Metal Building Glossary - "J"
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Building Terms:
Jack Beam
A beam used to support another beam, rafter or truss and eliminate a column support.
Jack Truss
A truss used to support another beam, rafter or truss and eliminate a column support.
Jamb
The vertical framing members located at the sides of an opening.
Jib Crane
A cantilevered or suspended beam with hoist and trolley. This lifting device may pick up loads in all or part of a circle around a column to which it is attached.
Jig
A device used to hold pieces of material in a certain position during fabrication
Joist
A light beam for supporting a floor or roof.
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