Does grating usually brace supporting beams?

[GalileoG]

Thread subject says it all. Thanks.

 

[csd72]

No, too much give in the connections.

 

[lkjh345]

Agree with csd72. I usually do not count on it to brace the compression flange of a beam unless I do something unusual to design the grating and connections as some type of diaphgram that can carry the lateral bracing load to some lateral load resisting elelment of the structure.

 

[civilperson]

Yes. Will not fail if the bracing quality is not relied on but it will not fail if grate is relied on for bracing of the top flange.