Jan 16, 2020 #1 TerryThompson Petroleum Feb 4, 2003 8 For large diameter tanks with intermediate rafters, should they be fixed at the girder or allowed to move?
For large diameter tanks with intermediate rafters, should they be fixed at the girder or allowed to move?
Jan 21, 2020 #2 JStephen Mechanical Aug 25, 2004 8,700 It can be done either way. Settlement in the columns can load roof rafters in compression if they are fixed. Stability of the structure can come into question if nothing is fixed up there. Upvote 0 Downvote
It can be done either way. Settlement in the columns can load roof rafters in compression if they are fixed. Stability of the structure can come into question if nothing is fixed up there.
Jan 22, 2020 #3 HTURKAK Structural Jul 22, 2017 3,210 For the outer row , the rafter clips shall be welded to tank wall. Other supports (on the girders) can be sliding support for cone roofs.. Upvote 0 Downvote
For the outer row , the rafter clips shall be welded to tank wall. Other supports (on the girders) can be sliding support for cone roofs..
