Yes I am definitely going to specify conc on decking. It seems that wide flanges will be a better choice than bar joists for both vibration concers and a quicker fab time. I now will need to figure an economical framing spacing and deck sizing. Do you guys think composite decking makes sense...
The floor area is essentially 20'x50'. Bar joists would span 20' or I could have an intermediate girder and span 10' and 10'. Just wanted you guys' thoughts....THANKS!
I am designing a small 1000 sf free-standing mezzanine floor for restaurant use. I am curious about the advantages of bar joist w/metal deck & concrete VS. W-Section w/metal deck & concrete. Any thoughts?
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I am looking for Autocad blocks for structural steel connections and standard details. I need *.dwg files that are capable of being modified in Autocad. Anyone know of any sites that offer download files? I am willing to purchase templates, etc.
Thanks for the suggestions. I guess my real thoughts on this are as follows:
The local code is based on FEMA Publication EP1165-2-314 Dec15, 1995.
The local bldg code allows a commercial building finish floor elevation below the design flood water level provided that the building is "flood...
Can anyone lend any insight into a slab on grade, pre-engineered metal building design. Local code calls for a flood water depth of 4' above the finish floor elevation which will create considerable floatation uplift. My client wants to flood protect this new building with exterior walls and...
