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Sawcutting Control Joints
I am looking at the design of a concrete slab-on-grade that is approximately 40'x40' in plan dimension. The final finish is specified by the architect to be polished concrete, therefore final appearance, cracking, etc... must be controlled as much as possible. In order for the control joints to...- Canuck67
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- Forum: Structural engineering general discussion
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Splicing Pre-Engineered Wood I-Joists
We have encountered some severely deteriorated wood I-joists. The deterioration is due to water infiltration. The existing joists support residential loads and span approximately 20 - 22 ft. The deterioration is restricted to about 16" at one end of the joists, the remainder of each joist is in...- Canuck67
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- Forum: Wood design and engineering
