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03.D - Beam Bears on Pilaster

Beam Bears on Pilaster

Beam is connected to top of pilaster using a bearing plate with knife or side plates or proprietary connector. Positive attachment between beam and knife or side plates achieved using dowel-type fasteners. Bearing plate is connected to pilaster with anchor rods or post-installed anchors. Grout below bearing plate provided to accommodate for variation in construction tolerances for different materials.

Purpose: Transfer of vertical loads from beam to pilaster.

Design Notes

  • Capacity of connection is dependent on perpendicular-to-grain capacity of beam.
  • Proprietary bases embedded in pilaster may be used to support beam. Embedded connectors may have lower construction tolerance. Potential suppliers include Simpson Strong-Tie.
  • Deck not shown for clarity. Beam may require bracing for lateral-torsional buckling.
Class
Class 2
Load
Load High
Cost
Cost $$
Const.
Constructability Easy
Fire
Fire Rating III

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Beam Bears on Pilaster

Beam is connected to top of pilaster using a bearing plate with knife or side plates or proprietary connector. Positive attachment between beam and knife or side plates achieved using dowel-type fasteners. Bearing plate is connected to pilaster with anchor rods or post-installed anchors. Grout below bearing plate provided to accommodate for variation in construction tolerances for different materials.
03.D - Beam Bears on Pilaster