Metal Building Systems. Third Edition: Design and Specifications

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The most complete up-to-date metal building systems guide

Fully revised for the latest building codes and industry trends Metal Building Systems Third Edition explains how to select specify and design preengineered buildings with confidence. In this book a practicing structural engineer goes beyond manufacturer-supplied specifications to provide impartial and objective information that can save you money and time.A new chapter on anchor bolts and embedments many new illustrations plus new and updated design examples are included in this practical reference. End-of-chapter review questions reinforce the material presented. Thisis an essential resource for architects engineers construction specifiers design professionals facility managers building officials and contractors working with metal building systems.COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE INCLUDES:Structural loads and design methodsStructural system selection criteriaPrimary framingSecondary framing: girts and purlinsMetal roofingWall materialsInsulationThe process of buying a metal buildingCommon problems and failuresLateral drift and vertical deflectionsFoundation designAnchor bolts and embedmentsCurrent design trendsReroofing and renovationsSpecifying crane buildingsAvoiding construction problems

Hardcover: 609 pages

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education; 3 edition (August 26 2014)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0071828966

ISBN-13: 978-0071828963

Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 1.4 x 9.5 inches

Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds