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Discussion Forum : Building Construction - Section 1 (Q.No. 19)
19.
The member which is placed horizontally to support common rafter of a sloping roof, is
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Chandan said:
7 years ago
Purlins: These are horizontal wooden or steel members used to support the common rafters of a sloping roof when span is large.
Chandan said:
7 years ago
I agree, purlin is the correct answer.
Pravin bhakta said:
6 years ago
Purlin is used to support the common rafter but battens are used to support roofing materials.
Jagmohan said:
5 years ago
I think purlin is the right answer it is used to support the common rafter.
Habib said:
5 years ago
Purlins are horizontal wooden or steel members used to support common rafters of a sloping roof when the span is large.
Reference: Khurmi & Gupta.
Reference: Khurmi & Gupta.
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