framing

The framing, the most critical part of your shed, determines whether your shed is strong enough to withstand the elements over the coming years. Our shed frames make us market leaders in strength. However, in addition to strength, you need to consider corrosion. shedsales.com.au frames are always manufactured from Bluescope's Galvaspan^® steel, which comes with the best defect and corrosion warranties on the market.

Below is a diagram of terminology to assist you in comparing quotes between shed companies.

understanding frame sizes

To make a judgement about the strength of your shed, you must know the size of the frames and what contributes to strength.
portal frames (columns and rafters)
End portal frames are generally lighter than internal portal frames (unless you you have an open end wall). The wider apart the portal frames, the stronger they need to be. Wider bays need stronger portal frames, (but there will be fewer portal frames in the shed). Using an "embedded footing" increases the performance of the column allowing the use of lighter frames in some circumstances.
purlins and girts
The wider apart the portal frames, the stronger your purlins and girts need to be. Wider bays need stronger purlins and girts. A greater distance between purlins or girts (i.e fewer purlins or girts in your shed) requires stronger purlins and girts. Overlapping purlins and girts increases their strength. Up to a point, more overlap means greater strength. shedsales.com.au uses at least 18% overlaps on purlins and girts. Your choice of roof sheeting and wall sheeting will affect the minimum number of purlins and girts you need. Click on the following links for more info... roof sheeting (non-cyclonic) wall sheeting (non-cyclonic) roof sheeting (cyclonic) wall sheeting (cyclonic)

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