A set of General Installation Guidelines are included with the trusses at time of delivery. (View PDF)

Roof trusses should be handled and lifted with care. The Truss Plate Institute of Canada (TPIC) provides guidelines on Handling, Erection and Bracing of Wood Trusses.

Install and fasten hangers according to the requirements by Simpson Strong-Tie (View PDF)

Ensure that multi-ply girder trusses are properly nailed according to the design sheet. 4-ply girder trusses are also attached with one bolt per panel.

Review the truss layout and design sheets provided by Grandor to ensure proper location of support points (bearings), that the trusses are installed with the proper orientation (not upside down or reversed), and that all additional component bracing or hardware is installed.