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Structural glossary
Roof load
The loads that a roof must be able to transfer.
Technical context
Roof build-up, snow, wind, installations and any terrace use matter. Adding weight requires understanding the existing structure.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, solar panels. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: Calculations for solar panels.
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