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I received testing results for gyp board sheathing that was done per ASTM E330. The average ultimate load for the system before failure was 117 psf. What safety factors need to be applied to this value to get a pressure that I can apply to my Components and Cladding wind pressure...
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We are having a discussion in the office about the use of pea rock pump mix for concrete beams designed to span openings, not just for use as tie beams with full support below. Concern being cracking in the pump mix.
What are some thoughts on this? Do you all have any...
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I have building that falls under the category of partially open. Basically 3 open sides with one wall in the back. Based on previous seminars my office has attended, it is our understanding that any roof structure within the envelope of the building would not have additional...
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We have a contractor who wants to do high lift grouting with bars spliced with the max 12'8" grout pour. They ordered rebar for 4' lifts and now want to change to high lift.
I can't seem to find anything in TMS that specifically says they can't do this. But diagrams in TMS as well as...
We are having a discussion in the the office and are looking for some clarification. We have a project with wood trusses spanning 30' between load bearing walls. The trusses then extend out 10' on each end and are supported by beams and posts at the ends. I believe we should be using overhang...
