Shear Strength of Expanded Metal Grating
Shear Strength of Expanded Metal Grating
(OP)
I have a situation where there are some catwalks constructed of 3 psf expanded metal grading welded at 8" o.c. to perimeter angles. If I can get this to act as a diaphragm (which I know it will to some extent) I can avoid adding cross bracing directly beneath this grating. Does anyone know what diaphragm strength I can get from expanded metal grating?






RE: Shear Strength of Expanded Metal Grating
Although there is undoubtedly some shear strength, do not rely on it without documented justification.
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering