Having pre made steel trusses will make a huge difference in the time it takes to build.
How to build a pole barn with metal trusses.
First simply place the beams on the top of the posts and secure them using metal plates.
Build a pole barn.
Attic trusses are great for living space or storage space.
Trusses 2 o c trusses can also be set 4 o c for steeper roof pitch appeal but eliminating attic storage and flooring building 1 and building 2 building 3 for similar attic area pics.
Second create 10 inch notches at the top of the posts and set the beams into them.
Install siding roofing windows and doors per construction drawings.
Anchor roof trusses to the beams using metal plates.
Pole barn trusses can be one of the more difficult steps in building a pole barn kit.
Add roof and wall framing as described below ensuring trusses are braced properly.
For a metal ceiling with pole barn insulation we recommend a 5 psf load.
For gypsum board and pole barn insulation we recommend a 10 psf load.
If you plan to finish the ceiling of your pole building with metal or gypsum board and pole barn insulation be sure to let us know so we can design a heavier load on the bottom chord of the truss.