Addressing Erection Feasibility While Detailing

The Issue:

• According to the design, the bottom angle (as shown in the below design) is welded to the truss chord and top angle is welded to another frame.
• However, this creates a challenge when it comes to erecting the top angle, since both top and bottom angles need to be bolted together.
• The all-around weld on the bottom angle complicates the positioning of the top angle, as the weld at the top obstructs proper placement.

How did we resolve the issue?

Ensure that no weld is applied at the top of the bottom angle. This makes it easier to  position the top angle during erection.If the welding had already been completed, you could grind the weld at the top of the bottom angle. This would afford enough clearance for the top angle to be fitted.