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Interpretation of building type based on BS 6399-2:1997

Thread starter sawman
Start date May 15, 2006

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May 15, 2006

sawman

Structural

I am designing a building that needs to comply with the British Standard for wind loads: BS 6399-2:1997. I am trying to determine the "Building-type factor Kb". However the descriptions of the types of building are confusing to me. I have a 3 story structure with steel moment frames. I assume that this would be considered a "Portal shed". But I do not understand what types of builings would fall under "Welded steel unclad frames" and "Bolted steel and reinforced conrete unclad frames". Can someone enlighten me. Thanks.