Open Joist™ Standard Repair Details

OPEN JOIST trusses are “stock” trusses constructed in standard configurations. Because of this, standard repair details have been engineered for the repair of trusses that have been cut, broken or incorrectly installed. Repairs for common situations are shown below. Click on the appropriate situation to access the specific repair. If repairs are needed for situations other than those shown in this section, contact your OPEN JOIST representative.

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Standard Repair Details include:

• Cut Top Chord
  
• Cut Top Chord & Web Member
  
• Cut or Broken Web
  
• Grooved Bottom Chord
  
• Grooved Top Chord
  
• Grooved Top Chord (Critical Shear Area)
  
• Allowable Perforation
  
• Cut Bottom Chord
  
• Cut Bottom Chord & Web Member
  
• Cut Joist End
  
• Cut Joist End (15 Foot Max Length)