Snow and wind load is a set of standard values for the forces acting on a building structure due to snow cover and wind pressure and suction. These parameters depend on climate zones, the height of the site and the exposure of the plot. They are also dependent on the shape of the roof and the geometry of the entire building, so they must always be calculated at the engineering design stage.
Snow load mainly influences the choice of roof sections and load-bearing system. The wind load, on the other hand, affects all the building envelope, especially the façades and structural connections.
As manufacturer of timber-frame houses, We know that the precise determination of these loads is crucial. This makes it possible to properly design trusses, The building's structural integrity is ensured by the use of the sheathing, anchoring and stabilisation of the entire building. Reliable consideration of both loads ensures operational safety, resistance to extreme weather events and durability of the structure over its lifetime.
