Truss Point Load and Span Capacity

Formula and source

Equivalent UDL (lb/ft) interpolated from manufacturer span-vs-load curves; equivalent-UDL safety factor; reactions A / B from simple-beam math; 2× point-load rule of thumb.

Manufacturer truss span-vs-load tables (Tomcat, Total Structures, Tyler GT, Global Truss) by name; ANSI E1.21 (Entertainment Technology - Temporary Ground-Supported Structures) by name.

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