PTBrace, available from Powertruss , is a small, strong, lightweight and cost effective wall bracing system with bracing capability to 28kN per metre.

PTBrace benefits:

No ply bracing required
No protrusions outside the wall frame
No packing of studs required
Short wall application / to 28kN per metre
Maximum open plan living

The PTBrace resists the lateral forces applied to stationary buildings or homes. These forces are usually the result of ground movement such as, earthquakes or external forces such as high wind, cyclones or tornadoes.

PTBrace frames are used in homes and light commercial buildings to provide structural stability to the walls.

PTBrace frames are a hidden internal application to a wall and provide the strength and stiffness necessary to resist these forces. All buildings require a bracing method that resists the forces of nature. These forces vary by region.

Further PTBrace features:

Resists wind forces from N3 (W41N) to C3 (W60C) cyclonic
Bracing capacity to 28kN per metre
Short wall application - Large bracing values
Wall stiffening (conceal in wardrobes or cupboards)
Suit nib walls 350mm, 450mm and 600mm
Allows for large door and window openings with minimum walls
Custom built to suit all heights to 4500mm
Load values quoted for PT Brace and PT Column are applicable only when specially designed hold down bolts are cast in to slab
PT Brace - bracing only
PT Column - bracing + download (carries combined floor and roof loads)
Portal Frame - Extend Lintel/header over PT Column and bolt together

The PT Column is an extension of the PT Brace combining lateral bracing and download of either floor or roof load, or both, allowing for large openings at garages, alfresco dining areas, patios or decks.

Architecture & Design Team

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