Friday, July 31, 2009

Nails to Metal Truss

Has anyone heard of a valid use of 8d spiral nails for attaching 5/8" OSB to metal trusses.  I am working on a porch addition to a 3-year old school where this was done on the roof.  I am concerned that the nails will not be adequate for uplift.  This project is in a 130 mph, exp b location.  The uplift forces at the corner can be ~75 lbs per nail based on a 6" pattern.

Regards,
Andy Richardson
Beaufort, SC
www.structuralinnovationsllc.com