Alberta steel platforms
Alberta steel platforms
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I have several steel platforms and access tower / walkway / catwalks that I am looking at for an installation in Alberta. Can anyone point me in a direction for building codes....will the Alberta Building Code 1997 (which is about to be updated) send me to the National Building Code of Canada for loading or to ASCE 7 or somewhere else? Any ideas on what the loading will be in comparison to IBC or any tips on anything that may be particular to the ABC?






RE: Alberta steel platforms
RE: Alberta steel platforms
You should be able to purchase the Alberta code on line; loading and requirements are likely quite a bit different than those of the IBC.
Dik
RE: Alberta steel platforms
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dik
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RE: Alberta steel platforms
I guess you were told the right things at the building dept but just to add a few lines of caution which you probably already know.
1. The wind load is quite different from IBC and also very important too especially in Alberta where gust can be well over 90km/h.
2. The snow load provisions should be looked into more closely
3. Thermal load may be necessary for consideration if there is any temperature diference expected within the range of 25-30 degrees
Regards
Lexim
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dik
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Have a merry christmas all.