Steel Reinforcing Plate for Masonry
Description
In construction, a flitch plate is a steel plate that is sandwiched between wooden beams to increase the strength of the beam. A flitch plate is useful for reinforcing existing beams, as well as for adding substantial strength to new beams.
Calculation Reference
Timber Construction.
Design of Timber Structures
Flitch Beams
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johndoyle-admin
12 years ago
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