Original Design, all wood members, 72’ roof span (6:12 slope): 20’ monoslope truss from brg wall to girder truss, 32’ gable truss girder to girder, 20’ monoslope truss from girder to brg wall. Girder truss designs have been verified and total span is 80’. The 72’x80’ area is clear spanned in...
I’m looking for feedback on the analysis/common practices for reinforcing an existing W-flange beam. I’ reviewing an existing W-flange beam supporting some mechanical equipment. The owner wants to add equipment to the beam doubling the load on the existing beam and over stressing the beam. I...
