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wind connection to bottom flange

wind connection to bottom flange

wind connection to bottom flange

(OP)
Hi

I have a warehouse 100'x100' with perimeter moment frames. it is a 37' high structure. I have joists at 11'. the roof deck needs to transfer force to the perimeter frame. the exterior masonry wall is connected to the bottom flange of the exterior W27. how do I transfer force from bottom flange to he roof deck?

the force is approx .25k/ft

RE: wind connection to bottom flange

Kickers from bottom flange up to top chord of joists.
or
Span wall to top flange of beam inside of the bottom.

RE: wind connection to bottom flange

Oops...I typed it too fast!

Span wall to top flange of beam instead of the bottom.  

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