ROOF

TRUSSES

KYLE STEVEN VILLANUEVA

 CONTENT

01 02 03 04
Definit ion Component s Purpose and Types
Needs
 ROOF TRUSS

A structural framework designed

to provide support and strength
to a roof, a truss is essential as
the roof’s frame.
 COMPONENTS

• Top chord: members o n the to p edge of the trus s

• Bottom cho rd: me mbers o n the bottom edge o f the trus s
• Web membe rs: vertical o r diagonal connections between top and
bottom cho rds
• Pitching Point: the point where the s loping members (top chord)
connects with the bo ttom chord
• Apex/Peak: highes t point o f a trus s
PURPOSE AND NEEDS

01 Pr o vi d i n g s u p p o r t f o r t h e r o o f l o a d a n d
t r a n s fe rri ng i t t o o t h e r s t r u c tu ral
e l e m e n t s.

02 O f f e r in g h o r i z o nta l s t a b i l i ty t o t h e o v e r a l l
s t r u c tu re .

03 M e e t i n g r e q u i re me nt s f o r d a y l i gh t ,
h e a d r o om, c l e a r s p a n , a n d v e n t i l a ti on
 TYPES OF

TRUSSES
 KING POST
TRUSS
• Suitable for short spans, often used
in extensions, garages, and
outbuildings.

• Characterized by a vertical upright

(king post) with triangular sections
on either side.
 QUEEN POST
TRUSS
• Features a vertical upright with two
triangles on each side, less common
compared to other types.

• Has been largely replaced by more

efficient truss designs.
 FINK TRUSS
• One of the most common types,
characterized by a 'W' shape
between the chords

• Versatile and efficient, suitable for

various projects due to its simplicity
 DOUBLE PITCH
PROFILE TRUSS
• Used to create different roof pitches,
commonly seen in commercial
buildings.

• Offers flexibility in roof design and

aesthetics.
 MONO PITCH
TRUSS
• Consists of a single rafter, ideal for
lean-to or single-pitched roofs.

• Provides a straightforward solution

for certain architectural styles.
 SCISSOR
TRUSS
• Employed to create vaulted ceilings
or unique ceiling shapes.

• Enhances interior aesthetics and

spatial design.
 RAISED TIE
TRUSS
• Raises the lower chord to create
flatter profiles for higher ceilings
with angled edges.

• Offers architectural versatility and

increased ceiling height.
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