Does anyone have ideas for an easy fix to retorfit an existing concrete deck to increase shear and flexure?
I have an 8" thick, conc. deck (floor slab) with #6 bar 7.5" o.c. both ways top and bottom mats (7.5'x 12' spans). In order to operate heavier equipment on the floor slab, it needs to be...
I just reviewed a design in which a 54' long steel plate girder with tapering ends is used to support a lightweight roof, (14 Guage, corrugated type metal arch, span of 33' with 3' overhangs). The design for the connection to a 12x12 reinforced conc column is a simple support connection with...
I have a project in which a client wants to cut an opening in a concrete wall between two existing structures. The wall supports second floor and roof structures, so it carries a pretty good load. The plan is to place a steel support beam in the opening(s), however, I am looking for...
