Engineered Wood Joists & Trusses
Since 1986, VALLEY TRUSS & METAL has been manufacturing wood building components such as; engineered wood roof trusses and open wood web floor joists. VALLEY TRUSS & METAL are the only manufacturer of Open Wood Web floor joists in PEI. We also custom make floor joists to suit your project, including Top Cord Bearing floor joists. Contact us about engineered wood building components for your project or click here to get a complimentary quote.
Common Truss Types (Atlantic Wood Truss Fabricators Association)
Additional Truss Types
Open Wood Web Floor Joist
Top Cord Bearing Joist
Strongback Installation (B36045E MiTek Canada)
Handling & Bracing Roof Trusses
(Western Wood Truss Association of Alberta)
BCSI (Building Component Safety Information)
Truss Handling & Installation
During unloading and erection, trusses should be handled with care. Proper lifting equipment is to
be used at all times. They should be transported in the vertical position to minimize the strain on
the plated joints.
Wood trusses can be installed by hand if their size and configuration are such that they can be
handled into place without causing an excessive lateral deflection of the truss. Any lateral
deflection greater than 75mm (3") is considered excessive.
Trusses installed by mechanical means should be supported at intervals of 7.5m (25') or less.
Adequate rigging (crane, fork lift, slings, tag lines, spreader bars, etc.) should be used to ensure
safety and prevent damage.
Lifting devices (slings, chains, cables, nylon strapping, etc.) should be connected to the truss top
chord with a closed-loop attachment. Trusses will be placed according to framing plans. They will
be held with the hoisting equipment until the ends of the trusses are securely fastened
and temporary braced.
The maximum angle between lift lines (ø) should not exceed 60 degrees in order to minimize
lateral distortions in the truss.
A truss layout drawing showing the location of each truss type on a roof or floor plan, and a shop
drawing for each truss should be included with each truss shipment. The layout should also
include all hardware required for Truss connections and tie downs. The hardware list must indicate
type, manufacturer & capacity as well as specific nails or fasteners required.
