Overview of the Standard
The standard AS 1684 provides a comprehensive guide for timber framed construction‚ including span tables and design data․ The standard is divided into four parts‚ each covering a specific aspect of timber framed construction․
The standard is intended for use by designers‚ builders‚ and engineers‚ and is widely adopted in the Australian building industry․
The standard is regularly updated to reflect changes in building practices and technologies․
The use of span tables and design data in the standard helps to ensure that timber framed construction meets the required safety and durability standards․
Overall‚ the standard provides a framework for the design and construction of timber framed buildings‚ and is an essential resource for anyone involved in the building industry․
The standard is available for download as a PDF file‚ making it easily accessible to users․
Design Procedure and Span Tables
Provide a Simpler Design Procedure
The aim is to provide a simpler design procedure for residential timber framed construction‚ using span tables and design data to help designers and builders․ The procedure is based on the Australian Standard AS 1684‚ which covers the design criteria‚ building practices‚ and span tables for timber framing members․
By following this procedure‚ designers and builders can ensure that their designs comply with the relevant building codes and regulations․
The use of span tables and design data simplifies the design process‚ reducing the risk of errors and ensuring that the finished building is safe and durable․
Overall‚ the simpler design procedure provided by the span tables and design data is an essential tool for anyone involved in residential timber framed construction‚ making it easier to produce high-quality designs that meet the required standards․
Residential Timber Framed Construction
Guidance for Non-Cyclonic Areas
Span Tables and Design Data
Help Size Timber Members
Australian Standard AS 1684․4
Requirements for Building Practices
The Australian Standard AS 1684․4 outlines the requirements for building practices in residential timber-framed construction‚ including the selection and placement of structural elements․ The standard also covers the requirements for tie-downs‚ bracing‚ and span tables for timber framing members‚ ensuring that buildings are designed and constructed to withstand various wind classifications and loads․
By complying with this standard‚ designers and builders can ensure that their buildings meet the requirements of the Building Code of Australia‚ providing a safe and durable structure for occupants․
The standard is an essential resource for anyone involved in residential timber-framed construction‚ providing guidance on the design and construction of buildings in non-cyclonic areas․