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Thank you all for your time. If I have an RTU of approximately 700 lbs at mid span of joists, curb spanning between two joists, any info on how to check for overloading condition, if any or otherwise. Appreciate you all for your time and help.

The joists 14" deep and has double angle of 2x2x1/8" as top chord and 5/8" double rods as bottom chord with 5/8" middle/web rod. i have photos also. I will attach photos ASAP. Thank you for your time.

I couldn't find any info. on the joists like tags etc., Please suggest how to classify them?

How can we calculate capacity of existing steel roof joists ( 50+ years old)? Please help!!

I am very sorry for late reply.Thank you for the help. I got it! I spoke to the Boise Manf. and got it cleared. I was trying to cantilever an LVL for 5 feet. Thank you very much for your quick responce

Can somebody please help on Cantilevering Wood Beam/Lvl

Mike, I am refering to exterior wall near Stair case!

Not a contractor!! Engineer!!

Wall is not built yet! Please find the attached drawing http://files.engineering.com/getfile.aspx?folder=60fb8fb1-471d-4a5d-9e46-de8e6f74156d&file=Arch._plan.pdf

There is no support/second floor! City inspector made a comment saying that he needs engineered design on walls!!

Wood framing! This house gets 3/8" OSB sheathing on all exterior walls!

I would like to get some help regarding tall wall design with bunch of windows on the second floor!! Wall height apprx. 23'. Please help!!

existing 2-storey residence in Port Aransas,Texas. Home owner trying to get certified for windstorm Insurance! House was built in 2000. House needs to certified for wind storm specs for about 130MPH. Need to know all design requirements for wind storm strapping, nailing, anchorage,etc.. Any...

Thank you all for your info. and help!!

Hello All, Can anybody have any suggestion on where to look for "WIND STORM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS" for wood framed house near coast!! Thank you