Roof Tension Rods

The structure in place itself evidence of science and careful planning stands to remind us of what can be achieved with the intelligent use of rods working together in tension.

Roof tension rods.

That load needs to be transferred from the rod to the timber truss. Dextra s tension rods systems are usually purchased complete with fork end clevises suitable for connection to the host structure. Be it a glazed curtain wall a suspended roof structure a simple yet elegant suspension bridge or a cable net or grid structure all can depend on rods as the. Use this rod on smaller windows in bathrooms kitchens and sun porches to filter sunlight.

Steel tension rod connection. This rod is to be used with light weight and sheer fabrics to create the look you desire. Tension rods systems supporting structures in tension. Steel tension rods can carry in excess of 35 000 pounds of tension in large timber trusses.

The detail on the left shows ones solution. Swc can source these rods in a variety of diameters lengths and materials along with appropriately sized clevises to create a clean pinned connection to attachment points. Tie rods are supplied with left hand and right hand threads so that they may be. The spring tension rod can be anywhere you need a close fitting rod.

A boot is attached to the timber tie with bolts and shear plates transferring the load. Typical applications include hangers and supports cross bracing and truss stiffening elements.