Using Trusses in Corrosive Environments
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Using Trusses in Corrosive Environments
- Standard metal connector plates are suitable for use in lumber with moisture content of 19 percent or less and in building applications with no exposure to corrosive substances.
- Connector plates used in trusses exposed to high humidity or caustic chemicals may need to be treated to prevent corrosion.
- A variety of protective coatings can be applied to truss places in situations where special protection is necessary.
