What are Roof Trusses?Roof Trusses

Roof Trusses

Roof trusses are pre-engineered timber frameworks that form the structural backbone of your roof. Each truss is made up of interconnected timber members joined by pressed metal plates, creating a strong and efficient structure that transfers the weight of the roof to the building’s walls.

Unlike traditional cut roofs, which are built piece by piece on site, trusses are designed, engineered and manufactured off-site under strict quality controls. They are designed using advanced software that considers wind load, snow load, roof covering and support conditions.

Roof Trusses

Key Benefits

Structural Performance
Structural Performance
Every truss is engineered for strength, stability, and long-term reliability. designed timber elements metal nail plates work together to create a controlled load paths that meet all structural requirements. Each truss is built to safely support tiles, ceilings and insulation, ensuring dependable performance throughout the life of the building.
Speed & Efficiency
Speed & Efficiency
Off-site engineering ensures every truss arrives ready for installation, reducing on-site labour, minimising waste and keeping your project running smoothly. Whether you are managing a multi-unit project or building your own home, this streamlined approach delivers faster installation, fewer delays and a more predictable build from start to finish.
Design Flexibility
Design Flexibility
Our trusses are engineered to accommodate a wide range of roof shapes, spans and architectural styles. From developments with repeated layouts to bespoke one-off homes, each design is tailored to suit your exact requirements. With solutions for complex geometry, vaulted spaces, attic rooms and varied pitches, we provide practical flexibility for builds of any scale or style.
Controlled Costs
Controlled Costs
Engineered for efficiency, our trusses optimise material use and reduce unnecessary waste, helping to keep overall build costs down. With faster installation and less on-site labour required, you benefit from a more economical construction process without compromising strength, performance or long-term reliability.

Truss Product Process

From date of order to delivery to site is approximately 6-8 Weeks .
Keep in mind that design changes can increase the time frame.
Customer enquiry
Sales & Design lead assigned.
Customer enquiry
Preliminary Design & Quotation
Preliminary Design & Quotation
Valid for 8 weeks. Terms & Conditions of Sales issued and accepted.
Order Confirmed by Client
Payment terms and provisional delivery date agreed with designer.
Order Confirmed by Client
Site Visit by ATE
Site Visit by ATE
Site Measurements taken.
Design Approval
Design reviewed and approved by Client and Engineer/Architect.
Design Approval
Design Freeze
Design Freeze
Final Drawings designed & issued to production.
Production
Production Schedule locked.
Production
Delivery to Site
Delivery to Site
Laydown Area available & Crane/Cherry picker in place .

Value Engineering

Value Engineering

Whether we are delivering a residential development or building your home, we work with you to meet your budget without compromising on quality, performance or design.

Our approach is simple and collaborative. We start by listening; then, our experienced design team explores practical alternatives and smart refinements that align with your goals.

We encourage our teams to question assumptions, seek better options and keep your priorities front and centre, ensuring that everything we deliver is efficient, buildable and built to last.

Value Engineering

Why Value Engineering Matters

Why Value Engineering Matters

Value engineering is a critical part of delivering structurally sound roof systems. By assessing spans, geometry and loading requirements from the outset, we identify opportunities to refine designs, reduce material use and streamline installation, all while maintaining full compliance and long-term performance.

Why Value Engineering Matters