Wood Joist to Steel Beam Web Blocking / Packing
Wood Joist to Steel Beam Web Blocking / Packing
(OP)
I am connecting 2x6 ceiling joists to a W 8x15 by packing the web with wood and attaching hangars. Would I be able to pack out the web in wood by nailing plywood to the back of 2x6's to get the depth I need to clear the flange or do I really need to rip down solid wood? It looks like I need about 1.875" of wood depth in each web.






RE: Wood Joist to Steel Beam Web Blocking / Packing
Maybe a sketch would help.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: Wood Joist to Steel Beam Web Blocking / Packing
I like to debate structural engineering theory -- a lot. If I challenge you on something, know that I'm doing so because I respect your opinion enough to either change it or adopt it.
RE: Wood Joist to Steel Beam Web Blocking / Packing
see attached for crudely drawn detail.
http://files.engineering.com/getfile.aspx?folder=8...
RE: Wood Joist to Steel Beam Web Blocking / Packing
though.
Mike McCann, PE, SE (WA)
RE: Wood Joist to Steel Beam Web Blocking / Packing