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Trussed Rafter Association @TrussedRafter

The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) is the respected voice of the #trussedrafter and metal web joist industry in the UK.

Joined April 2017
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Shape the built environment and make a positive impact with a rewarding career in Timber Engineering. Visit our website for more info: bit.ly/47JzSRC #GreenCareers #ProfessionalDevelopment #TRA
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Join the TRA community. TRA membership is open to all organisations involved in or interested in trussed rafters and metal web joists. Discover the benefits of joining today: bit.ly/4h3zb97 #TradeOrganisation #Support #TRA
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TRA members receive regular e-newsletters containing the latest news and technical updates within the #TrussedRafter industry. Sign up for the newsletter today: bit.ly/3RR5RZ8 #TRA #TechnicalAdvice
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From derelict to award-winning: The Engine House in Altrincham blends heritage with modern design. Discover how Acorn Timber Engineering and Elicia Brumley brought it back to life - bit.ly/4mF0YA6 #TRA #HeritageRestoration #TimberEngineering
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Have you thought about sharing your journey with the industry? We have a 5 Minutes with…interview series where we help to connect TRA members and highlight the amazing careers in our industry. Contact the TRA today to express your interest.
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Know someone who is looking for an exciting career in #Construction? The trussed rafter industry has a variety of great roles from designers and CAD technicians to carpenters and technical managers. Discover the different opportunities available: bit.ly/47Gzsez
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Are you a buyer or a specifier looking for metal web joists? 📑 Our Buyers’ Guide to Metal Web Joists is packed with information to help you decide when buying from a TRA member. Find out more here: bit.ly/3W7gqJM #TrussedRafters #MMC #SustainableConstruction #TRA
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The TRA highlights any requirements specific to the Irish market in its technical publications. Take a look at all the information we have for those operating in the Republic of Ireland - bit.ly/3RMrERO #ConstructionIreland #TrussedRafters
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TRA membership is open to all organisations involved with or interested in trussed rafters and metal web joists. Want to learn about the TRA membership? Visit our website for more details: bit.ly/4h3zb97 #TradeOrganisation #Support #TRA
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From draughtsman to Design Director, Julian Elsbury shares how a phone number changed his life, and why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. Read Julian’s story here: bit.ly/4kMyVgB #TRA #TimberEngineering #CareerJourney

5 Minutes with… Julian Elsbury - Trussed Rafter Association

Discover how Julian Elsbury went from office junior to design director and his top tips for success in timber engineering.

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Need technical support? The Trussed Rafter Association offers a free helpline for #Manufacturers, #Architects, #Housebuilders and more. 📞 Available Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm. Find out more: bit.ly/4eIi7Fl #TechnicalSupport #TRA
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Trussed rafter roofs are individually designed components made from kiln-dried, strength-graded timber joined together with durable steel nail plates. Learn about trussed rafters via: bit.ly/3W3INZH #TRA
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Crendon Timber Engineering delivered a complex roof design for Langdon Hospital, supporting patient care with precision and safety. Their work earned the Commercial Project of the Year at the 2025 Roofscape Design Awards. Read about the project here: bit.ly/44ZRyZV
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Did you know truss manufacturers are responsible for the safe haulage of their products? Our website has advice on the loading and unloading of trussed rafters; take a look here: bit.ly/4gsj7Nx #TRA
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After 15 years in construction sales, Allen York took a leap into timber engineering. Now GM at DTE Warrington, he shares why attitude beats experience and why investing in people pays off. Read Allen’s journey here: bit.ly/3HiERzj #TRA #TimberCareers #Leadership
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Stay ahead in timber. Get the latest industry news, tech updates, and event invites straight to your inbox. Sign up for the TRA e-newsletter today: bit.ly/4kiZQk8 #TRA #TimberNews #ConstructionUpdate
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The Women in Timber will spotlight the incredible women shaping our industry. This event include: Workshops on personal development, networking with professionals, plus a charity raffle supporting the Timber Trades’ Benevolent Society. More info: bit.ly/450aRCk
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Can you believe it’s almost been a month since the TRA AGM 2025? From new faces to award-winning rooftops, here’s what went down. Catch up on all the highlights: 👉 bit.ly/4cKQ9rQ #TRAAGM2025 #TimberEngineering #RoofscapeDesignAwards
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The TRA is keen to support the @WeAreLHCharity and its important work to improve mental health in construction. We encourage all TRA members to access the free support tools available via: bit.ly/4dK3wsc #MentalHealthSupport #Construction #Support
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Subscribe to the TRA e-newsletter, where you’ll get the very latest about the world of trussed rafters and metal web joists. There’s information on training, careers, and how using trussed rafters can improve your project. 🔗bit.ly/3RR5RZ8 #TRA #enewsletter
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