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    Sharing my technological business practices for a small structural engineering firm

    There is not much interest by employment attorney's for issues related to covid; at least right now in this pandemic climate.
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    Sharing my technological business practices for a small structural engineering firm

    Thanks for the post. About 3 months ago I got caught up in the federal covid vaccine mandate and let go by my Company after almost 16 years. With not to much early success getting offers as I am a more "senior" engineer, I've decided to go self-employee and provide engineering services on my...
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    Bulk density of refractory for stack on heater

    Tried but what I'm told is it doesn't exist. I've pulled a cut sheet off internet from a specific manufacture meeting the 1-2-4 LVH criteria stating the bulk density is 64 pcf. I've had to move forward as it's a scheduled lift so I used 70 pcf. A will also increase my total weight by 50% to...
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    Importing .ifc format file

    OK, thanks everyone. Sorry for the delaying in responding. I realize now it's just essentially nodal data or BIM data as several of you have pointed out. I should have noted that what was sent to me is a .mgb file extension. I am not sure what program creates a .mgb file. I don't have...
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    Bulk density of refractory for stack on heater

    I am trying to find a reference that will give me the bulk density of refractory used to line a stack on top of a convection box that rests on a heater (I believe). I am trying to determine the weight of the stack section with the insulting refractory for lifting by crane to replace the...
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    Importing .ifc format file

    The file was given to me for checking a structure. I don't know enough of the dxf file to know if shapes, boundary conditions, loads, load cases, etc., transfer with a dxf file format. It took weeks to get this file so not sure I can get a dxf from them in time to make check. Thanks for...
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    Importing .ifc format file

    Anyone find a way to translate a .ifc file as to import it into Risa 3D? I've been given several .ifc files but I can't find a translator into Risa or .std file that can be read by Risa 3D.
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    Pile/Column Prestressed Concrete Software?

    My company is looking at purchasing column design software to design precast/prestressed columns or piles in the immediate case. I was initially asked to create either a spreadsheet or mathcad file showing the interaction diagrams but it was my opinion that it would be cheaper in the long run...
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    Relevancy of code date-Opinions sought

    Ron, I agree, the Client will have to release the Company from liability which will likely help the client make the decision. IRstuff, Point taken about codes, that was somewhat of a cheap shot at people working hard to develope and maintain them. I was not sure what you meant by your last...
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    Relevancy of code date-Opinions sought

    IRstuff, I was in the middle of typing when your additional comments came. I agree that all those costs should be built into the proposal and are good points. Thanks VQ
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    Relevancy of code date-Opinions sought

    The question is, "is a design based on current codes necessary for this situation?" If this specific client who controls the local design codes, chooses not to require the design to be updated to current codes, why should I require them to do so? As I stated before, I'll give the client 2 cost...
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    Relevancy of code date-Opinions sought

    Some how (user stupidity) I've put stars by IRstuff and Ron. Not that you both didn't provide a "valuable post" but it was unintentional. I just didn't want everyone else to feel left out. VQ
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    Relevancy of code date-Opinions sought

    Some clarification. It's a municipal client and they or an entity within governs the local codes. If the client agrees to not update design to current local requirements they would likely have to do it in agreement with building code division. Once again, why not maintain the original design...
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    Relevancy of code date-Opinions sought

    Thanks for all you comments and taking the time to respond. I'm sure everyone is busy and I appreciate the time you took. The 50 year old building...bad bad example. I'd never design to an old code. Sorry for that one. In a seismic area I see 5 years making a difference. In wind design the...
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    Relevancy of code date-Opinions sought

    jike, Since I have a "professional obligation" to design by the latest code, do I go back to all my previous designs in my life and tell the owners that I have to check that previous designs meet the latest codes? And if the latest codes mean larger beams is my design inadequate? Who says I...
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