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Roof Truss & Floor Truss Manufacturer in Melbourne

Welcome to Hi-Tech Trusses:

Your Premier Roof Truss Manufacturer in Melbourne

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MiTek-licensed manufacturer of roof trusses, timber trusses, floor trusses, wall frames and structural steel — based in Dandenong South and supplying builders, developers and owner-builders across Melbourne and regional Victoria for more than 25 years.

Engineered roof trusses and frames, made to your plans

Hi-Tech Trusses designs and manufactures prefabricated roof trusses, floor trusses (Posi-Struts), timber wall frames and structural steel for residential and commercial projects. Every roof truss and frame is engineered to your architectural drawings, manufactured in our Dandenong South factory, and delivered ready to install — so your build goes up faster, with less waste and fewer surprises on site.

As a MiTek-licensed fabricator, we design using MiTek 20/20 and Sapphire software and cut and press on automated plant (including a Vekta Razor saw and Multinail presses) for millimetre-accurate components every time.

What we manufacture

Roof trusses — Prefabricated timber roof trusses for gable, hip, scissor (cathedral) and complex architectural roofs, engineered to transfer roof loads efficiently to your walls and footings. [Explore roof trusses →]

Floor trusses & Posi-Struts — Lightweight, long-span open-web floor systems that let plumbers and electricians run services through the floor zone, with less bounce underfoot. [Explore Posi-Struts →]

Timber wall frames — Precision prefabricated wall frames built indoors to AS 1684 and erected in days rather than weeks. [Explore wall frames →]

Structural steel — Beams, lintels and fabricated members (PFC, UB, UC) to carry long spans and heavy loads, supplied with your timber package. [Explore structural steel →]

Why builders choose Hi-Tech Trusses?

Proven Track Record: 25+ years supplying Victorian builders, developers and owner-builders — including work associated with well-known names such as Bunnings, Mitre 10, Glencoe and West Urban.
Engineering You Can Rely On: MiTek-licensed design, compliant with AS 1684 and Victorian building requirements.
Made For Your Plan: Every roof truss and frame is custom-detailed to your drawings — no generic stock.
One Supplier Fewer Headaches: Roof trusses, floor trusses, wall frames and structural steel from a single Dandenong South facility.
Quotes That Move Your Job Forward: Send your plans and our estimating team returns a clear, itemised price guide.

Servicing Melbourne and regional Victoria

We deliver roof trusses, frames and floor systems to job sites across metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Geelong and regional Victoria from our factory at 25 Progress St, Dandenong South.

Cost, Comparisons & Planning

What are the current manufacturing lead times for roof trusses and wall frames in Melbourne?

Our lead times fluctuate throughout the year based on seasonal construction volume and the complexity of your building plans. Generally, once we receive your architectural blueprints, the process follows three distinct steps:

Estimation & Quoting: 2 to 4 business days.
Detailing & Engineering Sign-Off: 1 to 2 weeks (where our team designs your layouts using MiTek software and provides documents for your building permit).
Factory Production: Once the final layouts are signed off by you or your builder, production typically takes 2 to 4 weeks before being dispatched to your job site.

*If you have a tight framing schedule, contact our team directly for a real-time update on our current factory floor capacity.*

Is it cheaper to build a house frame with timber or light gauge steel?

When evaluating the total project budget, prefabricated timber framing is highly cost-effective. While raw material prices fluctuate, timber remains the standard choice across Victoria because structural carpenters can easily modify it on-site if foundation or layout adjustments crop up. Timber framing doesn’t require specialized diamond-blade tooling or thermal insulation clips, keeping on-site trade costs significantly lower than steel.

Can I change my engineering plans from steel frames to timber frames?

Yes, absolutely. If your architectural plans were originally drawn up for light gauge steel, you can switch to timber. Our experienced detailing team uses specialized software to convert steel framing plans into compliant timber frame layouts. We ensure the new timber designs fully meet Victorian building regulations, AS 1684 standards, and all local engineering compliance codes.

What are the benefits of prefabricated timber wall frames vs building them on-site?

Opting for prefabricated timber walls and trusses manufactured in a controlled factory environment offers major advantages over ‘stick-building’ on-site:

Precision Engineering: Every component is cut to millimetre perfection using automated saws, eliminating human error.
Massive Time Savings: Prefabricated frames can be erected in days rather than weeks, dramatically shortening your build timeline.
Less On-Site Waste: Because everything arrives pre-cut and pre-assembled, you save thousands of dollars on skip bin hires and waste removal.
Weather Independence: Your frames are built indoors, meaning rainy days won’t delay the manufacturing phase of your project.

Can you supply structural steel beams if my timber house design requires them?

Yes. Modern open-plan home designs often require structural steel lintels, T-bars, or parallel flange channels (PFC) to support massive spans or heavy upper-floor loads. Hi-Tech Trusses can fabricate and supply the necessary structural steel components right alongside your timber package, saving you from dealing with multiple suppliers.

Products, Custom Designs & Specifications

What are the different types of prefabricated roof trusses and which one do I need?

We manufacture a wide array of roof truss configurations to suit any architectural style:

Common/Standard Trusses: The most economical choice for classic gable or hip roofs.
Scissor Trusses: Engineered with a sloped bottom chord to create stunning vaulted or cathedral ceilings inside.
Truncated Trusses: Used to form the structural hip ends of a roof line.
Custom/Architectural Trusses: Tailored for complex roof profiles, hidden box gutters, or extremely long clear spans.

Our team will analyze your architectural blueprints to determine exactly which truss combination works best for your layout.

Do you manufacture timber floor trusses or Posi-Struts?

Yes, we design and manufacture prefabricated floor truss systems, including Posi-Struts (open-web steel and timber joists). Posi-Struts are highly popular because their open design allows plumbers, electricians, and HVAC installers to run pipes and wiring through the floor zone effortlessly without drilling or cutting holes. This significantly lowers your on-site trade costs.

What timber grades do you use for roof trusses, and is the wood termite-treated?

We manufacture our frames and trusses using premium, sustainably sourced plantation timber. Our standard inventory includes:

MGP10 & MGP12 Structural Timber: Machine Gauge Pine selected for its structural reliability, straightness, and load-bearing performance.
H2F Treated Timber (Blue Pine): Standardly utilized for all internal framing to provide a highly effective, long-term barrier against termites and borers for builds south of the Tropic of Capricorn.
H2 Structural Timber: Available for higher-exposure or specialized protection zones as required by your project engineering.

Are your timber frames and roof trusses environmentally sustainable?

Yes. All of our timber is sourced from certified, sustainably managed Australian plantations carrying Responsible Wood (PEFC) or FSC certification. Timber is a natural carbon store, making prefabricated timber frames one of the lowest carbon-footprint building methods available for modern residential construction in Victoria.

Ordering, Delivery & Victoria Locations

Where can I find a reliable timber truss manufacturer that delivers to regional Victoria?

Hi-Tech Trusses is based in Victoria, and we regularly deliver our prefabricated timber frames, floor systems, and roof trusses directly to residential and commercial job sites across metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Geelong, and various regional Victorian locations.

Do you supply timber frames to owner-builders, or only to licensed commercial builders?

We work across the entire building industry. We provide the exact same high-level engineering support, clear layout maps, and reliable delivery schedules to licensed commercial developers, local framing carpenters, and private owner-builders managing their own home extensions or new builds.

What do I need to send a truss company to get an accurate price estimate?

To generate a precise, itemized quote, our estimating team requires digital copies (PDF format preferred) of your:

Architectural Floor Plans (with exact dimensions).
Elevation & Section Drawings (showing roof pitches and ceiling heights).
Engineering Specifications (if available).
Roof Cover Type (specifying if you are using lightweight metal sheeting or heavy concrete/terracotta tiles).
Job Site Address (to calculate logistics and delivery access).

How do I get a quote for my upcoming building project?

Getting started is simple. You can upload your architectural drawings directly through our online quote request form, email your files to our team, or call us to discuss your project parameters. We will review your documentation and provide a comprehensive, transparent price guide outlining your next steps.