Ridge beam

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004849",
  "term": "Ridge beam",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A horizontal structural member located at the apex of a roof, supporting the upper ends of the rafters. It carries the vertical loads from the roof down to the supporting walls or columns. This beam is a primary element in roof framing, especially in structures where the rafters do not meet at a self-supporting angle.",
  "synonyms": [
    "ridge plate"
  ],
  "subject": "Carpentry",
  "see_also": [
    "ridge tile",
    "ridge vent"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Firstbalken",
    "es": "viga de cumbrera",
    "fr": "faîtière"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/ridge-beam/"
}