Case Studies & Published Articles
Optimizing Truss Design
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A streamlined truss design process is critical for efficiency as well as ensuring quality control measures. Although the workflow may vary among designers, Oran Thornton and William Babich offer a structured step-by-step guide in their latest article. Learn more about optimizing truss design for both wood and steel applications.
Assisted Living Facility
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Nearly 200 individual truss profiles were utilized to construct this 67-unit, 67,000 sq. ft. facility.
Elementary School
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Aesthetically pleasing exposed trusses were a major design consideration for this Iowa school.
Military
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This LEED certified project took over a year to retrofit 17 buildings with new roofs on Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, CA.
Retail
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Margaritaville has never looked better as TrusSteel was utilized solved a complex roof system.
Anti-Terrorism Design
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Anti-Terrorism Design TrusSteel has completed numerous successful projects for the Federal Government which incorporated anti-terrorism design.
Cold-Formed Steel Truss Installation
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This compelling article encompasses all aspects of a successful cold-formed steel truss installation.
A Residential Application of Epic Proportion
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TrusSteel was system of choice for the 9th largest house in the United States.
Greek Orthodox Church Dome
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Watch an incredible time-lapse video of the installation of TrusSteel to create a beautiful domed roof.
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