I have a project that is an evaluation of an existing structure. The building has three stories partially supported by exterior glued-laminated columns. The owner fears, and I agree that due to poor detailing the interior of the columns are decaying. Does anyone know a testing firm that has...
I am designing a slab on grade that needs to support a Cat 966H loader. I have operating weight, wheel base etc. but I cannot seem to find an unloaded center of gravity for the equipment. I need to determine axle loads to calc wheel loads for the design. Any suggestions?