Definition, Application, And Benefits Of Mono Trusses
Roof trusses are vital to ensure the stability and strength of a roof, be it residential or commercial. There are plenty of roof truss options that depend on the type of roof it is meant to support. One such roof truss that is not mentioned often is a mono truss. What is a mono truss? What are its common applications and benefits? In this blog, Tamarack Lumber Inc., a major manufacturer of roof trusses in Ontario, aims to answer these questions in detail.
What Is A Mono Truss?
Unlike conventional trusses with multiple spans, a mono truss is a single-span roof truss that serves the basic purpose of a truss, to support a roof structure. Comprising a series of triangles that members connect, the triangles contribute to the strength, whereas the web members distribute the load evenly across the triangles.
Applications Of Mono Trusses
Some common applications of a mono truss include:
- To support an additional structure in residential properties, such as a lean-to, that does require support, but a conventional truss will be too big and expensive for it.
- These roof trusses are also a great option to act as a support structure for garages and sheds, as they are a simple yet efficient way to provide support.
- Another popular application is carports, which require good drainage to keep water away from the vehicles. Mono roof trusses help in this role while creating a streamlined roof.
- This type of roof truss is also an excellent choice in structures where multiple roofs are to be added atop a pre-existing roof.
Benefits Of Mono Trusses
Some popular reasons to go for mono roof trusses include:
- Simplistic Design: Compared to a conventional roof truss with multiple slopes, a mono truss has only one slope. This simplistic design makes it easy to design.
- Cost-Effective: Since it is so easy to design, its production is efficient and cost-effective, requiring less labour costs to manufacture.
- Excellent for Creating Headroom: Need more headroom for special roofs such as vaulted ceilings? Mono trusses are great for this task. They can be combined to create a perfect support structure for vaulted ceilings.
- Great for Keeping Off Water: Since mono trusses feature slope on only one side, it is a great choice for applications where proper drainage is required. This is why they are a great choice for carports.
Tamarack Lumber Inc. is a premier designer, manufacturer and distributor of roof trusses in Ontario. Known for our robust trusses, quality roof truss designs, and fast turnaround times, get in touch with us today at 905-335-1115 for more information or to request a quote.
