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Replace TS member with welded plate

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1437n6

1437n6

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What are the implications from switching from a Tube Steel member, and using steel plate to build the section as a weldment assembly (other than the lower yield stress).
 
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For starters:

Higher Cost of fabrication.

Weld quality.

Appearance.



Mike McCann
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