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This document discusses common failures at the connection between roof battens and rafters in light metal sheet roof construction. It notes that failure often occurs during wind events below design speeds. The connections are frequently not constructed according to building standards. It provides guidance on ensuring batten to rafter connections have sufficient structural capacity to resist uplift forces from wind as specified in standards like AS1684.2. Proper fastening methods, such as using screws, are r

Author

Anthony Leily

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