Truss Collection

Joseph Gray and Sons, Surgical Instrument Makers, Truss Works and Star Works, Boston Street - trade card c. 1890
Original at Sheffield Archives ref. SY233/B4/2

Astoria-Megler truss bridge spanning the the Columbia River between Astoria, Oregon and Point Ellice near Megler, Washington. Northern Oregon Coast. USA

China - Shanghai - Garden Bridge (Waibaidu Bridge)
China - Shanghai - The 2nd Garden Bridge (Waibaidu Bridge) over the Suzhou Creek, designed by the British firm Howarth Erskine Ltd. of Singapore. Replaced a number of earlier wooden versions

Ashton Gate Dolman Stand Roof Extension 290415
The huge steel truss that forms the Dolman Stand Roof Extension is hoisted into place as part of redevelopment works at Ashton Gate - Photo mandatory by-line

R. W. Smiths patent truss bridge, Tippecanoe City, Miami Co
R.W. Smiths patent truss bridge, Tippecanoe City, Miami Co. Ohio. Railroad bridge and another bridge spanning a river. Date ca. 1868

Insulation in a house loft or roof space. Insulating your loft can save a significant amount of household heat loss
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

A man measuring the depth of insulation in a house loft or roof space. Insulating your loft can save a significant
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Naked Girl with Blue Truss - Murrays Cabaret Club Costume
Naked Girl with Blue Truss - Original costume design for one of the performers at Murrays Cabaret Club, 16-18 Beak Street, Soho, London

Connecticut, West Cornwall Covered Bridge over the Housatonic River in the town of Cornwall

Oregon, Portland, Hawthorne Bridge
1451-200131-01

Frescoes, statues and tombs of the northern wing of the Camposanto di Pisa Pisa Camposanto Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1855 ca

Stereoscopic image of the interior of the Camposanto di Pisa Pisa Camposanto, interior Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1855 ca

Stereoscopic image of the northern wing of the Camposanto di Pisa decorated with frescoes, statues and tombs Pisa Camposanto, northern wing Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

The nave of the Cathedral of St. Bonifacio, Munich, Germany. Germany Munich, Cathedral of St. Bonifacio. Nave Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

New England, Connecticut, Cornwall, West Cornwall Covered Bridge over Housatonic River

Hull of a viking ship in Oslo Norway Oslo. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Middle passage of an industrial stable in Jolanda di Savoia, province of Ferrara. Jolanda di Savoia. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca

Interior of the Church of San Francesco in Pistoia Pistoia Church of San Francesco, nave Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Interior of the Romanesque Pieve (chapel) of S.Maria Assunta, in Montemignaio. Casentino region. Montemignaio Pieve (chapel) of S.Maria Assunta Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

The interior of Malatesta's Temple, as seen from the chapel of Isotta, known as St Michele's chapel, in Rimini. Rimini Malatesta's Temple, chapel of St

Left side of the intrerior of Malatesta's Temple, Rimini Rimini Malatesta's Temple Church Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Right side of the interior of Malatesta's Temple, Rimini Rimini Malatesta's Temple Church Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Interior of Malatesta's Temple, Rimini Rimini Malatesta's Temple Church Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Interior of the Villa Giulia, Torre Giulia estate near San Romano Montopoli, in the municipality of Pisa Pisa San Romano Montopoli, Villa Giulia, interior. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Interior of the Malatesta Temple in Rimini. Detail of the Isotta Chapel and the Chapel of the Planets. Rimini Malatesta Temple, nave Chapel Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Interior of the Parish Church of S. Pietro in Gropina, in the outskirts of Loro Ciuffenna, near Arezzo Loro Ciuffenna Gropina, Parish Church of S

The gallery of the Palazzo del Comune in Siena and the reconstruction of the Fonte Gaia. Siena Palazzo del Comune Loggia Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

A side of the loggia of the Ton Hall in Siena and the reconstruction of the Fonte Gaia. Siena Town Hall, gallery Loggia Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Partial view of the right and central aisles of Saint Peter's Church in Tuscania. Tuscania Saint Peter's Church Church Early Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Interior of the Romanesque Church of Saint John the Baptist in Mensano, near Colle Val d'Elsa. Colle di Val D'Elsa Mensano, Church of Saint John the Baptist Church Romanesque, Middle Ages

Left aisle of the Monreale Cathedral in Palermo. Monreale Cathedral Nave Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1174-1176

Interior of the Cathedral of Monreale in Palermo Monreale Cathedral Nave Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900 ca.. Date of Artwork:1174-1176

Interior of the Monreale Cathedral in Palermo. Monreale Cathedral Nave Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1174-1176

View of the interior of the Church of Santa Croce in Florence. The photograph shows the nave, parts of the side aisles and the apse with glass windows

The interior of the church of Santa Caterina in Pisa, showing the open trussed rafter roof of the nave Pisa church of Santa Caterina Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Smiths working in a furnace of Montecatini Terme Montecatini - Terme. Date of Photograph:1926

Interior view of the Basilica of S. Croce, Florence, work by Arnolfo di Cambio. The photo was taken from the central nave towards the presbytery

The Salone degli Arazzi (tapestry room) in the Museo Civico of Pisa Pisa Museo Civico, Salone degli Arazzi. Date of Photograph:1928

Detail of the ceiling of the central nave, in the Abbey of Ripoli, Florence Florence Abbey of Ripoli Ceiling Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1933

Detail of the ceiling of the central nave, in the Church of Santa Croce, Florence Florence Basilica of Santa Croce. Ceiling Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Interior of the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence with the detail of the left nave. Florence Basilica of Santa Croce Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The interior of the Cathedral of Chiusi, Basilical complex with three naves divided by columns taken from Roman buildings in the area

Interior of St.Francis'Church, in Siena Siena St.Francis Church Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Interior of the church of San Miniato al Monte in Florence Florence Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1938 ca

A chapel or isolated sick room in the infirmary of the Hospital of the Knights, now location of the Archaeological Museum, in Rhodes Greece Rhodes, Hospital of the Knights Museum Revival styles

The infirmary of the Hospital of the Knights, now location of the Archaeological Museum, in Rhodes. Several cells, perhaps isolated sick rooms, open onto the sides of the two aisles Greece Rhodes

Interior of the Basilica of S. Croce, Florence, work by Arnolfo di Cambio. The photo was taken from the central nave towards the presbytery. Tombstones are visible

A side aisle of the Basilica di Sant'Elia (Basilica di Sant'Anastasio) in Castel Sant'Elia, near Viterbo, in Lazio Castel Sant'Elia Church of Sant'Elia Church Romanesque

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"Truss: A Journey through Time and Structures" Step into the world of trusses, where craftsmanship and innovation intertwine. Joseph Gray and Sons, Surgical Instrument Makers, Truss Works, and Star Works in Boston Street were pioneers in creating intricate trusses that stood the test of time. Their trade card from 1890 showcases their dedication to precision. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves on the Astoria-Megler truss bridge spanning the majestic Columbia River in Oregon. This engineering marvel connects communities while showcasing the beauty of a well-designed truss structure. In Shanghai's Waibaidu Bridge, also known as Garden Bridge, we witness another stunning example of a truss bridge. Its elegant design captivates visitors as they stroll along its pathways, admiring both its functionality and aesthetic appeal. Not limited to bridges alone, trusses have found their place in various architectural wonders. The Ashton Gate Dolman Stand Roof Extension stands tall with R. W. Smiths' patent truss bridge supporting it effortlessly, and is a testament to how these structures can enhance our built environment. But it's not just large-scale constructions that benefit from trusses; even our homes reap rewards. Insulation in house lofts or roof spaces acts like a protective shield against heat loss and climate challenges. By insulating your loft space effectively, you contribute towards energy conservation and combatting climate change. A man meticulously measures insulation depth in a house loft or roof space—a reminder that every small step counts when it comes to saving energy and preserving our planet for future generations. Across oceans lies Tianjin's Wan-kuo-chiao (Wanguo) or International Bridge—an emblematic symbol connecting cultures through sturdy ironwork arches supported by intricate steel-trussed beams—showcasing unity amidst diversity.