Steel Bar Joist on Light Metal Framing
Steel Bar Joist on Light Metal Framing
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I have a project that requires steel bar joists supported off light gauge metal framing. This is the first project I’ve done this one. I’m expecting end uplift reactions of roughly 850 lbs. Anyone have suggestions on how to make this transition down to the metal stud?
I have a project that requires steel bar joists supported off light gauge metal framing. This is the first project I’ve done this one. I’m expecting end uplift reactions of roughly 850 lbs. Anyone have suggestions on how to make this transition down to the metal stud?






RE: Steel Bar Joist on Light Metal Framing
Alternately use a heavy light gage top track or heavy light gage built up top section and weld the joists to that (use > 14 gage material).
RE: Steel Bar Joist on Light Metal Framing
DaveAtkins
RE: Steel Bar Joist on Light Metal Framing
RE: Steel Bar Joist on Light Metal Framing
Also, don't forget to tie those members together to act as the chord of the diaphragm.