(3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
(3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
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What is the best way to connect (3)-1 3/4x11 7/8 LVL to W10 beam? Let's say the connection need to support 4kips. I cant really use top flange simpson hanger on 2x nailer because thats too weak. Do I have to use face mount hanger on web pack? how do I secure the web pack and how long?






RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
Is that what you do on your projects ucfse?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
I don't do a lot of wood framing myself. These are things I would try first. You can create a hanger or bucket out of steel plate and make whatever you want. That's the nice thing about steel: welding.
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
Dik
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
As far as notching, look at the manufacturer's specs. For instance TrusJoist does not allow rectangular holes (notches) in thier LVL product. You don't want to leave the owner with a product the manufacturer will not warranty.
I think the packed web is the most likely solution since you have a flush condition. It can be designed to allow for some field adjustment, by doing a longer packed section. I design the bolts to transfer the load to the web.
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
Dik
RE: (3)-11 7/8 LVL to steel beam connection?
You should call Simson and ask them. The situation you have is one I have faced many times and Simpson will custom make a hanger that you could weld to the top to the W10.