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Mr. Stephan Demers, P.E., M.ASCE


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RE: Server Racks - Dead or Live Load?

Posted By Stephan Demers 03-20-2024 01:29 PM
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Thanks Christian for the response. In regards to IEBC triggers for reanalysis, it shouldn't change if the load is classified as dead load or live load. For example: if you design for 2000lb racks - the 5% IEBC triggers means you can put in 2100lb racks without reanalysis - whether the rack is live or ...

RE: Server Racks - Dead or Live Load?

Posted By Stephan Demers 02-29-2024 05:11 PM
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Ronald, thank you for the response. Agreed that if those unknowns exist then live load is the appropriate classification. For data center projects, SEs work closely with the owner to establish the loading criteria since ASCE7 does not provide a prescribed load for server racks. Specifically, projects ...

RE: Server Racks - Dead or Live Load?

Posted By Stephan Demers 02-27-2024 03:58 PM
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Thank you Alex for the response. Is there anyone else from ASCE that can provide a response to my two questions above?

Server Racks - Dead or Live Load?

Posted By Stephan Demers 02-07-2024 09:09 PM
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Hi, I have a question regarding classifying server racks (in a data center or office building) as dead load or live load. After a rack is in place, it is typically lifted off of its caster wheels onto 4 leveling legs, anchored as needed in seismic zones, and left in place for at least 3 years. Are there ...