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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 …
Fire protection of steelwork
In this first of two technical articles, David Brown of the Steel Construction Institute gives some general background on fire protection and demonstrates how …
AD 510: P281 worked example of beams curved on plan
SCI publication P281 was published in 2001 covering the design of curved steel members, in accordance with BS 5950. It is clear that this guide is still used, …
Design of beams with large web openings
Dr. Siamak Bake of the SCI addresses some of the issues associated with the design of these beams, explains the new Eurocode-based approach proposed by the SCI …
Composite slabs and beams using steel decking: Best practice for design and construction
This long awaited Revised Edition covers the design and construction of composite floors, paying particular attention to the good practice aspects. The major …
AD 299: The Use of Intumescent Coatings for the Fire Protection of Beams with Circular Web Openings
In December 2003, SCI issued a report, RT983, Interim guidance on the use of intumescent coatings for the fire protection of beams with web openings and an …
Quicon® design guide to BS 5950-1
Quicon® is a new type of simple connection for steel beams in buildings. It offers significant potential savings in the time taken to erect a steel framed …