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  1. GaryHStr

    How to Attach Extra Wood to an Already Built Ridge Beam?

    Thank you for the suggestion and the visual. It looks like a strong connection method. However, there's a bit of a snag with this approach. The position where the bolts would go through is exactly where the rafters meet the ridge beam. Any kind of bolted connection through the beam at that point...
  2. GaryHStr

    How to Attach Extra Wood to an Already Built Ridge Beam?

    The ridge beam spans about 16.4 feet and is supported by king posts at both ends. These king posts extend from the tie beam up to the ridge beam.
  3. GaryHStr

    How to Attach Extra Wood to an Already Built Ridge Beam?

    Thanks for your interest in the details! The ridge beam in this structure is an actual beam, not just a compression element. It's designed to carry the load of the roof, and it is supported at each end by a king post frame. The ridge beam's primary role is to support the common rafters, which...
  4. GaryHStr

    How to Attach Extra Wood to an Already Built Ridge Beam?

    Thanks for your response! To clarify, there's no obvious deflection visibly present in the ridge beam. The concern about the beam's inadequacy is based on calculations rather than visible signs of distress. According to these calculations, the existing timber beam's size doesn't meet the...
  5. GaryHStr

    How to Attach Extra Wood to an Already Built Ridge Beam?

    Hey everyone, I'm working on a bit of a situation here. I've got a ridge beam in a building that's already up. It's about 9.5 inches by 3.5 inches and it's bending more than it should. I was thinking about adding a steel plate, but that won't work because it'll get in the way of the rafters...
  6. GaryHStr

    Rigid Connection without Steel Column

    Thank you for your prompt response and valuable feedback. I appreciate your insights. Please accept my apologies for not mentioning this initially. I have attached an image showing the connection details for your reference. In the image, you will see a side view of the proposed connection...
  7. GaryHStr

    Rigid Connection without Steel Column

    Hi guys, I'm currently working on a project where the client has requested the removal of a steel column, and I am tasked with designing a rigid connection to replace it. The project involves connecting two steel beams at point 2, with a span of 8.2 feet from point 1 to point 2 and a sloped...
  8. GaryHStr

    Residential Basketball Court Foundation Wall

    Hi there! I have some thoughts on your questions regarding the foundation wall design for your basketball court and theater room. It's understandable that you want to keep the footing size reasonable, but it's important to ensure that the wall is properly supported and won't settle or crack...
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