Brick veneer deflection limit
Brick veneer deflection limit
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I have a steel frame building with brick veneer cladding. My building lateral force resisting system is moment frame. How much should I limit the drift in my moment frame to avoid damage to the veneer? I've heard H/300 & H/500. What is the most commonly used limit and where can I find the reference?






RE: Brick veneer deflection limit
RE: Brick veneer deflection limit
RE: Brick veneer deflection limit
RE: Brick veneer deflection limit
This is for the out-of-plane drift (not in-plane). To accommodate in-plane drifts, in California, we often "isolate" the veneered cladding by using slip joints/slotted holes, etc. Look into www.steelnetwork.com for some ideas.
RE: Brick veneer deflection limit