Bottom Chord to top plate connections
Bottom Chord to top plate connections
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What is the proper way to design the connection between the top plate of non bearing interior partitions (2 X dimensional lumber walls) and the bottom chord of roof trusses? If there are several cases to consider (ie: walls prependicular to or parallel to the trusses), is there a reference publication that covers the topic? Could an improper connection (rigid)impart a non allowable moment, under wind or seismic loading, to the chord which could destabilize the truss or cause non acceptable deformations? I have seen simpson connectors that allow the bottom chord to deflect vertically independent of the wall top plate by use of a nail slot in the chord connection. Are these to be used in general in all cases to fasten the tops of walls so they don't overturn yet allow the bottom chords to function properly? Is simple toenailing ever appropriate?





RE: Bottom Chord to top plate connections
RE: Bottom Chord to top plate connections