This week’s truss: Who is Jack Vertical?
Question:
Does this jack need a vertical or not? Assuming you want to keep the vertical but still save on material, how far from the end can it be?
Top and Bottom Chords are SP No 2
Wedge is SP No 2
Web is SP No 3
Building Code: IBC 2021
Loads (psf unless otherwise noted):
TC Live Load 20
TC Dead Load 20
BC Live Load 0
BC Dead Load 10
Application: Residential
Wind: 150MPH
Our answer will be posted on Thursday!
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Updated Thursday, March 28th 2024
As it turns out, this Jack requires a vertical; however, it could be shifted left approximately 5′ to save on material.