ERECTING THE STAGGERED-TRUSS SYSTEM: A VIEW FROM THE FIELD.

Abstract

The staggered-steel truss system has been used as the major supporting element for many years. Projects using this truss system are economical, easy to fabricate and erect, and as a result beat out all other framing systems. This paper deals with a building recently completed which used the staggered-steel truss system. The project is the Resorts International Hotel in Atlantic City, N. J. Subjects covered include fabrication, field erection, and costs.