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Originally Posted by stevehull
The connection of the wall to the roof is done with the aid of 2x6 trusses.
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Trusses are not typically required. Panels can be side joined using several different methods, include 2by or wood I-beam. This style of construction uses a load carry center ridge beam, typically something like a 4x12 glu-lam.
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The schematic that was posed on SIP construction is only one of many that are out there.
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True !
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I choose to add in strapping, extra point nailing, and far more construction adhesive than was called for.
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Good idea in an area the is subject to high winds !
What I always want to know is how do the carpenters shoot those long screws perpendicular to the roof deck in 2 planes ?