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Roof Design with Special Profile Joists

Speakers:
Ben Pitchford, PE, and Doug Hoffman, PE
Date:
November 9, 2022
Session Details

1.5 PDH / 0.2 IACET CEU

Steel joists and Joist Girders can be used to construct more than just flat roofs. This SEU session will provide engineers with details and design guidance for using special profile steel joists in these situations. Direction will be provided for designing and detailing special profile steel joists, particularly in pitched roofs, curved roofs, and hip roof framing. The speakers will also examine best practices when using special profile steel joists.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the unique considerations for designing and specifying special profile steel joists and Joist Girders with pitched chords, including hip roof framing.
  • Identify the unique considerations for designing and specifying special profile steel joists and Joist Girders with radiused chords.
  • Describe the factors that impact special profile steel joists and Joist Girders.
  • Summarize the general concerns and best practices when using special profile steel joists and Joist Girders.

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