SSI
I-PURLIN
SSI
I-Purlin | SSI
I-Purlin is a structural "I" shaped member ideal for panelized roof systems. SSI
I-Purlins are manufactured with machine stress-rated lumber (MSR) or LVL lumber
flanges and with structural grade oriented strand board webs.
Flange
sizes range from 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 inches in depth, 3 1/2 inches in width. SSI I-Purlin
depths range from 14 inches to 30 inches.
The flanges
have a moisture content not exceeding 15%. The moisture content of the web does
not exceed 12%. Performance Features
- ICC approved
- Wide flange widths for
greater stability and ease of nailing
- Continuous glued
web to flange joints
- Continuous glued web to web joints
- Tension
tested flanges (MSR) when finger joints are utilized
- Lighter
than solid dimensional lumber or other Engineered Wood Beams
- Uses
Conventional hangers
- Dimensionally stable
- Provides
a cost effective roof system
- Includes factory installed
split resistance top flange reinforcing (R chord) allowing for tight diaphragm
nailing (see R Chord Specifications)
- SSI
Purlin can efficiently accommodate typical purlin loading (96" on center) up to
spans of 40'-0".
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