Bridging is commonly used to tie purlins together, and while structural engineers specify the type of bridging in the design, it’s up to the detailer to adapt it based on the purlin arrangement. In this blog, I’ll share how we handled a bridging connection scenario involving a concrete wall.
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Typically, bridging is tied to steel beams at one end. However, for this project, the client requested that the bridging be tied to a concrete wall instead, as there was no direct steel connection point available.
To meet the client’s request, we designed an additional support system:
Equal Angle Support: An equal angle was anchored to the concrete wall using chemset bolts.
Welded Plate: A plate was welded on top of the angle to serve as the connection point for the bridging.
Bridging connections require careful consideration, especially when working with non-steel elements like concrete walls.
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