Metal plate connected wood roof and floor trusses provide economy and speed up the completion of construction projects.
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Efficient use of smaller wood sizes to span wider dimensions and replace more expensive large dismension lumber.
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More effective use of onsite labor to enclose building and finish completion.
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Larger clearspan areas create greater floor plan options.
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All engineering is completed prior to assembly.
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Exterior hip and valley lines as well as interior ceiling planes allow for unlimited design versatility.
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Floor trusses have the ability to conceal HVAC ductwork as well as electrical and plumbing lines.
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3 1/2″ wide nailing surface for wood floor truses.
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Ongoing particiapation in third party inspections provides your assurance of quality.
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Wood roof and floor trusses are made from 100% renewable material.
Additional information available with links to : roof and floor truss span charts, floor truss depth charts, roof truss profile chart, Encylopedia of Trusses, Builders Guide, Key Contacts, link to wood truss projects.
Light Gauge Steel Trusses
Light gauge steel trusses allows architects, engineers and developers design versatility for projects that are requied to be non-combustible due to code. Buildings in this category may be assisted living facilities, schools, retail shopping centers, student housing and medical office facilites. TrusSteel light gauge steel trusses from Cascade Mfg Co have become a popular choice with design professionals and installing contractors for many reasons:
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The unique symmetrical design has great lateral stability.
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It installs quickly installs quickly; often with less lateral bracing.
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Safety due to design. No sharp edges and a wider flange that allows easy walking through the truss and attachment of mechanicals.
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Excellent strength to weight characteristics which allows for greater spans and on center spacing.
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A high recycled content and is 100% recyclable which makes it LEED friendly.
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Accessory metals and engineering options provided.
Additional information available with links to: roof and floor truss span charts, floor truss depth charts, roof truss profile chart, Encylopedia of Trusses, Key Contacts link to steel truss projects.