Hokie:
We are having that same internal debate. However dhengr is also on the right track. We are having to weld channels to the flanges in order to take the new crane loading. So it was our thought to return the building back to "original conditions" to reduce the load on the columns.
I am looking for some guidance on replacing a building column that has been removed during previous building modifications. Currently in place is a transfer truss that spans to the adjacent columns. My concern is that if we just tilt up a column and weld it into place it won't take any dead load...
I have a circular stainless steel platform located in the center of a digester that is leaking gas. The culprit is the interaction of the platform plate and the rolled tube used to secure the membrane. In fabrication the plate was only stitch welded to the tube and we have attempted to seal the...
