Bracing Design and Initial Misalignment
The bracing force, Pb, required to stabilize a laterally unsupported member is a function of several factors including the initial out-of-straightness or misalignment at the brace point, ΔO, and the displacement of the bracing system, Δb, according to S16-14 Clause 9.2.6.2:
Congratulations to all the top ranked teams in the 2016 CSCE-CISC Canadian National Steel Bridge Competition!
The CISC is proud to have been a host and judge for this landmark competition promoting engineering excellence in Canada...
CISC Ontario Region Members & Associates visit Queen’s Park on May 18 to urge action on key issues.
CISC Ontario Region Members & Associates are meeting parliamentarians at Queen's Park today to urge immediate action on prompt payment, free and fair trade and local procurement.
A Useful Engineering Tool to Quickly Calculate the Compressive Resistance of Compression Members
One of the many hidden gems within the CISC’s Handbook of Steel Construction is the Unit Factored Compressive Resistances, Cr/A tables in Part 4. These tables provide a quick and [...]
STEEL DAY is September 16, 2016
SteelDay is an annual, national event that showcases the versatility, performance and sustainability of steel and its various innovative applications. Consultants can earn valuable Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for eligible [...]