Since you have steel tie beams and columns, would it be possible to make those the moment connections thus reducing the moment at the base of the columns? Looks like you have the makings of a tension ring with the steel tie beams. The LVLs, if fitted tightly at the peak with the proper...
If insulation is important, so much so that specialty CMU and multi-wythe is being considered, why not look at insulated concrete forms? Insulation and strength are both potentially better and labor goes way down.
Not sure why full-length threading would be required as long as the threaded length is sufficient to tension the bolts. I don't see the tape being used to compensate for lack of threading. Could be that the tape is being used as a bond-breaker so that the bolt can be properly stressed along its...
The shed has survived since 1990, so I wouldn't worry about snow loading, etc. The purlins are likely okay if there is no distress - it is common to install them on-edge without blocking in post-frame construction. The LFRS is via roof and wall diaphragm action. Your problem is confined to...
Another good reference... mostly about grouting but also covers foundation and anchor bolt design. https://www.amazon.com/Grouting-Handbook-Step-Step-Equipment/dp/0123908469/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1489177594&sr=8-1&keywords=The+Grouting+Handbook%3A+A+Step-by-step+Guide+to+Heavy+Equipment
The IRC contains prescriptive minimum dimensions for residential footings, including 1500 psf soil conditions... TABLE R403.1 MINIMUM WIDTH OF CONCRETE, PRECAST OR MASONRY FOOTINGS. Is there a reason this code section would not be applicable?
Could you make the concrete lintel span horizontally at the highest point in the opening and light-frame the angle to bring the opening to its final geometry? Is the opening for a window? If you have to have the angle in masonry/ concrete, you might want to discuss this with the mason to find...
In my area, it is quite common to use precast planks for this application. No support beams are required for your short span. The precast company's engineer will design the planks and provide the installation instructions. They may even set the planks for you. A topping slab would be applied...
Based on JAEs detailing comments and the possibility that the space might need to be conditioned, I would consider using insulated concrete forms for the walls and the roof. This would provide the strength you need and would eliminate most of the detailing concerns raised by JAE since the...
If you are working with a gym that employs barbell weights, then none of the materials you are considering will be durable. Cover the bare concrete with rubber matting or the owner can build wooden platforms where the lifting will take place. Due to the impact loading, I would not try to level...
I agree with medeek - bringing the shear panel up to the roof diaphragm allows additional nailing where the roof sheathing uplift is the highest. Drill round holes to get the appropriate ventilation area.
Your description does not seem to match the pictures you reference. The concrete is all placed above the insulated concrete form (there is only one layer of concrete). The depth of the concrete joist formed is dependent on the particular form depth chosen by the engineer (several depths are...
Are you suggesting that the brick veneer can take the place of structural sheathing to restrain lateral forces on the building? I would be very nervous about doing that.
