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  1. aSperling

    Uniformly Distributing Point Load from Crane Outrigger

    Hey Guys, Update on this thread. I reached out to another more experienced engineer we work with to provide our final solution. No offense to anyone here; but I have not done many projects of this nature so figured id exercise this option. We reviewed the design of the 4' diameter aluminum...
  2. aSperling

    Uniformly Distributing Point Load from Crane Outrigger

    Thanks Everyone for your input. Sorry for the late response. Some answers: SlideRuleEra - Yes those are very similar to the rig mats I would use. They basically consist of 3 - W6x15 beams running longitudinally with approx. 5-1/2" square timber running laterally and constrained by the...
  3. aSperling

    Uniformly Distributing Point Load from Crane Outrigger

    I am working on a lift plan that involves outrigger loads being applied to existing foundations. My max. outrigger load is 75kips and the original building Engineer on Record has indicated that the maximum applied UDL is 2000 psf which is governed by subgrade bearing pressure. Given this I...
  4. aSperling

    DH Nuts for A394 Tower Bolts

    Thanks transmissiontowers. I have a customer who wants the DH nuts for tower applications however I have spoken with 4 suppliers and importers and each one claims they do not exist. Infasco claims they exist as an offshore import (they do not manufacture) however i can find no one who can...
  5. aSperling

    DH Nuts for A394 Tower Bolts

    Has anyone purchased/specified Grade DH ASTM A563 Nuts in regular hex? (Not heavy hex) I want to use them with an A394 Tower bolt so the nut is same size as the bolt head.

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