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OWSJ reinforcement steel spec

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Triangled

Structural
Jun 30, 2013
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I have a steel joist with calcs (from manufacturer) showing Fy=50ksi for webs and chords.
Pls recommend steel spec should I use to get Fy=50 ksi for reinforcement pieces:
1. round rods
2. angles
3. 1/8" to 1" plates
 
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If I was reinforcing the webs, I would most likely use 36 ksi angles. If I was reinforcing the chords, I most likely would use 50 ksi plates.
 
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