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What is a purlin?

What is a purlin? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. A longitudinal structural member bridging two or more rafters of a roof.
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Staple the ATI insulator on the ridge purlin with a turnback of at least 5 cm.
Next, Moore says, place the middle of the roll on the ridge pole, the purlin or brace that runs down the peak.
In multi-span purlin design, it is customary to assume beam continuity, avoiding joint analysis.
If the roof ridge or a purlin crosses the opening, you'll have to relocate the opening and use an angled or splayed light shaft between the roof and the ceiling.
Further, the rotational restraint plays an important role on the buckling behaviour of the attached purlin.
Two 2 in. x 6 in. struts run from purlin to truss principal.

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