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How far can bar joists span?

How far can bar joists span?

deep joist has a maximum Span = 40 ft. between panel points from uniform loads.

How deep is a 12K1 joist?

K-Series Joist Data

10K1
12K1
Depth (in.) 12
Approx. Wt. (lbs.) 5.0
14K1 14K6

What are K series joists?

K-Series joists are designed for use typically with lighter loads and are most common in roof design. K-Series Joists are used typically where shorter span conditions are required.

How big are the K series bar joists?

K Series joists range in depth from 10” to 30” and can span up to 60’. These welded-steel products are used to support a building’s roof and floors. They are custom engineered to suit the design of each building. In addition to traditional designs, we produce bowstring, arched, scissor, double-pitched, and single-pitched K joists.

What are the substitutes for KCS joists?

SUBSTITUTES KCS JOISTS TOP CHORD EXT., K-SERIES JOIST LRFD TABLES LOAD GIRDER LRFD WEIGHT TABLES JOIST ASD LOAD TABLES GIRDER ASD WEIGHT TABLES SJI STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS SJI CODE OF STAND. PRACTICE FIRE RESIST.

When did the Steel Joist Institute change their load table?

FOR TOP CHORD EXTENSIONS (S TYPE) and (R TYPE) Based on a 50 ksi Maximum Yield Strength ASD Load Table adopted by the Steel Joist Institute November 15, 1989 LRFD Load Table adopted by the Steel Joist Institute May 1, 2000 Revised to May 18, 2010 – Effective December 31, 2010

Where can I get steel bar joists made?

Every open web steel joist that we supply is manufactured to exact specifications by Steel Joist Institute (SJI) members, which means that you can be assured of the highest quality product. Our products are made with US made steel. When mill certificates are required, we can provide you the material’s physical and chemical properties.