Charpente-arc-portique

English translation: Solid timber framework, arches and portal frames

12:23 Nov 4, 2021
French to English translations [PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Construction / Civil Engineering / Building framework
French term or phrase: Charpente-arc-portique
Hi all,

I'm translating an HR presentation from French (FR) to English (UK) about how to use the Dalux tool on construction workflow and quality management. The presentation refers to the SYCODES categorisation system used by the Agence Qualite Construction to breakdown potential non-compliances into specific areas (https://qualiteconstruction.com/outil-numerique/service-nume... A list of these different categories appears in an appendix. This is where the tricky phrase appears. Please see below for context:

3. CHARPENTE-COUVERTURE
3.00 Charpente-arc-portique en bois massif
3.10 Couverture en petits éléments
3.30 Couverture en grands éléments
3.40 Couverture spéciale
3.50 Evacuation des EP
3.60 Eléments incorporés à la couverture (fonction d'étanchéité seulement)
3.70 Charpente-Couverture Ouvrages sous couvertures : Ecran, Isolation

Could anyone help please? Thanks in advance!
Matt Valentine
Norway
Local time: 22:23
English translation:Solid timber framework, arches and portal frames
Explanation:
From Dictionary of Building and Civil Engineering Dictionnaire Du Bâtiment Et Du Génie Civil - Don Montague

"charpente f - structural frame(work)
charpente f en bois - timber frame"
https://www.academia.edu/7029951/Dictionnaire_genie_civil_fr...

Page 7 of the link below shows what a portique and arc are in terms of roofing structures and pages 15 to 19 show examples of uses in real life.
https://docplayer.fr/18302004-Construire-en-acier-documentat...

The Don Montague dictionary also has
"portique m gantry, portal frame, portico"
"arc m arc [curve], arc [in welding], arch"

This next reference is about steel portal frames (but is applicable to wood) and has a good selection of images.

"Portal frames are generally low-rise structures, comprising columns and horizontal or pitched rafters, connected by moment-resisting connections. Resistance to lateral and vertical actions is provided by the rigidity of the connections and the bending stiffness of the members, which is increased by a suitable haunch or deepening of the rafter sections. This form of continuous frame structure is stable in its plane and provides a clear span that is unobstructed by bracing. Portal frames are very common, in fact 50% of constructional steel used in the UK is in portal frame construction. They are very efficient for enclosing large volumes, therefore they are often used for industrial, storage, retail and commercial applications as well as for agricultural purposes."
https://www.steelconstruction.info/Portal_frames

Finally timber arches (with pictures) -
"The roof support structure consists of five vaults of glulam timber arches; they span 18 metres, rising from the ground like trees in an uplifting sculptural gesture and decreasing in length to suit the triangular site. The largest vault consists of 11 glulam arches which are spaced 9m apart to extend 90m in length, while the smallest vault is 18m long and consists of only three arches."
https://www.trada.co.uk/case-studies/bodegas-protos-winery-p...

Another set of photos here
https://www.timberlabsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/0...
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Althea Draper
United Kingdom
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Summary of answers provided
3 +2Solid timber framework, arches and portal frames
Althea Draper
3 -1arch-framed porch (or portico)
Johannes Gleim


Discussion entries: 4





  

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arch-framed porch (or portico)


Explanation:
« Au moment où il se marie en 1810 avec Marie-Louise d’Autriche, lorsque le cortège passe sous l’arc, il y a seulement trois mètres qui sont sortis de terre. La ville de Paris va offrir la construction d’un arc en charpente et en toile peinte en trompe l’œil. C’est la seule occasion où Napoléon aura vu l’arc complètement construit », complète Bruno Cordeau.
https://france3-regions.francetvinfo.fr/corse/tema-napoleon-...

Portique : espace long et couvert, soit par des voûtes portées par des arcades, soit, par des plafonds sur des colonnes, et dont les côtés ne sont point fermésM 3
https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lexique_des_arcs_et_voûtes

Arched Roof Porticos Archives – GFP
https://www.pinterest.de/pin/511088257696177499/

Arched Portico Design
Another very popular portico design idea is the arched roof. It’s not as good at diverting water or stopping snow and ice build up but the look is more elegant.
https://gambrick.com/portico-designs/

The long driveway entices you toward the b>arched beam portico that only hints at the magnificence within. This 5 bedroom, 7 full and 5 half bath, residence of 20,982 sq. ft. rests on more than 8 acres of resort-like grounds.
https://www.lps-china.com/property/silicon-valleys-ultimate-...

Due to lack of internet references, I may resort to English-German as well.

Parabelbogenträger m parabolic arched girder
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-322-91268-8_...

arched beam | Bogenträger
arched girder | Bogenträger
(Dictionary or Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering)

Stylish, made-to-measure French Doors and arched frames set featuring large panes of clear double-glazing that allow the light to flood in.
https://www.doorsanddoors.co.uk/products/beautiful-front-doo...

Baroque-style armchair next to open door with arched frames and view into corridor beyond
https://www.living4media.com/images/11035780-Baroque-style-a...

These doors are available with our exclusive arched frames.
https://www.specifiedby.com/force-8/oxford-door-with-arched-...

Cottage Door With Arched Frame
https://force8.uk/cottage-door-arched-frame/

Anglais Français
portico n (architecture: porch) (architecture) portique nm
There are some beautiful carvings on this building's portico.
https://www.wordreference.com/enfr/portico

Angle view of St. Angelo Hotel from street; located at 237 N. Grand Avenue; shows weatherboard exterior, porch balconies at upper three levels, arch-framed porch at center
https://calisphere.org/item/464836598f48d25b9fd44e0ab6b1fe32...

Many an impressive property can be found in Bowral’s sloping streets, but with its arch-framed porch and manicured grounds, this turn-of-the-century estate has a particularly fine presence.
https://www.domain.com.au/news/a-country-christmas-six-weeke...

Proposal:
3. FRAME-ROOFING
3.00 Wooden arch-framed porch (or portico)
alternatetively: Wodden arched framed porch

Johannes Gleim
Local time: 22:23
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Native speaker of: German
PRO pts in category: 189

Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
neutral  philgoddard: Not sure about this. Couldn't it be "portico arch framing", or "portico and arch"? The punctuation is unclear.
26 mins
  -> I understand the term as arched portico (porch with arc)

disagree  Schtroumpf: L'illustration de votre arch-framed porch montre clairement la veranda d'une villa style 1900. Joli, mais rien à voir avec un logiciel de gestion des désordres de construction.
4 hrs
  -> Le lien avec "Dalux" n'est pas non plus clairement identifiable. Ces termes sont également utilisés ailleurs. Et je trouve qu'il n'est pas utile de pointer des références individuelles.
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1 day 3 hrs   confidence: Answerer confidence 3/5Answerer confidence 3/5 peer agreement (net): +2
Charpente-arc-portique en bois massif
Solid timber framework, arches and portal frames


Explanation:
From Dictionary of Building and Civil Engineering Dictionnaire Du Bâtiment Et Du Génie Civil - Don Montague

"charpente f - structural frame(work)
charpente f en bois - timber frame"
https://www.academia.edu/7029951/Dictionnaire_genie_civil_fr...

Page 7 of the link below shows what a portique and arc are in terms of roofing structures and pages 15 to 19 show examples of uses in real life.
https://docplayer.fr/18302004-Construire-en-acier-documentat...

The Don Montague dictionary also has
"portique m gantry, portal frame, portico"
"arc m arc [curve], arc [in welding], arch"

This next reference is about steel portal frames (but is applicable to wood) and has a good selection of images.

"Portal frames are generally low-rise structures, comprising columns and horizontal or pitched rafters, connected by moment-resisting connections. Resistance to lateral and vertical actions is provided by the rigidity of the connections and the bending stiffness of the members, which is increased by a suitable haunch or deepening of the rafter sections. This form of continuous frame structure is stable in its plane and provides a clear span that is unobstructed by bracing. Portal frames are very common, in fact 50% of constructional steel used in the UK is in portal frame construction. They are very efficient for enclosing large volumes, therefore they are often used for industrial, storage, retail and commercial applications as well as for agricultural purposes."
https://www.steelconstruction.info/Portal_frames

Finally timber arches (with pictures) -
"The roof support structure consists of five vaults of glulam timber arches; they span 18 metres, rising from the ground like trees in an uplifting sculptural gesture and decreasing in length to suit the triangular site. The largest vault consists of 11 glulam arches which are spaced 9m apart to extend 90m in length, while the smallest vault is 18m long and consists of only three arches."
https://www.trada.co.uk/case-studies/bodegas-protos-winery-p...

Another set of photos here
https://www.timberlabsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/0...

Althea Draper
United Kingdom
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
PRO pts in category: 51
Grading comment
Thanks! :)

Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
agree  Schtroumpf
10 mins

agree  Kim Metzger
4 hrs
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