Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations
While the use of austenitic and the high strength duplex stainless steels for structural industrial applications has long been common, there has been a substantial increase in its use for building, infrastructure, memorial and other applications. The creative and problem solving design possibilities of structural stainless steel make it intriguing, but the learning curves associated with a “new” material can seem daunting.
While the new and revised AISC and ASCE/SEI specifications, code of standard practice, and design guide have made the use of structural stainless steel easier, there is so much information to absorb that many firms have designated “experts”.
This presentation will facilitate the process of using structural stainless steel by providing a simplified “check list” and a high level summary of the key specification, fabrication, and erection differences. Case studies will be used illustrate both the reasons for stainless steels use and the process. Attendees will also be directed to key resources for additional information including those from AISC, ASCE and industry associations.
Learning Objectives:
- Discover where stainless steel is being used structurally and the reasons for its selection.
- Review a check list of the key design through erection differences between stainless steel and other structural metals.
- Acquire knowledge about how those differences influence each step of the project from design through erection.
- Learn about the new AISC and SEI/ASCE 8 specifications, code and design guide; industry fabrication and erection resources; and other tools for successful design and project management.
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