Hello Everyone,
I have a single-story residential project in which we intend to remove a centrally located concrete column supporting a beam. The goal is to install a large sliding glass door. Upon removing the column, the existing beam exhibits signs of failure in both the top and bottom reinforcement. As I am relatively new to projects of this nature, I am seeking guidance on potential reinforcement solutions.
Specifically, I am considering reinforcing the concrete beam with lateral steel plates, creating a sandwich-type configuration, secured with through bolts. Would this be a viable option? If so, could someone provide insight into the calculation methodology for this type of reinforcement?
Thank you
I have a single-story residential project in which we intend to remove a centrally located concrete column supporting a beam. The goal is to install a large sliding glass door. Upon removing the column, the existing beam exhibits signs of failure in both the top and bottom reinforcement. As I am relatively new to projects of this nature, I am seeking guidance on potential reinforcement solutions.
Specifically, I am considering reinforcing the concrete beam with lateral steel plates, creating a sandwich-type configuration, secured with through bolts. Would this be a viable option? If so, could someone provide insight into the calculation methodology for this type of reinforcement?
Thank you
