How far can a 8 inch Z purlin span?
25 feet
A six-inch purlin can span 18 feet. An eight-inch purlin can span 25 feet. A ten-inch purlin can span 30 feet.
How much do Z purlins cost?
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How far apart are purlins on a metal roof?
The maximum distance between purlins is five (5) feet on center. If your building site is in a region that is prone to heavy snow loads or high winds, then we may place your purlins closer together for added strength.
Where can I use Z purlins?
Application. Steeline Z Section Purlins are mainly used for commercial applications but are just as cost effective to be used for smaller type garages and carports. The Z sections can also form part of the columns and rafters in these smaller applications.
What is the difference between Z purlins and C purlins?
C purlins are built to shape a building’s shell structure walls and floor joists, whereas Z purlins are built to shape a building’s shell structure’s roof and wall joists.
What Is a Zee purlin?
Z purlins or zed purlins are horizontal beams that are designed to form the roof and wall joists of a building shell structure (also view our C section purlins page). They sit between the roofing sheets and the building, acting as a support for the sheet to ensure it is firmly attached and safely in place.
How much do Z purlins weigh?
Weight: 3.37 Lbs. Per Ft. Zee Purlin is primarily used as structural framework in buildings due to its lightweight and economical properties.
Why choose steel Z purlins?
Whether you are looking to finish off the roof of your dream shop or perhaps attach a rain gutter, we have the steel Z Purlins to meet your needs here at Eagle National Steel. These cold formed beams are perfect for roof and wall purlins.
What are purlins on a roof?
They are roof framing members that span parallel to the building eave and support the roof decking or sheeting. The metal purlins are in turn supported by rafters or walls. Zed purlins are secondary steel framing members used for both roof and wall.
What are Zed purlins?
Z purlins or zed purlins are horizontal beams that are designed to form the roof and wall joists of a building shell structure (also view our C section purlins page). They sit between the roofing sheets and the building, acting as a support for the sheet to ensure it is firmly attached and safely in place.
What are Zee purlins used for?
Purpose & Use Zee Purlins are secondary steel framing members almost exclusively used as roof purlins and wall girts on metal buildings. One major benefit of Zee Purlins is their ability to end lap. Both standard zees and LGSI zees can be end lapped, though LGSI are easier due to their unsymmetrical flanges.