1900s Concrete Floor System: Columbian Floor System
1900s Concrete Floor System: Columbian Floor System
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I am analyzing an existing building's floor framing, the building is from pre-1900s and utilizes what was known as a "Columbian Floor System". Is anyone familiar with this type of construction? I am trying to figure out whether or not I can consider composite action for the beams which are either iron or steel I-sections encased in concrete.






RE: 1900s Concrete Floor System: Columbian Floor System
Try these links for background on the system you cited:
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I'm sure if you search book.google.com you can find additional bucks on the subject.
RE: 1900s Concrete Floor System: Columbian Floor System
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
http://mmcengineering.tripod.com
RE: 1900s Concrete Floor System: Columbian Floor System