Wind Loading on Clerestory Addition
Wind Loading on Clerestory Addition
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Hello all,
Currently I am working on adding a clerestory to an existing PFMB at a rodeo arena. I am a little stumped on how to do my wind loading calcs. Initially, I have analyzed the building as it stands to know what my capacities are. But now that I am moving on and am trying to determine what additional wind loading would be added to the existing frames I am not sure where to go. Do I treat the clerestory as rooftop equipment? Completely re-analyze the structure or just what exactly? Please see attached image for cross section of new addition. The clerestory is as shown in section and runs the full length of the building (410'+/-). Any input is greatly appreciated.
Shaylon
Currently I am working on adding a clerestory to an existing PFMB at a rodeo arena. I am a little stumped on how to do my wind loading calcs. Initially, I have analyzed the building as it stands to know what my capacities are. But now that I am moving on and am trying to determine what additional wind loading would be added to the existing frames I am not sure where to go. Do I treat the clerestory as rooftop equipment? Completely re-analyze the structure or just what exactly? Please see attached image for cross section of new addition. The clerestory is as shown in section and runs the full length of the building (410'+/-). Any input is greatly appreciated.
Shaylon






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Is the main rodeo building enclosed, partially enclosed or open? Will the roof be opened up at the clerestory to let light in, which is I assume the whole point?
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RE: Wind Loading on Clerestory Addition