Re: Laminated beams

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Re: Laminated beams

From: info@builderswebsource.com
Category: Structural
Date: 31 May 2000
Time: 20:03:30
Remote Name: 207.82.209.70

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Do you have any estimate of the load that you expect the beam to carry? Is it a roof above? A second floor? In order to properly size a beam, one must understand the location, magnitude, and direction of the loads along the beam. From here, a load calculation can be made and a beam can be sized. Please try to elaborate on the configuration of the structure, as well as specifics of materials, as this impacts the total dead loads. Also, if there any live load aspects to consider, this must be factored in as well. We may be able to make some estimates for you, but only a licensed structural engineer should run the final calculation based on a variety of factors including the existing building configuration, seismic zones, anchoring details, etc.

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