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I'm analyzing a truss from the mid 60's and some of the bracing utilizes double angles that I'm unable to find in the 4th or 14th editions of the steel manual. The angles used are 1.5"x1.5"x.25". I have field verified these dimensions with the plans. Has anyone experienced something...
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I'm looking for a Bentley product to replace SAP 2000 which I have been working with for the last 5 years. I need a program which I can model existing buildings and run structural analysis on them for a wide range of projects to these buildings. (ie. overhead cranes supported from...
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To clarify, these stairs are just one example of the type of items that come across my desk. I agree completely with everyone that brought up the safety issue. In this particular situation, regardless of code, the stairs have already proven to be a safety issue and I...
Thanks for the quick responses. These stairs are mainly for employees to enter the building. I have attached a pic for an example. We have had two workers trip recently due to the steepness, which is why this stairs are all of a sudden an issue. The run is just over 6 inches and the rise is...
I currently work for the Facility Department of a company classified as General Industry by OHSA, prior to this I worked for a private engineering firm designing bridges. Now I'm dealing with OHSA regulations and I'm curious how other people apply them. For example, I have been asked to look at...
Thanks for the replies. I'm dealing with someone that is insistent on replacing the entire 20' foot section. I personal find this unnecessary and much more work.
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I'm just curious how others repair a cracked hollow section? I have a hollow section that was not capped and water was able to enter and freeze. This resulted in a vertical crack just above the base plate. Due to the expansion of the steel the concrete was also damaged. In a case like this, I'm...
