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Glossary of Terms
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| Aganto: | Generic term associated with quality structures |
| Bay: | A unitary length of structure, of varying sizes (typically 3m, 5m or 6m) |
| BTU: | British Thermal Unit |
| 'Chem-fix': | Method of anchorage using a chemical reaction to 'glue' the bolt to a concrete base-pad. |
| 'Clearspan': | The style of frame that requires no internal poles or legs to hold it up - the entire internal span of the frame is clear. |
| DBA: | Decibel |
| 'Duck-Bill' anchors: | Anchors for use in fixing long-term structures to the ground, typically being minimum 2m approx.6' deep, with a locking system at the deepest point in the ground to ensure zero movement. |
| Eave: | Where the side wall and roof pitch meet |
| kVA: | Kilo Volt Amps |
| Modular: | Of or relating to 'Bay' construction (see 'Bay' above). Allows for incremental increase/decrease of a structure in unit bay lengths. |
| Purlin: | Structural support beam positioned in the roof between main frame sections |
| PVC: | Polyvinyl chloride - the coating upon our soft roof and wall covers |
| 'Rawl-bolt': | A bolt that expands within a drill hole when tightened, this expansion providing huge purchase/grip strength. |
| 'Return-Air': | Heating or cooling system whereby air already inside the structure is reused and re-circulated rather than using air from outside. This allows for considerable fuel-use savings. |
| Span: | The width of the structure |
| Trackway: | Temporary Roadway or Pathway |
| Turn-Key: | A project finished and ready for the client to walk into and begin working with |
| Underground Services: | Drains, pipes, cables or similar things that may carry gas, water, electricity, telephone or other cables, or any other supply. |
| Wind/Snow-Loading: | The maximum amount of wind/snow which a structure can withstand. |
