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Replace in kind and code to follow

Replace in kind and code to follow

Replace in kind and code to follow

(OP)
Costumer is replacing a kind of an equipment. However, for assurance they would like to check the steel beams. The building is old two issues here:
1)The loads can be used the original design loads, right?

2)The AISC code to check the beams also can go to the original design time AISC (like AISC 9TH Edition)or the latest AISC 14 Edition needs to be used?

Thank you

RE: Replace in kind and code to follow

(OP)
Nobody can help me with the questions?
Hope they are not too off tangent!!

RE: Replace in kind and code to follow

For most of the beams I've checked that were existing I've used the loading from the time of design but new design techniques. Generally speaking the new design techniques should result in a comparable beam strength compared to old design.

Depending on the Jurisdiction though, they may require you to design for new loading depending on the scale of the modification.

RE: Replace in kind and code to follow

So you're using the "in kind" business as justification for essentially treating this as an existing building assessment? I see the logic but I can't point to a robust code provision to back you up. You might be at the mercy of your AHJ.

Just how similar is the new equipment?

How do the beams perform under modern code requirements?

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: Replace in kind and code to follow

Since you are using AISC, I assume you are under the IBC code. Take a look at the International Existing Building Code (IEBC). It spells out conditions for "grandfathering", alterations, repair, etc.

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