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Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
In long span
construction, long
distances are spanned
with built-up structural
steel girders and trusses.
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
In wall bearing
construction, horizontal
steel beams and joists
are supported by other
construction materials
such as masonry.
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Pre-engineered metal
buildings consist of
prefabricated structural
steel members including
beams, columns, girts,
and trusses.
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
A dimensioned grid of
letters and numbers
provides reference points
on erection plans.
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
A wide variety of
structural steel shapes
are joined together to
form a truss. Common
steel truss designs
include the bowstring,
flat, Howe, Pratt,
scissors, and Warren.
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
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Details provide
information regarding
welded connections.
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
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Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction
Chapter4StructuralSteelConstruction