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    STRUCTURAL TIMBER 4 ENGINEERING BULLETIN Timber frame structures – platform frame construction (part 2) Introduction Horizontal diaphragms and bracing In Timber Engineering Bulletin No. 3 (part 1 in this sub-series on platform Horizontal diaphragms in platform frame buildings are provided by the frame construction), the composition and terminology used for platform intermediate floors (with a wood-based subdeck material fixed directly to the timber frame building structures, and the structural engineering checks which joists) and the roof structure (with either a wood-based ‘sarking’ board or are required to verify the adequacy of the vertical load paths and the strength discrete diagonal bracing members) (Figure 3). These horizontal structural and stiff ness of the individual framing members, was introduced. diaphragms transfer horizontal loads acting on the building to the foundations by means of their connections to the wall panels (or vertical diaphragms). This Timber Engineering Bulletin introduces the engineering checks for overall building stability and the stability checks required for the wall diaphragms which provide shear (or racking) resistance to a platform timber frame structure. Robustness and disproportionate collapse design considerations for platform timber frame buildings are addressed in part 3 of this sub-series. Overall stability To achieve its stability, platform timber frame construction relies on the diaphragm action of floor structures to transfer horizontal forces to a distributed arrangement of loadbearing walls. The load bearing walls provide both vertical support and horizontal racking and shear resistance. Due to the presence of open-plan or asymmetric layouts or the occurrence of large openings in loadbearing walls, it may be necessary to provide other means of providing stability to the building, for example by the use of ‘portalised’ or ‘rigid’ frames or discrete braced bays as indicated in Figure 1.
  • Log Holder This Sturdy Log Holder Makes Stacking Easier and Keeps Your Firewood Organized and Off the Ground

    Log Holder This Sturdy Log Holder Makes Stacking Easier and Keeps Your Firewood Organized and Off the Ground

    STACK LOGS NEAT AND CLEAN TM Log Holder This sturdy log holder makes stacking easier and keeps your firewood organized and off the ground. Use 2x4 preservative-treated lumber with Simpson Strong-Tie® Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors to build this log holder any size you need in less than an hour. Check out our installation and building tip videos at diydoneright.com. TOOLS YOU NEED • Saw • Screw gun • ¼" hex head socket • Tape measure • Clamps 2x4 LUMBER • Framing square Length can vary as needed Connectors are easy to install and strong enough to support even the heaviest loads. RIGID TIE® RTC2Z CONNECTOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. CUT LUMBER TO SIZE. Since all of your cuts are straight cuts, Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors simplify building with wood. 2. INSTALL CONNECTOR ON VERTICAL POST. Mark height, clamp connector to post and attach with #9x1½" Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws. 3. CONNECT HORIZONTAL RAIL 2x4 LUMBER ON EACH SIDE. Width and height can Use a clamp to vary as needed help hold the wood in the ® seat of the con- Attach Rigid Tie RTC2Z nector during connectors with #9x1½" SD Connector screws installation. For more inspiration, visit diydoneright.com © 2017 Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. DIY-CSLGHLDR17 MATERIALS AND CUTTING DIAGRAM TM Log Holder FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW 30" 47" 8" 50" 15" FOR THIS PROJECT YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER SIMPSON STRONG-TIE® CONNECTORS* FASTENERS (3) – pieces of 2x4 8 ft. lumber (4) – Rigid Tie® RTC2Z connectors (1) – BOX Simpson Strong-Tie® #9x1½" Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws CUT FROM 2x4 x 8' LUMBER (2) – 47" RAILS 47" 47" (1x) (3) – 30" CORNER POSTS 30" 30" 30" (1x) (2) – 8" ENDRAILS & (1) 30" CORNER POST 30" 8" 8" (1x) Use 2x4 8 ft.
  • Heating with Firewood

    Heating with Firewood

    Stewardship Notes Indiana Division of Forestry Heating With Firewood Heating costs seem to rise each year with the ever-increasing demand on our nations' energy sources. Many have found wood is an excellent asset in offsetting yearly heating costs. A warm, glowing fire can be a practical complement to any central heating system and can go a long way toward aiding the pocketbook. Unlike most energy sources, wood is a renewable fuel source. New trees are continually growing. For many people, wood has the advantage of being readily available, easily cut and relatively inexpensive. However, when fuel