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Looks like it was under construction.
Brian C Potter, PE
Looks like it was under construction.
Brian C Potter, PE
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Collapse at Texas A&M Equestrian Center
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It appears that the structure which collapsed while under construction was just one of a number of similar structures on the site. Many had been clad.
The most common reason for collapse of these rigid frame steel buildings while under construction is failure to install the bracing in the roof and longitudinal walls soon enough.
Early days, but it is difficult to say from the photos how much diagonal bracing was present. In fact, may be just my old eyes, but I can't see diagonal bracing going to ground in the completed buildings.
The most common reason for collapse of these rigid frame steel buildings while under construction is failure to install the bracing in the roof and longitudinal walls soon enough.
Early days, but it is difficult to say from the photos how much diagonal bracing was present. In fact, may be just my old eyes, but I can't see diagonal bracing going to ground in the completed buildings.
Some more photos. Would be interesting to hear how these buildings are supposed to resist wind loading parallel to the ridge when completed.
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