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    Roof Live Load Reduction

    archeng59.....section 1607.11.2 of the IBC Is that from the 2006 IBC? Can you attach a copy of that, Please? Thanks
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    Purlin trusses at 96" o/c OR TCBrg trusses at 32" o/c

    Most of the industrial and big box buildings going up are using wood or steel purlin trusses spaced 96" o/c. An argument can be made for a top chord bearing 2x4 truss system spaced 32" o/c is more economical. Considering the HW hangers and 2x4 stiffeners are eliminated. Most framers prefer the...

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