The ‘PT Brace’ is a lightweight metal truss frame that can be used for all types of bracing ranging from N3 (W41N) to C3 (W60C) cyclonic.

A certified racking test has been conducted by BHP Steel Lysaght -Test Report 1562 and all ‘PT Brace’ models have been certified by Glynn Tucker Consulting Engineers, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. ‘PT Brace’ complies with the provisions of Section B, Structures, of the Building Code of Australia (B.C.A.).

The relevant Australian Standard Codes, Specifications and references relied upon are

• AS 1170.1 - 2002
• AS 1170.2 - 2002
• AS 4100 - 1998
• AS 4600 - 1996
• Serviceability Limit State Deflections limited to H/300

Engineers, Architects and Designers can specify the ‘PT Brace’ on working drawings with pre-approved Engineer Certification.

Large window and door openings are a breeze, especially where minimum wall space is available for bracing, as the ‘PT Brace’ has a capacity to 28kN per metre ultimate limit state load. The ‘PT Brace Powertruss’ fits between the studs within the house frame and bolts directly to the slab using hold down bolts specially designed and engineered certified
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The ‘PT Brace Powertruss System’ is manufactured to suit standard building frames of 2400mm, 2550mm, 2700mm, 3000mm, 3300mm and 3600mm nominal heights. However, Special Sizes can be supplied on request.

Experiencing a bracing problem? The ‘PT Brace’ - Powertruss will surely solve it.

No other bracing system compares to the ‘PT Brace’ - Powertruss.

BENEFITS:

• No ply bracing required.
• No protrusions outside the wall frame.
• No packing of studs required.
• Short wall application / to 28kN per metre.
• Maximum open plan living