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tie beam
tie beamn. A horizontal beam forming the base of a triangular truss for a pitched roof, connecting the two side walls and supporting a pair of principals.tie beam n (Building) a horizontal beam that serves to prevent two other structural members from separating, esp one that connects two corresponding rafters in a roof or roof truss tie′ beam`
n. a horizontal timber or the like for connecting two structural members to keep them from spreading apart. [1815–25] Thesaurus| Noun | 1. |  tie beam - a horizontal beam used to prevent two other structural members from spreading apart or separating; "he nailed the rafters together with a tie beam"tiebeam - long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction |
Tie Beam
tie beamIn roof framing, a horizontal timber connecting two opposite rafters at their lower ends to prevent them from spreading. See also: beamTie Beam (in construction), a bar or rod, usually horizontal, that is under tension and connects the end joints of a building structure, which are subject to horizontal thrust forces. By tightening the ends of the structures, the tie beam absorbs the thrust, relieving the supports of the horizontal force. Tie beams may be made of metal or reinforced concrete (less frequently, wood); they are used in arches (arch trusses), vaults, bridge structures, and building roofs when a thrust-bearing support system is not suitable for economic or other reasons. tie beam1. On individual pile caps or spread footings which are eccentrically loaded, a beam (usually of reinforced concrete) used to distribute horizontal forces to other pile caps or footings; a strap, 2. 2. In roof framing, a horizontal timber connecting two opposite rafters at their lower ends to prevent them from spreading; also see collar beam.tie beam
Related to tie beam: grade beamSynonyms for tie beamnoun a horizontal beam used to prevent two other structural members from spreading apart or separatingSynonymsRelated Words |