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  1. TBell47

    Angular Guy Wire Placement

    Hello, Can anyone tell me if there is a code that governs angular displacement of guy wires in industrial applications? I seem to recall reading somewhere that 30 degrees is a *minimum* from the vertical at the upper connectors. (*minimum* 60 degrees at the base anchor point). If this be the...
  2. TBell47

    Avg. *Minimum* Frost Depth -South Carolina

    Might anyone have information regarding avg. *minimum* frost depth in the state of South Carolina? What depth could one use to satisfy the greatest minimum for this area of the country? Thank you in advance. TBell
  3. TBell47

    Average *Minimum* Frost Depth

    PLease allow me to rephrase my previous thread. I was wondering if any one could help me determine the *minimum* frost depth in the state of South Carolina? Thanks again. TBell
  4. TBell47

    Avg. Max. Frost Depth in South Carolina

    Can anyone tell me the (average) maximum frost depth in the state of South Carolina? Thank you. T-Bell47
  5. TBell47

    Reducing the "minimum frost" depth

    Might anyone have suggestions or information regarding an acceptable method of reducing the "minimum frost depth" (in this case ~ 42") utilizing light weight concrete or foam insulation? Can either of these materials be used in an acceptable manner to achieve this goal? Might there be other...
  6. TBell47

    Minumum Space Required on Perm. Elevated Maintenance Platform

    Hello. I'm trying to determine if there is an O.S.H.A. requirement pertaining to minimum square footage of a "permanent elevated maintenance platform". It is adequately handrailed (3'-6" Abv. Grtg.), has a caged ladder access, and an owner specified safety gate at the upper access point. I'm...
  7. TBell47

    Minumum Space Required on Perm. Elevated Maintenance Platform

    Hello. I'm trying to determine if there is an O.S.H.A. requirement pertaining to minimum square footage of a "permanent elevated maintenance platform". I'm faced with a situation that requires a permanent structure with a minimum area (due to limited space available) where two workers can...
  8. TBell47

    ASTM D-698 or D-1556 Proctor Method

    BigH, Thank you. Much clearer now. I see I typo'd D-1556 in the body of the question. Sorry for the delay in retrieving your response. My computer at the office is being changed out for a newer model. Many Thanks, Thomas TBell47
  9. TBell47

    ASTM D-698 or D-1556 Proctor Method

    Does Proctor ASTM D-698 soil compaction call for 95% dry density or is that Proctor ASTM D-1156? Thank you.
  10. TBell47

    Minimum Frost Depth Northern Michigan

    Can someone tell me either the minimum frost depth of footers and footings for northern Mighigan? OR An online site where I might find this information? Thank you.
  11. TBell47

    Regional Frost Depths in Michigan

    Anyone have the footing depth requirement for the state of Michigan? Thank you for any assistance.
  12. TBell47

    Appropriate Frost Depth of Footings

    What is the correct point on a footing's depth to be considered below frost depth? Top of footing or bottom of footing? Where would I find the code that indicates which of the two is correct? Thank You!
  13. TBell47

    Appropriate Footing Frost Depth

    What is the correct point on a footing's depth to be considered below frost depth? Top of footing or bottom of footing? Where would I find the code that indicates which of the two is correct? Thank You!
  14. TBell47

    Welding Support Brackets To An ASME Pressure or Nonpressure Vessel

    (Re: Pressure Vessels or Non-Pressure Vessels) Can anyone tell me if an ASME Code or another applicable code exists for the retro-fit design/installation of a circular platform with knee braces that DOES NOT ALLOW weldment of the new platform's connector brackets OVER an existing horizontal or...
  15. TBell47

    Welding Platform Knee Brace Backer Plates Over Vessel Weldments

    (Re: Pressure Vessels or Non-Pressure Vessels) Can anyone tell me if an ASME Code or another applicable code exists for the retro-fit design/installation of a circular platform with knee braces that DOES NOT ALLOW weldment of the new platform's connector brackets OVER an existing horizontal or...
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