SPECIFICATIONS:

Design standards conform with applicable provisions of TPIC, CSA 086-01 and NBCC 10. MINIMUM DEFLECTION REQUIREMENTS:
(Latest edition) Maximum truss deflection shall be based on the greater of live or dead load
deflection for trusses; 1-1/3 live plus dead load deflection for HSB and
Alpine Systems Corporation certifies that trusses manufactured to its design are Sectional/Mobile home roof trusses: live load deflection for LHO farm trusses
suitable for the use specifically indicated provided that: and live load deflection for HSB floor trusses.
1. The truss loading, as well as load transfer mechanism, is indicated on MAXIMUM DEFLECTION shall be limited as follows:
the drawing. a) With plaster or gypsum board ceiling finish:
Part 4: LL= L/360 TL= L/240
2. The building matches the type of building requested by the manufacturer, which Part 9: TL= L/360
is indicated on the drawing. b) Other than plaster or gypsum board ceiling finish:
Part 4 including Low Human Occupancy: LL= L/240 TL= L/180
3. Compression chords, typically Top Chords, are braced using a continuous rigid part 9: TL= L/360
diaphragm sheathing, or are braced at intervals not exceeding 12.5 times their c) Part 4 floor truss design:
thickness [18.75" o.c.], or as specified on the individual design. Tension chords, With plaster or gypsum board ceiling: LL= L/360 TL= L/240
typically Bottom Chords, are braced using a continuous rigid diaphragm sheathing, Other than plaster or gypsum board ceiling: LL= L/240 TL= L/180
or are braced at intervals not exceeding 80 time their thickness, 10'-0" o.c. maximum, d) Cantilever deflection shall be limited to length of cantilever/120.
or as specified on the individual design. All other members are to be braced as e) Overhang Deflection - Maximum overhang deflection shall be based on total
indicated by the individual design. Bracing that is referred to here is to be securely load and shall be limited to overhang length/120.
anchored to prevent overall movement of the structures as a whole. f) Top Chord Panel Deflection - Maximum top chord panel deflection shall be
based on total load and shall be limited to panel length/180.
4. A properly designed bracing system, maintaining the trusses in a plumb position g) Bottom Chord Panel Deflection - Maximum bottom chord panel deflection shall
and providing resistance to wind and sway is installed. Bracing appearing on be based on total load and shall be limited to panel length/360.
Alpine drawings is used as a component of the truss and forms an integral part h) Horizontal Deflection at Supports - Maximum horizontal total load deflection
of the truss component design. shall not exceed 25 mm.
5. Proper care and handling of trusses during fabrication, shipping and erection 11. For lumber sizes 2x10 and 2x12 MSR Grades, the assigned tension design values are
are the responsibilities of the fabricator and the erectors respectively. based on those as listed in TAble 5.3.2 in CSA 086, latest edition, provided the
Procedures consistent with good workmanship and good building practices are the lumber is subject to the appropriate level of qualification and daily quality
responsibility of the building contractor. control testing for tension strength, as specified in NLGA SPS 2.
6. Trusses are supported where indicated on the design sheet and anchored where
considered necessary by the designer of the overall structure. Bearing sizes
and bearing details shown on the design are adequate or more than adequate to
prevent crushing of the truss member. This does not, however, take into * TPIC-96 Truss Design Procedures and Specifications for Light Metal Plate
account the overall stability of the supporting structure. Connected Wood Trusses, Limit States Design, 1996 Edition. Truss Plate
Alpine does not design supporting structures. Institute Of Canada.
* TPIC-2007 Truss Design Procedures and Specifications for Light Metal Plate
7. Plates used by the fabricator are supplied by Alpine and are of that type, Connected Wood Trusses, Limit States Design, 2007 Edition. Truss Plate
size and gauge as indicated on the drawings and placed on both faces of the Institute Of Canada.
truss. The truss is manufactured by an authorized fabricator in accordance ** CSA 086-01 CSA Standard 086-01 Engineering Design in Wood (Limit
with a design approved by a registered professional engineer authorized by States Design)
Alpine. + NBCC - The National Building Code Of Canada, 1995 Edition.
+ NBCC - The National Building Code Of Canada, 2005 Edition.
8. Dimensions and geometry of the installed truss match that of the design sheet. + BCBC - The British Columbia Building Code, 2006 Edition.
+ ABC - The Alberta Building Code, 2006 Edition.
9. Brace Locations and Lengths: + OBC - The Ontario Building Code, 2006 Edition.
(a) One(1) continuous lateral brace, (CLB) to be placed at the center of the
web length. Maximum overhang deflection for HSB trusses and Sectional/Mobile home trusses
(b) Two(2) CLB's to be placed at third points of web length. shall be based on 1-1/3 live plus dead load and shall be limited to overhang
(c) Three(3) CLB's to be placed at quarter points of web length. length/120.
(d) T-Brace, Scab Brace & L-Braces are to be a minimum of 80 % of the length
of the web.
ALPINE
ALPINE SYSTEMS CORPORATION
CONCORD, ONTARIO
COQUITLAM, BC
http://www.alpinesys.com/Specs
SPECIAL ENGINEERING NOTES:
1. Plate positioning: Laterally centered on the joint left to right. Chord bite
according to lumber size: 2x6 or smaller 1.5", 2x8 - 2", 2x10 - 2.5", 2x12 - 3".
Unless otherwise specified on plate positioning table or when shown on truss
drawing.
2. Plate positioning: Laterally centered on the joint left to right. Chord bite
according to table 5.1.(7), TPIC'96/2007. Unless otherwise specified on plate
positioning table or when shown on truss drawing.
3. Plate positioning: Laterally centered on the joint left to right. Chord and
web member bites according to Table 5.1.(7), TPIC'96/2007. Unless otherwise
specified on plate positioning table or when shown on truss drawing.
* TPIC-96 Truss Design Procedures and Specifications for Light Metal Plate
Connected Wood Trusses, Limit States Design, 1996 Edition. Truss Plate
Institute Of Canada.
* TPIC-2007 Truss Design Procedures and Specifications for Light Metal Plate
Connected Wood Trusses, Limit States Design, 2007 Edition. Truss Plate
Institute Of Canada.
** CSA 086-01 CSA Standard 086-01 Engineering Design in Wood (Limit
States Design)
+ NBCC - The National Building Code Of Canada, 1995 Edition.
+ NBCC - The National Building Code Of Canada, 2005 Edition.
+ BCBC - The British Columbia Building Code, 2006 Edition.
+ ABC - The Alberta Building Code, 2006 Edition.
+ OBC - The Ontario Building Code, 2006 Edition.
ALPINE
ALPINE SYSTEMS CORPORATION
CONCORD, ONTARIO
COQUITLAM, BC
http://www.alpinesys.com/Specs
 SPECIAL ENGINEERING NOTES: HARSH ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
1. Handling care should be taken during shipping and erection of trusses. See NOTE: If this truss is to be used in harsh environmental conditions,
A-100 General Information Sheet for additional warnings and specifications. we recommend the following:
2. Warning: Special handling care should be taken during shipping and erection. 1. Relative humidity must not exceed 70 % for more than six
We recommend seeking the advice of a local Professional Engineer. See A-100 consecutive days.
General Information Sheet for additional warnings and specifications. 2. End of lumber segments are to be coated with sealant such
as 'Thompsons Water Seal' to prevent movement of moisture
3. Warning: The configuration/length of this truss is such that extreme caution through lumber.
must be exercised in handling and installation to prevent damage. Refer to 3. After fabrication, all connector plates are to recieve two
BCSI 1-03 for recommendations. We recommend seeking the advice of a local coats of Glidden Coal Tar Epoxy #5270/5271. All material
Professional Engineer. Also see A-100 General Information Sheet for additional is to be applied at a rate of 10.5 Mils wet to achieve
warnings and specifications. 8.0 Mils dry. Plates must be completely coated to prevent
air access to exposed portions of plate including teeth
4. ********* WARNING ********* DANGER ********* outside the surface of the wood.
Special and extreme precautions should be taken to insure that these trusses do 4. Trusses to be inspected periodically for signs of corrosion
not bend more than 3'0" out of plane during fabrication, handling, shipping and in metal connector plates. Plates that become corroded must
installation. Special attention is required so that the handling and bracing be immediately repaired or replaced.
recommendations set forth in TPI publication BCSI 1-03 are strictly adhered to. 5. Lumber and plate values have been reduced to take into
Ensure that the temporary and permanent bracing is adequate and that trusses are account the harsh environmental conditions.
installed straight and plumb. Be advised that trusses with broken or damaged
members or connector plates shall be scrapped and replaced. Repair of any member TO THE BEST OF OUR KNOWLEDGE THESE RECOMMENDATIONS WILL EXTEND
is impossible due to the critical nature of this structure. A temporary support SERVICEABLE LIFE OF THE TRUSS UNDER HARSH ENVIRONMENT
at the center of the span is strongly recommended during the erection of these CONDITIONS. NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS EXPRESSED
trusses and should remain there until all permanent bracing is in place. Seek OR IMPLIED. FOLLOW MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
the advice of a local Professional Engineer. Also see A-100 General Information APPLICATION OF PRODUCTS USED.
Sheet for additional warnings and specifications.
DUE TO THE CORROSIVE NATURE OF THE ENVIRONMENT IN
5. Truss shall be used in enclosed buildings in non-corrosive environments with WHICH THIS DESIGN IS TO BE USED, THE PERFORMANCE OF
adequate ventilation. Failure to provide proper ventilation will result in the THIS FRAME AND ITS CONNECTIONS CAN NOT BE GUARANTEED
eventual damage to the component. BY ALPINE SYSTEMS CORPORATION.
6. The bottom chord of an attic frame must be adequately braced by using cross
bracing and/or strapping as required by the National Building Code, latest
edition, in conjunction with appropriate chord size and room size.
* TPIC-96 Truss Design Procedures and Specifications for Light Metal Plate
Connected Wood Trusses, Limit States Design, 1996 Edition. Truss Plate
Institute Of Canada.
* TPIC-2007 Truss Design Procedures and Specifications for Light Metal Plate
Connected Wood Trusses, Limit States Design, 2007 Edition. Truss Plate
Institute Of Canada.
** CSA 086-01 CSA Standard 086-01 Engineering Design in Wood (Limit
States Design)
+ NBCC - The National Building Code Of Canada, 1995 Edition.
+ NBCC - The National Building Code Of Canada, 2005 Edition.
+ BCBC - The British Columbia Building Code, 2006 Edition.
+ ABC - The Alberta Building Code, 2006 Edition.
+ OBC - The Ontario Building Code, 2006 Edition.
ALPINE
ALPINE SYSTEMS CORPORATION
CONCORD, ONTARIO
COQUITLAM, BC
http://www.alpinesys.com/Specs