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Structural glossary
Permanent load
A load present almost continuously throughout the structure's use.
Technical context
Self-weight and fixed finishes often belong to this category. Temporary storage or changing use does not automatically do so.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, houses. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: What are structural calculations?.
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