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Primary structural element of the building side and end walls. They are a vertical structural member used in a building to transfer loads from main roof beams, rafters and/or trusses to the foundation. Usually also supports a horizontal wind load. Generally partly embedded in the soil to provide lateral and vertical support for the structure. |
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| PANELS: | Sheet metal, usually with a ribbed configuration, used for roof and wall skin. |
| PEAK: | The highest point of the roof. |
| PITCH: | The rise or angle of the roof stated in inches. |
| PLUMB: | Straight up and down, vertical. |
| POLE: | A round, unsawn, naturally tapered post. |
| POST FRAME: | A structural building frame consisting of a wood roof truss or rafters connected to vertical timber columns or sidewall posts |
| PURLINS: | A secondary horizontal framing member attached to roof rafters or trusses. |
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