There are two aspects to the design of industrial structures involving framing. One is the material aspect and in this particular discussion we are focused on steel. The other is the tools available for analysis, like the "method of sections" or "Bows Notation" (Robert Henry Bow 1883), which might suggest, on occasions, the use of materials other than steel. In considering the material and sizing of members, the type of section bring used is also significant - circular for example has the best buckling performance while rectangular might be a better match with the construction method. To arrive at a resolved solution, the guidance provided by ASCE and the night school course referred to in this discussion, would be a great basis for achieving what Mr Bow used to refer to as an "economic" solution that is correctly sized and uses appropriate materials.
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Tim Clark, FRAS, R.A., M.ASCE,
President Emeritus RIBA-USA,
Deutsche Bahn Engineering,
Bavaria, Germany.
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-01-2017 18:51
From: Ronald Knott
Subject: Tubular Truss
AISC just started Night School 13 "Design of Industrial Buildings". I sure you would get some useful information. You may also find what you're looking for in AISC Steel Design Guide 3 "Serviceability Design Considerations for Steel Buildings" or AISC Steel Design Guide 7 "Industrial Buildings Roofs to Anchor Rods".
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Ronald Knott M.ASCE
Principal Engr
Jensen Hughes
Fuquay Varina NC
(919)417-1962
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Original Message:
Sent: 01-31-2017 06:32
From: Peter Singh
Subject: Tubular Truss
Hello every body,
I live and work in Nepal and presently am involved in design and construction of industrial and storage buildings. I need help in designing tubular trusses spanning 100' to 150' wide buildings. The design should include wind loads with seismic considerations. If someone could suggest appropriate book on designing steel structures?
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Peter Singh M.ASCE
Managing Director
Kingdom Designers
Birganj
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