Optimizing Bottom Chord Bracing

From Ed Herter:

We are all trying to reduce costs in any way possible. We need to look at jobs and take a closer look at the bottom chord bracing. SSC standard has always been BC bracing at 6’-0” oc. With common trusses in straight runs try increasing the spacing to 8’ then 10’. If the truss runs with no change at one of these use it. But, do not exceed 10’-0” oc. Also, look at jacks and mono’s trusses. If the span between bearings is 10’ or less, try running them at the span length.

Thanks Ed!