Beam structure

BEAM & GIRDER SYSTEM - large members (girders) span between vertical supports, and smaller members (beams) are framed into them. The girders span the shorter distances while the beams span the longer distances

The tie beam and column foundation section CAD drawing that shows 230mm RCC column, 40mm thick floor finish, and 100mm plain concrete base. Download the Autocad file.

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Raker Beam Structural Supports

There are various types of steel beam connections used in structures. Steel beam connections are categorized into two groups namely framed and seated connections.

This microbrewery building is entirely made of glued laminated timber. This distinctive architecture gives the beams different profiles. The connectors hidden in the wood are therefore adapted to each of the beams. The exterior round glulam columns are reminiscent of ship masts. Photo credit : Stéphane Groleau. Wood Structure: Art Massif

Typical beam and truss of house cad structure details that includes a detailed view of truss details, beam details, beam schedule details, support along, mid support details, dimensions details and much more of structure details.

As steel and concrete fall to the wayside due to their steep environmental costs, glulam architecture is rising to exciting new heights.

Image 17 of 29 from gallery of Filter House / Comte/Meuwly. Courtesy of Comte/Meuwly

This hammer-beam eave detail shows the housing in the post to accept both the rafter and the beam. It uses pegs and screws to hold everything together.