AD 528: Lateral restraint forces for beams

SCI’s Advisory Desk has received queries from designers as to what restraint forces should be used to restrain the compression flange of a beam. This AD Note compares the lateral restraint force requirements for BS EN 1993-1-1 and BS 5950-1.

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