Apprentice Training, structural & framing

Structural Steel Column Splice with Flange & Web Plates

W14x120 to W14x90 column transition, 1/2 in flange splice plates, web splice plates, filler shims, 7/8 in A490 TC bolts

W14x22 floor girder, 6x4x1/2 in seat angle 1/2 in flange splice plates, web splice plates, filler shims, 7/8 in A490 TC bolts W10x33 beam, 3/8 in gusset plate, paired HSS 4x4 braces

Time: 3 h
People: Two
Level

Before you start

Clear 3.5 × 2 m of floor and lay out the parts.
12 parts and 28 fasteners in 7 steps.
You'll want a claw hammer and a spanners and a tape measure and a marker and a spirit level.
Never remove the crane hoisting line until at least two bolts per flange connection are fully pinned or snugged.
Inspect bolt threads and washers to ensure hardened washers are placed under the turned element per RCSC specification.

Apprentice Training & Risk NoticeEducational training demonstration only. Risk: Real-world structural lumber sizing, spans, and fastener schedules carry legal liability and must comply with local building codes (IRC/IBC/OSHA) and certified engineering.

Apprentice Training, structural & framing

Structural Steel Column Splice with Flange & Web Plates

W14x120 to W14x90 column transition, 1/2 in flange splice plates, web splice plates, filler shims, 7/8 in A490 TC bolts

W14x22 floor girder, 6x4x1/2 in seat angle 1/2 in flange splice plates, web splice plates, filler shims, 7/8 in A490 TC bolts W10x33 beam, 3/8 in gusset plate, paired HSS 4x4 braces

Time: 3 h
People: Two
Level

Before you start

Clear 3.5 × 2 m of floor and lay out the parts.
12 parts and 28 fasteners in 7 steps.
You'll want a claw hammer and a spanners and a tape measure and a marker and a spirit level.
Never remove the crane hoisting line until at least two bolts per flange connection are fully pinned or snugged.
Inspect bolt threads and washers to ensure hardened washers are placed under the turned element per RCSC specification.