New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
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Hi Guys,
I have a situation where client need to install second escalator beside existing. I need to know how the connection works. Beam is 60ft span and i don't know whether it has to chip for some distance or not to make top flush with floor finishes. Any practical guidance is appreciated. Thanks
I have a situation where client need to install second escalator beside existing. I need to know how the connection works. Beam is 60ft span and i don't know whether it has to chip for some distance or not to make top flush with floor finishes. Any practical guidance is appreciated. Thanks






RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
And good question - can the beam carry the extra load. They weigh a lot and carry a lot of people..
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
Regards,
YS
B.Eng (Carleton)
Working in New Zealand, thinking of my snow covered home...
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
Be careful, and be certain that your beam can take the loads.
Cheers,
YS
B.Eng (Carleton)
Working in New Zealand, thinking of my snow covered home...
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
I agree that the slab span on the opposite side should be sufficient to take out the torsion.
As others have stated, you need to get the manufacturers standard connection details so that you can design this.
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam
That said, have you chased your load path? I would assume that since you are loading a beam towards one end most of the load from the escallator is going to go down one column and thus increase the load on the footing.
Also, you might want to think about a scabble face and surface saturated dry condition when you do make your connection.
Keep up updated, this is an interesing one. I would also be very interested in seeing your final detail.
Regards,
YS
B.Eng (Carleton)
Working in New Zealand, thinking of my snow covered home...
RE: New esclator connection with existing concrete beam