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ASCE 7 requires deflections to be checked by multiplying the elastic deflection by the deflection amplification factor and dividing by the importance factor. What is the purpose for dividing by the importance factor? Just applying quick knee jerk logic, one would assume that as we increase the...

Can someone tell me if W1.7 joint reinforcement can be used as the required horizontal reinforcement above and below wall openings?

The fabricator wants to weld stainless steel to A500 pipe. Can this be done?

The fabricator wants to weld Stainless steel to A500 steel pipe. Can this be done?

IBC 1808.2.4 states that "pile caps shall have at least 4" beyond the edges of piles". If the grade beam is "integral" with the pile cap, does that mean that the grade beam has to be 8" wider than the pile? I have an 18" grade bm and a 16" pile and I don't want to make that contractor pour...

Are pile caps required under grade beams with a single pile below its centerline?