July 8, 2022 12:00 am
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When it comes to designing structures with planks, there are a few things you’ll need to take into account. Planks come in all sorts of different sizes, thicknesses, and materials. So before you start your project, make sure you take these factors into consideration before designing structures with planks. 1. The Right Type of Planks You first need to consider the type of planks you’ll be using. There are hollow core concrete planks, wet cast, slip form, and extruded. Each one has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. Hollow Core Concrete Planks Hollow-core plank is produced with a series... View Article
June 24, 2022 12:00 am
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Structural engineers design buildings and additional structures to resist a wide range of forces. The types of forces include the mass of the structured content that consists of the structure itself, transient forces from the occupancy of the structure, and environmental forces such as snow, wind, rain, and earthquakes. In the case of steel, there are various causes for structural failure as well as tips for prevention that you can implement. Failure Causes & Prevention When it comes to structural steel design, one limitation of steel is its susceptibility to corrosion when exposed to the high temperatures that normally occur in fires. Steel structures are also... View Article
June 10, 2022 12:00 am
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Are you wondering how to prevent corrosion of structural steel? Preventing corrosion plays a role in the integrity and aesthetics of the structure overall. As an asset owner, you must be able to count on the infrastructure for the future, whether the structural steel supports a commercial building, plant, or bridge. Corrosion is a huge risk to that infrastructure. Preventing Corrosion in Structural Steel Corrosion prevention can be made simple with a few tips and tricks. However, you must first know the role the service environment plays in corrosion protection before you can understand the various methods that will ensure... View Article
May 27, 2022 12:00 am
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A composite beam is made up of various beams, be it structural members (such as concrete or steel) or non-structural elements (such as flooring and paint). Such beams are used to distribute weight and pressure over a larger area than typical beams. A composite beam is a combination of lightweight material, such as plastic, in a structure with more dense material, such as concrete, to give the structure a higher strength-to-weight ratio. To create a composite beam, the designer of the structure can combine a concrete floor with a plastic underside. It allows the floor to be lightweight, while the concrete... View Article
May 11, 2022 12:00 am
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Wood has been the material of choice for residential construction in North America for centuries. Over the last four decades, builders and engineers have had access to types of construction lumber to use in their construction; traditional wood or engineered wood. In most new buildings today, both types of wood are used. When it comes to the floor, we recommend using engineered wood floor joists for your construction. The three primary types of engineered floor joists commonly utilized for floor systems are I-joists, open web trusses, and hybrid joists. Here’s a guide to which type of engineered floor joist you... View Article
