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The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA)

The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) is the respected voice of the trussed rafter industry in the UK. The Association is committed to stringent standards of quality and service and sets a professional benchmark for the industry. Members include the principal manufacturers of trussed rafters, industry suppliers and professionals involved in roof design and construction. TRA requires all its manufacturing members to have third-party supervised Quality Assurance and Professional Indemnity insurance so helping to ensure quality and peace of mind for the customer.

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