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RE: Difference between upturn and drop down beam

Posted By Gary Boyd 08-28-2017 12:58 PM
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Assuming you are talking about residential construction, an "upturn" beam is typically used in the ceiling of a top floor where the top of the beam extends into an attic, and a "drop beam" is used in the ceiling over a garage or anywhere that the bottom of the beam does not extend into a usable area. ...

Allowable deflection of brick veneer

Posted By Gary Boyd 06-23-2017 04:38 PM
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All codes seem to limit the deflection of brick veneer supported by lintels to L/600. Would this deflection limit also apply to a foundation supporting brick veneer? ------------------------------ Gary Boyd P.E., M.ASCE President Boyd Engineering Inc Magnolia TX ---------------------------- ...