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A truss is a type of built-up structural member that can be used in place of a single girder or beam. Trusses are made from multiple straight members (generally made from wood or metal) arranged in triangles. This design allows a truss to span a very long distance without intermediate support; they are preferable to large, heavy girders because of their low cost and easy implementation. For large construction projects, the design and fabrication of roof trusses should be handled by licensed engineers. However, for smaller projects, you can make roof trusses yourself in accordance with your project's needs. | A truss is a type of built-up structural member that can be used in place of a single girder or beam. Trusses are made from multiple straight members (generally made from wood or metal) arranged in triangles. This design allows a truss to span a very long distance without intermediate support; they are preferable to large, heavy girders because of their low cost and easy implementation. For large construction projects, the design and fabrication of roof trusses should be handled by licensed engineers. However, for smaller projects, you can make roof trusses yourself in accordance with your project's needs. | ||
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#Design your roof truss. As with any structural member, a faulty design will undermine even the most professional of installations. Your roof truss will need to be able to handle the expected dead loads and live loads on your structure's roof. The truss will also need to be supported adequately at its ends. | #Design your roof truss. As with any structural member, a faulty design will undermine even the most professional of installations. Your roof truss will need to be able to handle the expected dead loads and live loads on your structure's roof. The truss will also need to be supported adequately at its ends. | ||
