Bearing Conditions

Bottom Chord Bearing - Truss sits on a wall, or in a floor truss hanger

Top Chord Bearing - Truss hange from the bearing.

Mid-Chord Bearing - The bearing is raised between the top and bottom chords.

Multiple Bearing - Truss has more than two bearings.

Mixed Bearing - Trusses can have different bearing types on each end.

Cantilever Bearing - Trusses can have a cantilever on one or both ends.

Beam Pocket Bearing - Truss contains a pocket for a beam. (the section in RED is cut out in the field)