Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Inclined top cover – Rafter to vertical support connection
Patent
1995-03-01
1997-02-11
Friedman, Carl D.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Inclined top cover
Rafter to vertical support connection
52 931, 52276, 52278, E04B 704
Patent
active
056009240
ABSTRACT:
A structure is provided with base platform connectors which may be mounted on concrete pilings and which may join multiple floor rafters. Corner columns are connected to the top of certain platform connectors. The corner columns include vertical beams having a modified C-shaped cross-section to allow the sheeting to be attached directly thereto. Each corner column includes two vertical beams affixed back-to-back with spacers therebetween. A knife plate projects from the top of each column and is received within a lower end of a rafter. Hip and valley rafters include support beams having a modified open C-shaped cross-section. Each support beam receives purlins which provide a flat surface on the top and bottom sides thereof for receiving sheeting. Main frame rafters and wall columns are provided between the hip and valley rafters and are formed from support beams having a straight C-shaped cross-section to receive the purlins and exterior studs. The straight structure of the columns allow the columns to fit into the exterior wall envelope. A ridge strut is provided along the peak of the structure and may be formed to allow for a ridge ventilator. A peak connector is located at the point of intersection between the rafters and ridge struts to combine the rafters and maintains smooth seams therebetween.
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Friedman Carl D.
McTigue Aimee E.
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