The s450 section properties and load span table brochure presents load span capacities for albion sections eaves beam, purlin and side rail systems. Z purlins can be produced in an infinite variation, ranging from the smallest to the. They are available in galvanized and stainless steel, and can be coated in zam andor prime painted. Produced using g90 galvanized steel, z purlins can be lapped creating more structural strength to support continuous spans. Our zed purlin product range consists of a fully compatible range of z section profiles made from cold rolled steel in depths ranging from 142mm to 342mm deep. American iron and steel institute, aisi manual coldformed steel design 2002 edition 2003.
Design of c purlins excel sheet design of purlin sizes are based on an analysis of bending members as a simple beam. Roof purlins are used for fastening metal roof panels. Dimensions and shape according to en 10904, material. Purlin and side rail tables have bean calibrated following extensive full scale testing undertaken at birmingham university, under the supervision of dr jian yang. The data is intended for specifiers, engineers, builders and erectors for the specification, detailing and erection of lysaght purlin and girt systems. The savings achieved by lapping z sections, with the increase in strength and rigidity, more than compensates for the extra purlin material in the lap itself. Yet it is a pain to calculate vital sectionproperties in many cad applications you need to run macros, relocate coordinate system origin, and mess with regions if the section has holes and islands.
Technical data sheet cold formed profile zpurlin website. The tendency is to continue to move away from reliance on testing and towards an approach which is much more orientated towards design by calculation, a. Taking its name from its shape, the z purlin is a light weight perpendicular steel member used to support loads from roof panels and are supported by building rafters. Broad range of manufacturing capabilities that encompass. Z sections 8 c sections 9 purlin systems 10 z sections purlins structural systems 1011 z sections purlin system butt 12 z sections purlin system sleeved 1415 z sections purlin system h. Coldformed zsection is highly accurate roll formed standard section. Juta steel sdn bhd is a manufacturer of hightensile galvanized c purlin, hightensile galvanized z purlin, batten, channel, steel truss, trojan and other hardware in malaysia. Our zpurlins are the secondary structural members used to support the roof sheeting wall cladding. The uneven flanges allow the sections to be lapped to permit structural continuity, a factor that contributes significantly to building economy. The new section range offers complete compatibility between zed and cee sections sizes. Sept 909 z sections 6 10 cold formed structural sections imperial section dimensions properties depth of section. Two sizes of purlins had to be bent with a sweep in the hard direction, for 16 different radii, that made up the frame of the dish.
The last two digits indicate the material thickness i. The first letter indicates the shape of the section, either z or c, this is followed by five numbers, the first three indicating the nominal depth of the web, the last two indicating the base metal thickness. Z purlins can be produced in an infinite variation, ranging from the smallest to the largest possible profile type, and in different overall heights. Albion z section purlin is manufactured by cold roll forming prehot dipped galvanised steel s450 having a guaranteed minimum yield strength of 450nmm2 and a z275 galvanised coating. For example, a z15015 is a z section, 152mm in depth and 1. It is mainly used in the construction, transportation and manufacturing industries where dimensional accuracy and highquality steels are required. The stratco capacity tables have been calculated in accordance with limit state. They are mainly used for roof and wall purlins instead or hot rolled isections or u. The section reference of a c section 232mm deep and 1. This chapter provides the properties for the following combined sections. Section properties for different purlin configurations can be found in the downloadable manual. Zsection dimensions and properties the section reference of a zsection 232mm deep. These properties are used to compute the laterally braced strength of sections. Cold roll formed zed purlins and c sections for building shell applications made from continuously hot dip coated structural steel.
Section properties in accordance to the american iron and steel. Z purlins structural engineering general discussion. Alfaa purlins are used on the roof, girts are used on the walls and eve struts at the intersection of side walls and roofs. The fourth digit is a letter that signifies the profile type ie c for c section. Sign up to our free newsletter to get exclusive offers and the latest manufacturers bim and cad models added to our site. Purlin systems metsec the system offers a wide range of z section design for the provision of optimum structural solutions of modern roof frames. In this section youll find sample calculations for determining wind and snow loads as well as z purlin and z girt weight tables. Distance between outer fibers of an angle to vv axis. For static design and calculations, use lindabs own developed software lindab structuraldesigner which you will find on lindabs website. Steel z purlins and z girts are also available with other depths and flange widths. Please provide the following information when ordering. A method for determining the strength of z and cpurlin.
Z and c members are shop punched for simple field bolted connections. The new section range offers complete compatibility. The characteristic constructed section properties for standard section depths are summarized in table 1. Printed in canada 052000 nova steel stoney creek, on. Z purlins declarations of performance downloads metsec. C shaped wall girts may be used for framed openings and other special applications. Purlin gable cleader angle zed section rail cee section rail diagonal tie rail strut brickwork. The first sequence used purlins braced at the rafters only and included six sets of tests, one with opposed z purlins, four with z purlins.
Section properties are needed for performing a wide range of engineering calculations. This cad file can be used in your structural cad drawings. Zsection dimensions and properties the section reference of a zsection 232mm deep and 1. The products are formed from hot dipped galvanised steel coil to bs en 10147 fe e350g z275. Zs purlin slotted cross section properties for slotted z purlins, zs, both flanges supported note. For information about geometry and section properties, use lindabs web application ec3library which you will find on lindabs website. In addition, our zed section purlins come with a wide range of compatible accessories and can be supplied for the majority of.
Following section properties are simultaneously calculated and. Sectioncalc automatic cad sectionproperty calculator. The thickness and height of the purlin selected depend on span length and loads. Steel c and z section properties were calculated in accordance with 2004 nas canada lsd. Lindabs z purlins are an excellent choice for roof and wall purlins and high walls. The testing program consisted of two sequences of tests categorized by the bracing of the system. West bromwich albion sections 2 albion road west bromwich west midlands b70 8bd. Section profiles and dimensions are included along with load tables, structural properties, detailing information and typical construction details. Calculation, with reference to lindab structuraldesigner, according to en 1993, en 199315, ndp. Ruukki lightweight purlins details en pdf files zip, 3.
The first 3 digits of the section reference indicate the depth of the section in millimetres i. Z purlin lindab free bim object for revit, revit, revit. It is manufactured by roll forming using ssabs highquality steels. While commonly attached to fabricated steel frames, the c and z sections are, on occasion, also used in small and medium sized buildings for the structural frame. Having a high strength to weight ratio eing economical. Secondary framing table of contents secondary framing z wall. Canam canada fabricates a complete range of c and z sections for use as purlins and girts at its plant in boucherville, quebec. We manufacture any component from 12 steel subgirts to 12 section up to 10 gauge.
Rollforming tolerances are in accordance with a66004, figure 2 fabrication tolerance for formed structural members. Canam purlins and girts catalogue canada canam buildings. There are 16 suppliers who sells z purlin properties on, mainly located in asia. Maximum stiffener lip length determined by flange width. As with all canam canada products, our purlins and girts meet strict quality standards. Steel member design to bs5950 this is the easiest an most useful.
Albion z section purlins and rail members are designed for use as secondary sheeting supports for spans up to 15m depending on loading criteria. Side rails systems metsec the system offers a wide range of c or z sections designed for the provision of optimum structural solutions of modern wall frames. This involves a further evolution of the cross section together with further improvement of the design procedure. The capacity of all canam canada coldformed c and z sections complies with the requirements of the cancsa. In unprecedented presentation of section properties in the egyptian practice, chapter two introduces the geometric properties for combined hot rolled sections and builtup welded sections. Aisi specifications for the design of coldformed steel structural members. Purlin z our prepunched purlins are quick to install and suitable for both insulated and uninsulated roofs and walls. Continuously lapped z purlins generally provide the. Calculating section properties with sectioncalc is easy as 1, 2, and 3. Section tables are not numbered and put in the list, except from hightensile galvanised c and z purlins, mild steel plates, chequered plates, api 5l 1991 and astm a53 1997 pipes, steel sheet piles to en 10248. Lysaght zedplus 45 deg lip purlin properties name depth wtp wbt thk lip rad lip angle area wt. However, this torsional force is partially resisted by the interaction of the clip and deck to the purlin.
Stabilization of the purlin top flange by the roof sheeting is a precondition for the use of lightweight purlins. Purlin and side rail tables have bean calibrated following extensive full scale testing undertaken at birmingham. Hence calculations stipulated that the purlin top flanges on the roof level should be. In addition, our zed section purlins come with a wide range of compatible accessories and can be supplied for the majority of cladding types and designs. Our standard z purlin sizes are 152mm, 6 inch 177mm, 7 inch 200mm, 8 inch 225mm, 9 inch 250mm, 10 inch. Section properties listed in this section are determined using the aisi north. The length of the purlin from truss to truss is taken as the span length needed for the single span, simply supported beam formula. All purlins and girts are coldformed using highperformance steel in order to minimize weight while maximizing capacity. Optional openweb joists are available for wide bay applications with spans over 35 feet, and for mezzanine applications.
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