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BY JOE DARDIS Steel truss outrigger systems are an efficient structural response to increased urbanization and the resulting bigger (and hopefully better) buildings.
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Rise Up BY ERLEEN HATFIELD, SE, PE, MOHAMMED HAQUE, PE, AND YASMIN REHMANJEE, S E, PE
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Once you have signed a contract with a “bet the company clause,” any dispute you enter b ecomes a sal vage operat ion— and even the best and most creative construction lawyer may not be able to undo what you have signed.
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THE STEEL INDUSTRY LOST ONE OF ITS GIANTS LAST MONTH. While we often metaphorically state that someone “wrote the book” on a subject, in the case of Omer Blodgett and structural welding, we mean it literally. His book Design of Welded Structures is the definitive work on the subject—and for more than 50 years, Omer was the first and last word on structural welding.
Sadly, Omer passed away on January 11 at the age of 99. When I first started at AISC nearly three decades ago, Omer was an active contributor and commentator for Modern Steel and Engineering Journal and a frequent speaker at the Steel Conference. And even though he was the nation’s leading expert on structural welding, I’ll always remember how humble he was. When he called, he never expected anyone to know him; he was just a welder from Minnesota. So every phone call began the same: “This is Omer Blodgett. I’m with The Lincoln Electric Company.” In an article about mentoring published in Welding Innovation, Duane Miller, Omer’s mentee and successor at Lincoln, remembered the remarkable advice he gave him over the years: ➤ Provide a path for the load to be transferred to a member that lies parallel ➤ Don’t over-weld ➤ Don’t design with your heart ➤ Remember what you are designing for ➤ Listen to the welder Many of these same lessons were presented in a podcast he participated in just a few years ago (you can listen to Omer by visiting www.aisc.org/podcasts) and again in a Modern Steel article, “Blodgett’s Treasures,” February 2013). I think anyone who has been in the steel industry long enough has an Omer Blodgett story. “When my partner and I started STS Steel 33 years ago in a rented 7,000-sq.-ft warehouse, our one piece of equipment was a used Lincoln welder,” reminisced Jim Stori, former chair of AISC. “When we ran into a weld 6 MARCH 2017
cracking problem on some tricky triangular (three-pipe chord) trusses a decade later, it was Omer we turned to. He then taught us about carbon equivalents and the corresponding preheats. But more than any particular discussion or problem Omer helped us to solve, I think of him for his down-to-earth lectures.” Humility is a common thread in any discussion of Omer. “Most structural engineers think of Omer as an icon in the field of structural engineering,” explained Jim Fisher, former chair of AISC’s Specification Committee and vice president emeritus at Computerized Structural Design. “The amazing fact is that most do not realize that Omer was not educated as a structural engineer. He studied mechanical engineering and metallurgy. He is, however, a truly gifted engineer, and his contributions to the AISC Specification are invaluable. In 1983, Omer received the T.R. Higgins Lectureship Award, one of the highest honors given by AISC to individuals who have contributed to the structural steel industry. I was excited to be in the audience to see him accept the award, and to hear his lecture. The most memorable part of the event was his acceptance speech. I could not believe how such an icon could be so humble in his accomplishments. This is something we should all emulate.” Although Omer has been retired for more than a decade, his work will always live on.
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Tension-Only OCBFs, Revisited Page 5-77 of the 2nd Edition of the AISC Seismic Design Manual has an example of a tension-only ordinary concentric braced frame (OCBF) and states that the braces must satisfy the requirements for moderately ductile members. However, the June 2013 Steel Interchange addressed a question regarding b / t ratios for a cable. Part of that answer states the width-thickness limits are for "compression" elements. This answer makes sense. If designing a tensiononly system, it would seem that a smaller angle with less compression capacity, that may not meet the moderately ductile requirements, would perform better. The November 2015 Steel Interchange also indicates that Table D1.1 is only intended for compression elements, as the table’s title suggests. Is the example in the Seismic Design Manual incorrect in stating that braces in a tension only system must meet the requirements for a moderately ductile element? (Both Steel Interchanges are available at www.modernsteel.com .) No. The design example is correct. The 2010 Specification contains no exception, so all braces in a OCBF must “satisfy the requirements of Section D1.1 for moderately ductile members” as stated in the example. However, the 2016 Seismic Provisions will state that for tension-only OCBFs, “Braces shall satisfy the requirements of Section D1.1 for moderately ductile members. Exception: Braces in tension-only frames with slenderness ratios greater than 200 need not comply with this requirement." In response to a number of questions about tension-only bracing, let's review the Seismic Provisions , the design example and the two Steel Interchange answers you cite as they relate to this topic. At the Steel Solutions Center, rather than simply providing yes or no answers, we try to shed some light on the technical basis for the provisions we cite and the conclusions we draw. The answers provided in each Steel Interchange are related to specific conditions. However, the background we provide is often related to more general structural principles. When interpreting our responses, both the specific situation and the general concepts should be considered. The statements made in the 2013 and 2015 Steel Interchanges are correct. They are summarized in the following lists: Summary of the 2013 Steel Interchange (related to cable bracing): ➤ The width-thickne ss li mits are for “compression” elements. ➤ The term “by design” can be taken to mean “it may be assumed” in the design. Therefore, it may be assumed that there are no compression elements in a tensiononly system. In such cases the width-thickness limits would not apply.
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However, it should be recognized that the braces may see some compression. ➤ If they are so slender that they buckle elastically, their compression capacity would be very small if it was accounted for and the width-thickness limits would make little difference in the performance of the system. In other words, if you assume there are no elements subjected to compression, and the actual conditions are consistent with this assumption, then neglecting the widththickness limits is reasonable. Summary of the 2015 Steel Interchange (tension-only bracing in OCBF): ➤ Tension-only bracing is permitted in OCBFs. ➤ Local buckling does not apply to a rod. ➤ Th e Manual provides guidance that should be considered by engineers. It should be noted that simply assuming that the system is tension-only may not be sufficient to ensure proper behavior. Designing the braces as tension-only involves an assumption that the braces see only tension, but the engineer must also have some reasonable expectation that the braces will see only negligible compression. A cable will certainly have negligible strength and stiffness in compression. Other sections may not. Your assertion that a smaller angle with less compression capacity, that may not meet the moderately ductile requirements, would perform as well if not better than a stouter section has some merit. However, members that can resist whatever compression is applied to them without local buckling are deemed to be acceptable as well. Ultimately, for the 2016 Seismic Provisions , the committee concluded that meeting the moderately ductile width-to-thickness limits was not necessary for braces with high slenderness. Both the assumed and actual or expected behavior must be considered. The approach of the committee has continued to evolve and reflects this. The 2005, 2010 and 2016 editions of the Seismic Provisions all allow tension-only OCBFs. All three editions permit the use of slender angles, plate and cable bracing as tensiononly braces. It is advisable to use braces that have little compression capacity in tension-only braced frames, but it should be recognized that issues can occur when the braces are extremely slender. The 2016 Seismic Provisions may allow the use of lighter and more slender-angle tension-only brace members than were permitted under previous editions. Though there are some differences and subtleti es, all editions of the Seismic Provisions , the Manual design example and both Steel Interchanges are all correct and based on the same basic underlying principles. Larry S. Muir, PE ➤
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steel interchange HSS Beams on Stiffened Seats An HSS beam bears on a stiffened seat at its end. Can Specification Equations K1-9 and K1-11 be used to determine the strength of the HSS sidewalls/web? For typical cases, the answer is no. Equations K1-9 and K1-11 assume that the chord (the HSS member) runs through the joint, as illustrated in the figure that accompanies these equations in the Specification. Therefore, these equations cannot be used at the unreinforced ends of HSS members. You have a few options: 1. You could provide a cap plate at the end of the HSS and use the Chapter K equations. New language in the Commentary to the 2016 Specification will indicate that the where a cap plate is used the Chapter K equations can be conservatively applied at/near the ends of HSS members. 2. You could provide a cap plate and assume the load is delivered to the cap plate and then transferred to the HSS through the welds of the cap plate to the sidewalls. This would eliminate the need to check the limit states in Chapter K. 3. You could recognize that equations K1-9 and K1-11 are based on equations J10-3 and J10-8 and modified to account for the two HSS walls instead of the single web assumed in Chapter J. With this in mind, you could simply apply the Chapter J checks and adjust for the two walls. This approach is probably the most consist ent with the typical design of seated connections supporting wide-flange beams We have made several changes to the 2016 Specification and its commentary to try to clarify the relationship between the checks in Section J10 and those in Chapter K. Larry S. Muir, PE
Skewed Single-Plate Shear Connections The July 2012 SteelWise article “Designing Welds for Skewed Shear Tabs” (available at www.modernsteel.com ) discourages the use of single-sided PJP groove or fillet welds but provides no reason for this. What is the basis for this advice? There is no prohibition against the use of single-sided PJP groove or fillet welds for single-plate shear connections in either the Specification or the Manual . The Commentary to the Specification does, however, contain similar advice. The Commentary to Section J2.1b states: “The use of single-sided PJP groove welds in joints subject to rotation about the toe of the weld is discouraged” and the Commentary to Section J2.2b states: “The use of single-sided fillet welds in joints subject to rotation around the toe of the weld is discouraged.” The concern is that the rotation about the toe of the weld will
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subject the weld to torsion about its longitudinal axis, which will tend to place a lot of demand on the root of the weld. Such loading is not addressed in the Specification. A single-plate shear connection is subjected primarily to shear as the name suggests, but a moment can exist and is accounted for in the design of the weld. This moment may cause rotation around the toe of the weld, so it is suggested in the article that engineers should “avoid single-sided fillet and PJP groove welds for shear tabs.” In many cases, it could be argued that a floor slab running over the top of a beam will likely prevent such rotation about the toe of the weld. Even without the concern related to rotation about the toe of the weld, the use of single-sided fillet and PJP groove welds may present other challenges. A single-sided fillet weld will likely be made on the obtuse side, which increases the amount of weld metal. Trying to satisfy the 5 ⁄ 8 t p recommended weld size might require a fairly large fillet weld. Also, weld distortion might be an issue due not only to the amount of heat input from placing a large weld, but also to not having a weld on the opposite side to counteract the effects of weld shrinkage. Larger welds, of course, also require more weld passes (see Table 8-12 in the Manual ) so a single sided-weld may not be the most economical solution. Of course, there may be situations where, despite all of the considerations above, a single-sided fillet or PJP groove weld may still be the best or even the only available option. Care should be taken when using single-sided welds on skewed single-sided shear connections. Carlo Lini, PE
The complete collection of Steel Interchange questions and answers is available online. Find questions and answers related to just about any topic by using our full-text search capability. Visit Steel Interchange online at www.modernsteel.com.
Larry Muir is director of technical assistance and Carlo Lini is staff engineer—technical assistance, both with AISC.
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Steel Quiz made its �rst appearance in the November 1995 issue of Modern Steel Construction. This month’s Quiz takes a look at some of the best questions from 2003.
1 What is the difference between structural steel and
8 There is a standard dynamic test in which a notched
other steel, iron or metal items?
specimen is struck and broken by a single blow in a specially designed testing machine. The measured test values may be the energy absorbed, the percentage shear fracture, the lateral expansion opposite the notch or a combination thereof. Which test is this? a. Charpy V-notch impact test b. Drop-weight test c. Pendulum fracture test d. Magnetic particle test
2 True or False: Restraint against longitudinal rotation is
required at beam or girder supports. 3 Which of the following statements are incorrect? Web
crippling is: a. caused by compressive forces only b. caused by compressive and tensile forces c. not affected by location of applied concentrated forces d. affected by location of applied concentrated force
9 A section that can develop the yield stress in
compression elements before local buckling occurs but will not resist inelastic local buckling at strain levels required for a fully plastic stress distribution is called a: a. Slender section b. Non-compact section c. Compact section d. Super-compact section
4 True or False: Doubler plates can be fillet welded to
column flanges. 5 True or False: A “mil” is a common measure for paint
and coating thickness. 6 What is web sidesway buckling? 7 What was one of the first high-strength steels used
in 1915 in the Metropolis Bridge (Illinois) and later in portions of the Golden Gate Bridge? T R A I N I N G
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1 Section 2.1 of the AISC Code of Standard Practice
6 A limit state in a flexural member whereby the
contains a definition and detailed list of items that are elements of the structural frame and are classified as structural steel. Section 2.2 lists other steel, iron or metal items. The general distinction is that items normally made and provided by a steel fabricator are listed in Section 2.1. Otherwise, the item appears in Section 2.2 and may be furnished by the fabricator only if specifically contracted to do so.
compression flange is braced at a concentrated load and the web is squeezed into compression. This results in the tension flange buckling. Please refer to Section J10.4 in the AISC Specification for the web design strength. For an illustration of this interesting limit state, refer to Commentary Section J10.4
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True, unless it can be shown by analysis that the restraint is not required. This provision can be found in Section B3.4 of the 2016 AISC Specification (Section B3.6 in the 2010 AISC Specification).
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True. When fillet-welded edge details are used, the actual thickness of the doubler plate is adjusted to allow for proper beveling of the plate to clear the column flange-to-web fillet. Refer to Section 4.4 of AISC Design Guide 13: Stiffening of Wide-Flange Columns at Moment Connections: Wind and Seismic Applications . True. A mil is equivalent to 1/1000 in.
7 ASTM A94, also historically known as silicon steel. During retrofits, one can find mention of silicon steel in old structural design drawings. One of the first high-strength steels, silicon steel had a yield strength of 45 ksi and a tensile strength of 80–95 ksi. It typically was used in steel bridges and incorporated into the lower portions of built-up columns in buildings back in the 1910s and 1920s. For information regarding historical materials, shapes and specification design values, refer to AISC Design Guide 15: AISC Rehabilitation and Retrofit Guide.
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Steel truss outrigger systems are an ef�cient structural response to increased urbanization and the resulting bigger (and hopefully better) buildings.
THE EFFECTS OF URBANIZATION have given rise to new, more robust skylines across the country. In the �rst decade of the 21st century, urban population growth outpaced overall national growth by 2.4%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. How are cities accommodating this higher population density? By building bigger. Since 2002, square footage per project has increased by more than 90%, which translates to taller buildings and larger �oorplates. As high-rises and other urban buildings continue to grow in height and exterior surface area, demands on their lateral systems are increasing signi�cantly. One method for meeting these demands is to incorporate a steel truss outrigger system, which is highly effective in reducing drift, faster to erect than core-only solutions and adjustable in terms of height. While this approach isn’t new, today’s higher-strength materials and fabrication and erection technologies make it a more ef�cient option than ever. In a steel truss outrigger system, the trusses extend from a steel braced frame core to columns located typically at the exterior of a building. The axial strength and stiffness of the exterior columns are mobilized by the truss, which restrains rotation of the core and converts part of the moment in the core into a vertical couple at the columns. In other words, when the core tries to bend, the truss(es) act as lever arms that directly transfer axial forces into the perimeter columns. The columns then act as struts to resist the lateral de�ection of the core. Following this design philosophy, the increased stiffness provided by the outrigger system will result in a drastic reduction of lateral de�ection (drift)—a reduction that can pay huge dividends. As buildings get taller, the sizes of the lateral members must increase, primarily to control drift. Since the outrigger system is so effective in drift reduction, the designer gains the ability to reduce tonnage in the lateral columns and braces throughout the height of the building, while only adding comparatively less tonnage in the trusses.
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belt trusses in taller buildings. Additionally, the height of the trusses can be single-story or extend to multiple levels, depending on bay geometry, �oor height and whatever makes the most sense in order to fully engage the outriggers. In determining where in the building to place the hat and belt trusses, the design team has the opportunity to be creative and experimental. For starters, hat and belt trusses aren’t necessarily both required for an optimized design. One hat truss or one belt truss, a combination of the two or multiple belt trusses at different heights are all possible solutions. Building height, geometry, magnitude of lateral loading and architectural layout should all be considered in order to locate and maximize the effectiveness of the outrigger trusses and provide architectural freedom of expression. The magnitude of the over all drift reduction will be a function of the number of trusses, truss depth and their location(s) in plan and height. Generally, when using a hat truss only, overall drift can be reduced by about 50%. If a single truss is used at around halfway up the building, overall drift reduction increases to roughly 60%. Additional trusses will result in additional reductions in drift, with the percentage of reduction decreasing by around half of the reduction provided by the previous truss. When trying to determine the optimal height placement of an n-truss building, a good rule-of-thumb calculation is to place trusses at the 1/(n+1), 2/(n +1), up to the n /( n+1) height location. It is good practice to first determine what your drift is without the outrigger trusses and then determine the fractional amount of drift that needs to be decreased. Trusses can be
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Location, Location, Location The terms hat and belt truss are typically used to describe outrigger trusses at certain heights of a building. A hat truss is typically placed at the highest level, while a belt truss (typically used as a “virtual outrigger”) is typically placed anywhere from one-third to two-thirds of the way up the building height; sometimes, hat trusses may be combined with one or multiple Modern
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A virtual outrigger system incorporating a hat truss and a belt truss.
added incrementally until the drift requirement is satisfied, Don’t like that? Try this! at which point the designer can go back and start reducing Steel is adaptable, and in the absence of a mechanical level member sizes outside of the t russ zone. Additionally, virtual or an ideal layout for a conventional outrigger system, a virtual work optimization techniques are often useful in guiding outrigger can be a great solution. In a virtual outrigger system, the engineer on how to most efficiently distribute loads and the trusses are not directly connected to the core, yet the same optimize member sizes. concept of moment transfer from the core to ele ments outboard One common practice is to locate the outrigger trusses at of the core still applies. Floor diaphragms are used to transfer the mechanical level(s) of the building. As mechanical levels moment in the form of a horizontal couple from the core to the typically don’t require the unobstructed space that an of�ce trusses. The trusses then convert the horizontal couple into a or apartment �oor plan would, trusses can span across the vertical couple in columns outboard of the core. entire �oor plate without disruption. In addition, mechani With a steel braced frame core, transfer of forces between cal levels are often double-height spaces and therefore can the core and the �oors can be achieved through shear studs on accommodate a deeper truss. Another alternative is to align horizontal frame members. As many modern-day buildings use corridor walls with the trusses. Early coordination between slimmer �oor slabs that may not be as stiff, the designer may the architect, engineer and other relevant parties can allow also want to consider using horizontal bracing beneath the �oor the design team to align door openings under braces. The to transfer the load. This would prevent stiffening of the slab at trusses can be hidden from view and still provide total func- particular levels and irregularity i n �oor construction. tionality to the space. Regardless of the approach taken, early Virtual outriggers also have greater �exibility in location. collaboration will surely provide for a more optimized and Since a conventional outrigger is typically located at a mechanieconomical solution. cal level, it is not necessarily in a position to completely opti18 MARCH 2017
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Wilshire Grand, L.A.’s tallest building, incorporates an outrigger system using a belt truss (though not a braced core). You can read about the project in “West Coast Boast” in the February issue, available at www.modernsteel.com.
mize its stiffening potential. A virtual outrigger is typically not subject to these same constraints and therefore can be placed at the height of maximum effectiveness. Since a virtual outrigger does not typically produce as large of a stiffness increase as a conventional outrigger does, maximizing location effectiveness can help offset this. C o u r t e s y o f G e r a r d N i e b l a s
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steelwise torsional-stiffness. (If your building model animation has ever looked like it is taking an aerobics class when subjected to wind load, then you may be familiar with this problem.) Incorporating an outrigger system, particularly at the perimeter, can provide a signi�cant increase in torsional stiffness and reduce some of that twisting and turning. Outriggers can also be helpful when progressive collapse needs to be considered for a project. If there is a need to analyze the effect of the sudden loss of a local member, outriggers can provide alternate load paths. In cases where perimeter columns are engaged by belt trusses, loads from �oors above a failed perimeter column could be supported by the upper column, acting in tension, and then be transferred through upper belt trusses to adjacent columns. In another case, loads from �oors above a failed core column could be shared by perimeter members through outriggers. Finally, big steel outriggers look cool! Designing an outrigger system at a building’s perimeter has been used as a form of artistic expression by many architects. If you have big muscles, why not show them off? The high-rises of today and tomorrow will require increasingly stronger bracing, and steel truss outriggers are a great option. Knowing the advantages of these systems and how to get the most out of them will ensure that the sky ■ is the limit on your next project.
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SET UP YOUR TECH PROFESSIONALS TO SUCCEED BY ANNE SCARLETT
AS AEC BUSINESS DEVELOPERS, we go to great lengths to as one another’s rock during the tough times. Inquiring (and �ll our �rms’ pipelines with long-term, robust clients. listening with empathy!) about their in-progress project chalBecause this is a daunting task, we often hope that the entire lenges—however minute or grand—may be more worthwhile �rm will jump on the “Everyone sells!” bandwagon. Yet there than you realize. are days when it feels like we’re alone—as if our internal col Avoid gene ralizing. It’s unwise to place all technical staff leagues are impatiently waiting for us to produce more business. in one bucket. Actually, it’s not even fair to sub-categorize While we recognize that our technical staff have their own (architects as academic dreamers, interior designers as elepressures—billable hour quotas, client interface, successful gant yet edgy and engineers—the whole lot of ‘em!—as proproject delivery, the works—when cess-oriented and precise.) We it comes to “sales,” we implore them all are guilty of this generalizing. to share some of the responsibility. The best approach is to select The �rst step, perhaps, is to build Acknowledge everyone individuals that exhibit strong empathy and manage expectations. people skills, regardless of their technical background. who contributed, big or small, Empathy and Expectations Keep in mind that many techCross-educate. When you �rst nical staff view business developto an effort. began your business development ment as a secondary (or lower) role, did you come from a technipriority relative to their primary cal background? Whether you did responsibilities. So in addition to or didn’t, you surely experienced a learning curve to become creating a stronger bond with the technical staff, it’s important highly versed with the �rm’s service offerings and project that you understand their key motivators. details. Was there a formal process in place for you to tour projects, review drawings and talk with the existing clients? Or were Motivating Technical Staff you left to your own self-education devices, such as perusing The early bird catches the worm. If a technical staff memmarketing cut sheets and hoping you’d be able to talk intel- ber identi�es a legitimate, desirable project lead, then that same ligently about the work? The latter doesn’t sound like a recipe staff member should have �rst dibs to work on the project if it for success, does it? In order to be credible and portray a sin- materializes. While this is unspoken in most �rms, perhaps it cere respect for the work and for the value your �rm brings to should be further underscored as a motivator. clients, you simply must be educated. The same holds true with technical staff. We cannot sign them up for a networking event and then hope that they �gure Anne Scarlett is president of out a way to maximize their time. We cannot buy a table at a Scarlett Consulting, a Chicagoblack-tie fundraiser and hope they will magically schmooze based company specializing in with prospective clients. We cannot tell them to “grow busi- AEC-specific strategic marketing ness with existing clients” without giving them tips and direc- plans, marketing audits and tion on how that can be accomplished. They are smart and coaching. She is also on the adjunct competent; let’s not unwittingly put them into situations faculty of Columbia College of where they feel otherwise. Chicago and DePaul University. Cross-empathize. We struggle. They struggle. We have She can be contacted via her stringent sales goals. They have to deal with headaches such as website, www.annescarlett.com. scope creep and inde�nite project holds. Given that, it’s important for marketing and technical staff to stick together, serving Modern
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Money talks. Add “marketing contributions” as an important line item on performance reviews. Let them see the direct relationship between tangible marketing tactics and a performance raise or bonus. It will make an impact! Ideally, their manager (or, in the case of a senior leader/principal, their peers) will outline some speci�c activities, along with metrics for measurable results.
tunities to expand services with existing clients? And then match up technical people from the two departments (let’s say the high-rise and healthcare groups or the master planning and corporate business units). Provided one of them is reasonably agile with business development, it will be a great growing experience. Alternatively, you can join them if the meeting will involve an appropriate balance between the client side and the service provider side. Providing Resources Take a bigger step; demonstrate your commitment to Speci�c tasks should be accompanied by resources—train- their growth. Continuing education is your best bet if you ing, mentoring, literature, etc.—to support their efforts to want to ramp up your commitment. One key tactic: a series help with marketing. Here are of sales training sessions (but some ideas: only if you also provide follow-up Let them observe �rst. As a coaching on real-life situations to low- or no-pressure experience, make it stick). You can also send Sales visits are exponentially take them to an industry event. the individual back to school for Rather than assigning goals, give an MBA. Or you can match them more successful when you have a them a “Networking 101” over with a mentor who coaches them view, but then tell them that you’re every step of the way. technical person along to boost the perfectly �ne if they want to stick by your side throughout the event. Communicate Openly richness of the conversation. They can watch you as you comFinally, you need to be open fortably network. Make sure to with the technical staff. debrief afterwards. Be transparent about the busi Take ‘em along! Include them ness. Obviously, not all levels of the in prospective client visits. Share the meeting agenda and �rm can be actual decision-makers, but they can be contributors expected outcome, propose tag-team approaches for the con- on some level (focus groups, brainstorming, etc.). Whether you versation and build a friendly rapport with them in advance by are thriving or struggling, in-the-know technical staff members spending time together. Often, this can happen on the ride to are far more vested in the company’s long-term health. the meeting, but you could also plan to have coffee in advance Share success stories step by step. Most �rms in the AEC to warm up. As you know, sales visits are exponentially more industry have regular of�ce gatherings where they announce successful when you have a technical person along to boost the new business wins and future pursuits. In those meetings, they richness of the conversation. might share tidbits about how a client was won. Take this furBe expansive with ways they can contribute to build- ther by truly explaining the steps that led to the win. Acknowling new business. Perhaps you already prepared a laundry list edge everyone who contributed, big or small, to the effort. of marketing and sales activities for the technical professional. Share stories of pitfalls so that they see the selling process is These might include things such as providing results-oriented real and not always rosy. When you put all of the pieces of the project descriptions, speaking with existing clients about their puzzle together in a fun way, the others are sure to glean some favorite industry meetings and resources and collaborating with of the enthusiasm. you to craft a stellar project understanding for a proposal. Since All in all, Jerry Maguire had it right when he pleaded, “Help sales activities are not limited to relationship building and net- me help you.” In your case, though, you want to help them help working, it often helps to begin with steps that are more com- you. You cannot possibly expect technical professionals—many fortable (AKA less scary)! of whom have no formal sales training—to magically execute Set them up to cross-sell. If your �rm is large, then skills that you consider second nature or intuitive. Not all engi you likely have business development counterparts in other neers, detailers and architects are created equal. Empower them departments. Why not brainstorm with those folks on oppor- to help you develop new business. ■
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Atlanta’ Atlan ta’ss soon-to-b soon-to-be-ope e-open, n, steel steel-frame -framed d Mercedes-Ben Merced es-Benzz Stadium, Stadium, home to to the city’s NFL and MLS teams, features an operable roof with a twist.
MERCEDES-BENZ STADIUM in Atlanta has reinvented the retractable roof. The new venue is topped with a retractable roof design that has never been done before. It will house the largest LED video board in all of sports and is on target to become the �rst LEED Platinum stadium in the U.S. The 71,000-seat facility is expandable to 75,000 seats for larger (playoff) football and soccer events and 83,000 for concerts. A Roof Innovation Innovation BuroHappold Engineering worked closely with architect HOK to develop a retractable roof concept that was not only unique, but also provides views of the mammoth 360° “halo” scoreboard from every seat in the house. “From the beginning, [Falcons owner] Arthur Blank set out to redefine the stadium experience,” says Scott Jenkins, general manager of Mercedes-Benz Stadium. “The stunning architecture and complex structure creates an iconic stadium that features a unique eight-petal operable roof and striking façade that provides dramatic vie ws of Atlanta. The sta stadium dium is a rem remark arkable able exa exampl mplee of what can be accomplished through creativity, teamwork and collaboration across all disciplines of the project team.” The stadium stadium’’s retractab retractable le roof roof can open open in 10 minutes minutes or less less by moving eight “petals” that create an eye-catching pinwheel ef-
fect while opening. While the petals appear to spin open, this is an optical illusion: in reality, they move in straight lines to the open position. The eight moving steel-framed petals cantilever from the primary trusses, which are 196 ft to 232 ft long with 40-ft back spans. To keep weight down and provide natural daylight, the petals are clad in more than 120,000 sq. ft of double-skin ETFE (ethylene tetra�uoroethylene) cushions; ETFE is a transparent, in�ated lightweight material that exerts minimal weight on the long cantilever spans. When the petals slide open, the resulting oval-shaped hole spans lengthwise beyond each end zone. Due to the cantilever of the petals, the roof trusses must support both a downward force and an uplift force. The trusses are typically 70 ft deep and are framed with a 12-ft square top chord truss box comprised of four chord members, with the tension chord 58 ft below. The roof structure is framed with four primary trusses that span 723 ft and provide support to the downward force from the cantilevered petals. In addition, secondary trusses support the uplift rails for the moving petals. Both 65-ksi and 50-ksi steel were used, including the newest jumbo shapes (W14×873). The movi moving ng comp componen onents, ts, know known n as as “bo “bogies, gies,” were desi designed gned by Uni-Systems Engineering, and each petal is supported on six uplift bogies and eight gravity bogies that move the petals between 185 ft and 230 ft across the roof. The bogies are powered by eight 7.5hp traction drive wheels per petal that move on the gravity rails. Over 700 tons of rails and rail girders are supported on the roof.
Erleen Hatfield (erleen.hatfield@ burohappold.com) is a partner and the leader of structural engineering in the U.S., Mohammed Haque (mohammed.
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[email protected]) is an associate principal and the project manager for the stadium, all with BuroHappold’s New York office.
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The roof structure is framed with four primary trusses that span 723 ft and provide support to the downward force from the cantilevered cantilever ed petals. Secondary trusses support the uplift rails for the moving petals.
Alternate Delivery Method Method The stru structur ctural al desi design gn team pro provided vided two stee steell mill ord orders, ers, based on Tekla 3D models, to the general contractor—HolderHunt-Russell-Moody, a joint venture—the �rst of which included 65-ksi members and occurred approximately eight months before the architectural construction documents were issued. The second order included 50-ksi steel members and was issued approximately �ve months before the documents were issued. The mill order models allowed the design team to communicate the complex geometry of the roof at almost the push of a button. It also saved time ti me because the steel fabricator, Canam, was able to rely on the model for member properties and geometry, thus eliminating the need for creating a model from scratch. Steel shop drawings were submitted to the design team in a 3D Tekl eklaa mode modell as the of� of�cia ciall mediu medium m for for revie review w, as sta stated ted in the str strucuctural steel speci�cations. This shop drawing process provided a 3D
visual tha visual thatt fac facilit ilitate ated d the mod model el rev review iew pro proces cess—w s—whic hich h was no nott onl onlyy essential to understanding and reviewing the complexities of the structure, but also simpli�ed the review of repetitive components. The 3D model was used extensively throughout throughout the design process, though PDFs derived from the model were used to mar k comments, at Canam’s request. Tekla software was leveraged to create customizable reports so the reviewers could easily extract large quantities of information and export it into int o spreadsheets for clearer and faster interpretation of the steel assemblies within a given submittal. This 3D in-model-review approach saved time and yielded greater accuracy in the review of steel shop drawings. The architects were involved in the 3D review proces processs as well, opening models and commenting on architectural interfaces with the the structure structure during during steel steel submittal submittal review review.. The bene�ts of this delivery method extended beyond submittal review. The model facilitated management of submittal Modern
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The roof, in various stages of opening.
information and was also used for coordination with other trades. Furthermore, Holder-Hunt-Russell-Moody imported the 3D steel fabrication models, with connections included, into Navisworks soft ware to assist in a rigorous BIM coordination process with architectural and MEP systems, which helped solve coordination issues in the of�ce or trailer rather than in the �eld. This approach eliminated paper submittals and helped further drive the project’ss sustainability efforts. project’ Atlanta Falcons
Visit tinyurl.com/pdgdapb to see a video of the project, complete with visuals of the roof opening. One of the more complex connections for the roof framing.
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Greenest Stadium A comprehensi comprehensive ve sustainabil sustainability ity strategy encompassing design, construction and operations has the project on track to become the �rst LEED Platinum stadium in the U.S. The translucent enclosure and operable roof work to minimize energy use for lighting, heating and cooling. Storm water capture, high-ef�ciency plumbing, �xtures, photovoltaic arrays, electric vehicle charging stations and transit connections all contribute to the stadium’s exceptional performance. The many �rsts integrated into the stadium’ss design advanced multiple goals condium’ currently, resulting in a dramatic work of
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The moving roof components are known as “bogies,” and each petal is supported on six uplift bogies and eight gravity bogies that move the petals between 185 ft and 230 ft across the roof.
High-Def Halo The steel roof structure supports a high-definition halo-style video board—the largest in the world—that displays 360° imagery. Supplied by Daktronics, at nearly six stories tall and 1,100 ft in circumference, the board weighs approximately 1,000 tons—a considerable amount to support at the mid-span of the roof trusses. Additionally, 150 tons of rigging loads can be supported simultaneously. The halo will enhance the experience for every fan, whether the roof is open or closed.
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minimized the amount of closure time of local city streets and single location. And when it comes to short-span bridges, their improved traf�c �ow through the entire corridor. The Missouri Department of Transportation’s (MoDOT) movement is generally limited to live load de�ections and the decision to use the design-build procurement method allowed effects of thermal forces. But that’s not always the case. Slide-in bridge construc- the engineer and contractor to work in collaborative environtion (SIBC), which involves constructing a bridge in one spot ment to detail, design and construct the bridges. Along with then moving the entire assembly into place, is suitable for developing the bridge sliding procedures, there were several some projects. In fact, this tactic was recently employed for a distinct structural elements that required close partnership to multi-bridge project on Interstate 70 in Columbia, Mo. Three facilitate the slide as well as address MoDOT’s long-term duof �ve total bridges (replacing six existing bridges) were de- rability requirements. The three I-70 bridges employing the SIBC technique were signed and built off-alignment in a temporary location—two located at the Route 763 (Rangeline), Garth Avenue and Busiof them were used for maintenance of traf�c (MOT) in their initial location—and were then laterally slid into their �nal ness Loop 70 (West Boulevard) interchanges. locations to match the existing alignment. The team employed the design-build project delivery sys- End Bent Considerations With respect to the substructures for the SIBC bridges, the tem to replace the six structurally de�cient bridges while maintaining traf�c on I-70—more than 80,000 vehicles per day— end bents were designed in a manner that supported the temduring construction. Although the lateral bridge slide required porary condition, the bridge slide, the �nal permanent state of a short-term traf�c diversion, the public experienced limited the bridge and future widening. Throughout the duration of the inconvenience when compared to the extended traf�c impacts slides, the end bent cap experienced a transient loading across associated with traditional phased construction. Further, using the entire length of the cap. The end bent cap design needed SIBC and constructing temporary bypasses allowed construc- to accommodate not only the maximum dead load at any given tion crews to work uninterrupted and away from the travel- point, but also any loading attributed to vertically jacking the ing public, ensuring safety for all. The project approach also bridge to install bearings. In addition, the end bent pilings needONCE CONSTRUCTED, BRIDGES typically stay in a
A typical section of the westbound I-70 bridge over Garth Avenue in the temporary alignment, with existing I-70 bridges shown.
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ed to resist the lateral forces transferred through the end bent cap, generated by the hydraulic jack used to slide the bridge into the �nal position. A concrete anchor block was detailed at the ends of the end bents to provide a structural element to pull or push the bridge, if necessary. An embedded plate in the top of the end bent provided a level surface and a means to restrain the slide bearings and �nal bearings. Unique to MoDOT bridges—and vital to the slide—was the incorporation of semi-integral end bents. Providing continuity between the end bent pile caps and superstructure, the semi-integral end bent was the best approach to accommodate sliding the bridge from a temporary location to the �nal alignment. The solid end diaphragm of the semi-integral end bent
Slide in progress for the westbound I-70 bridge over Rangeline.
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conference preview provided a large, rigid member to lift the superstructures vertically to install sliding bearings, and it also served as an anchorage point to pull the bridges into their �nal horizontal alignments. To facilitate vertical jacking and to slide the bridges, additional shear and moment reinforcing, anchorages for high-strength bars and stainless steel shoes (to pro vide a sliding surface for the lateral move) were all incorporated into the design of the end diaphragms. In the case of the bridge over Business Loop, the slide itself used two Enerpac hydraulic jacks, which were located at each end bent and attached to the anchor block that pulled the bridge a total of 92 ft to its �nal location. The total slide time was approximately 11 hours and included the time needed to vertically lift the bridge to install the temporary PTFE (polytetra�uoroethylene) sliding pads as well as the permanent bearing pads once the bridge was in place. Weathering the Slide Not all of the bridges were identical, but the design approach and bridge slides were similar. The superstructures of all of the bridges were comprised of a composite steel and concrete deck system that featured precast concrete deck
An aerial view of the I-70 bridge over Business Loop, which replaced two existing bridges.
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conference preview panels on welded weathering steel plate girders and a partialdepth cast-in-place deck slab. The I-70 bridge over Business Loop, at 89 ft long and 83 ft wide, was the widest and heaviest single-span bridge in the whole project. It replaced two bridges: the east- and westbound structures on I-70. The 11 weathering steel plate girders with 36-in.-deep webs were spaced at 7 ft, 7 in. With a total steel weight of 143 tons, minimizing the dead load of the bridge was key to sliding it effortlessly at approximately 9 ft per hour. Weathering steel plate girders were selected for the superstructure thanks to the following advantages: ➤ Economical means to minimize structure depth and improved vertical clearance ➤ Lightweight structure, which allowed for a faster bridge slide ➤ Reduced construction costs because erecting the girders only required one crane ➤ Competitiveness with other methods on a cost basis ➤ A conventional structure type that provides long-term durability and minimizes necessary maintenance The entire project—including the I-70 roadway, construction of a “dog bone” roundabout at Route 763/Rangeline and
dual-lane roundabouts at the I-70-Business Loop interchange and �ve new bridges, three of which used SIBC—was completed in 13 months, including design and construction. The combination of SBIC and design-build delivery comes at a most opportune time when our nation’s rapidly aging bridges are in urgent need of repair or replacement, and our highways are already congested even before the added strain of road closures. This approach has the potential to be an instrumental part of the solution. ■ This article is a preview of Session B4 “Long-Span Steel Bridges” at NASCC: The Steel Conference, taking place March 22–24 in San Antonio. Learn more about the conference at www.aisc.org/nascc . Owner Missouri Department of Transportation General Contractor Emery Sapp and Sons, Inc. Structural Engineer Parsons Steel Fabricator and Detailer DeLong’s, Inc., Jefferson City, Mo.
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TO CLOUD OR NOT BY JOSHUA E. COLLINS
the transmutation of data into information and then into rebene�ts of cloud-based project management, I have some- ports was labor-intensive. The required labor was drawn from the most senior personnel on the project, who in many cases thing to disclose. I use cloud-based document and quality management soft- (at least in mine) were already stretched thin between meet ware on my current projects. And while it has facilitated some ings and the day-to-day operations of the project. This led to extraordinary improvements in drawing management and RFI delays in creating and submitting the reports, typically in the (request for information) generation, it has also brought to light form of RFIs, which are some the most critical reports to supsome very interesting new problems to address. In short, it didn’t port the project schedule. Additionally, the data and reports would then have to be �led appropriately, further increasing �x everything, it sure didn’t ruin anything and it wasn’t free. However, I think it brings great bene�ts overall. This dis- overhead cost. cussion isn’t so much about the wonders of the cloud as it is about how and where it worked, how and where it didn’t and Streamlined Solution On my current projects, we use the cloud for drawing manhow to get the most out of it for future projects. agement and for creating RFIs. The cloud has streamlined the In my observation, the greatest bene�ts of the cloud pertain to the control of project information. The Project Management process when compared to my previous projects. Although we Institute (PMI) breaks down project information into three still use paper drawings for construction, �eld supervisors and distinct categories: work performance data, work performance site staff now have access to our cloud software, which stores an information and work performance reports. Work performance electronic copy of all of our drawings. RFIs are generated withdata consists of raw observations and measurements such as per- in the software suite, with �eld notes marked on the electronic cent complete and technical performance measures. Work per- drawing and automatic attachment of �eld condition photos, formance information analyzes the collected data in the context and the RFIs are automatically available to any stakeholder that of the overall project. This includes items such as project com- has access to the software suite. Reports are easily generated and distributed by the softpletion forecasts, change request status and status of deliverables. ware, with appropriate electronic �ling occurring automatically The �nal component, work performance reports, is the prepared physical and electronic transmittal of project information in the through the software. Where paper �ling had become a matter of printing a report and putting it in a �le, this new approach form of memos, notes, updates and status reports. reduced time demands on our site staff and allowed us to focus on managing the project more effectively instead of constantly Too Much Paper Prior to using the cloud, work performance data was provid- processing paper. ed to me in the form of hand-marked drawings, text messages, sticky notes and generally any other medium that a foreman or superintendent could use to relay data to me. This created Joshua E. Collins volumes of loose papers with notes that required several steps (
[email protected]) is is a to analyze and create work performance information. senior project manager First, we would pull the contract, erection and fabrication with S&R Enterprises, LLC. drawings. The data provided by the �eld crews was reviewed and compared to the information contained in the drawings to validate the data or identify the exact discrepancy or condition noted. This work performance data was then transformed into work performance information, which was then turned into work performance reports by transferring the information into the appropriate format for distribution. In my experience,
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Learning Curve Of course, I’ve only highlighted the wins on the cloud side. And there were de�nitely some wins. Resource requirements for site staff were reduced, and they were freed from the drudgery of reviewing an endless pile of sticky notes and scribbles on drawings. Data was easily shared and reports were easily created for distribution. However, the new process also introduced some growing pains early on. I noticed that teams struggled to create quality RFIs for distribution. Oftentimes, the descriptions of the problems were unclear. Despite having all data attached to the drawing and photographs in each report, we noticed that we often had to provide numerous clari�cations of problem descriptions. I was perplexed how the cloud enabled us to free up so much staff time in terms of report creation yet increased our struggles in terms of having others understand our reports. It wasn’t until I began to review our performance in terms of PMI’s description of work performance information that the problem became clear. The cloud software enabled us to take a shortcut on the project information life cycle—and we didn’t even realize it. The cloud handled our data so ef�ciently and easily that raw data was becoming a work performance report without ever being analyzed and validated as work performance information. I realized that our pre-cloud work intuitively included all three phases of project information. After all, we couldn’t just send out some scribbles on a dirty, crumpled erection drawing with a sticky note attached or put ourselves in a position where the engineer is constantly requesting clari�cations. It doesn’t work. We were forced to transmute data into information and then into a report. Our cloud-based system was allowing us to skip the transmutation of data into information prior to becoming a report. And once we realized and adapted to this, our projects began to run much more smoothly. To the Cloud? I can’t tell you if you should make the transition to the cloud. It is a decision for each management team, based on its abilities, needs and desires. I do know that for me and my team, the cloud approach has been bene�cial. While it incurs some costs and early issues, I believe that a thorough analysis of how it can minimize risks and change orders, thanks to its ability to capture and report large volumes of project information, reveals that the bene�ts far outweigh the costs. The cloud won’t �x everything and will certainly require you to recon�gure your management plans. But on the other hand, it puts more work performance data at the �ngertips of your management team in a way that paper documents can’t match in terms of volume and ease of use. Like everything else, it has it pros and cons, but 38 MARCH 2017
I can tell you this without a pause: I would not hesitate to use it again and am excited to transition more of our reporting into cloud-based software. ■ This article is a preview of Session T4 “To the Cloud or Not—Project Document Management in 2017” at NASCC: The Steel Conference, taking place March 22–24 in San Antonio. Learn more about the conference at www.aisc.org/nascc .
The Project Management Institute (PMI) breaks down project information into these three categories.
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Once you have signed a contract with a “bet the company clause,” any dispute you enter becomes a salvage operation— and even the best and most creative construction lawyer may not be able to undo what you have signed.
THE GOAL IN NEGOTIATING a construction contract is to clearly de�ne the scope of work, payment for the work and the roles and responsibilities of each party. Most importantly, the contract should appropriately allocate the risk among the construction participants. Unfortunately, many contracts contain onerous contract clauses that attempt to place undue risk on one party. Your ability to eliminate or mitigate those contract clauses will help avoid potential “bet the company” claims on the construction project. Risk Management The following rules of risk management should be employed when negotiating a construction contract: 1. The party that is in the best position to control a risk should be the party to take responsibility for the risk 2. If you are in a position where you cannot control a risk, you should try to transfer it to someone else who can control it 3. If you cannot control a risk and cannot transfer it to someone else, you should manage it through insurance In general, contract provisions that make a fabricator responsible for a general contractor’s negligence (like many indemnity clauses), prohibit a fabricator’s right to recover legitimate additional costs incurred on the project or expose the fabricator to unreasonable damages should be eliminated or negotiated such that the party who can control the risk is responsible for the risk. Payment Virtually every contract dispute involves a disagreement over the amount of payment owed by one party to another. For this reason,
“BET THE COMPANY” CONTRACT CLAUSES AND HOW TO AVOID THEM BY ANGELA STEPHENS, JOE HARDESTY AND DAVID RATTERMAN
it is essential that the payment terms of the contract be fair and clear. One of the payment terms a general contractor may put in its subcontracts is the “pay-if-paid” clause. This term provides that before the contractor is required to pay the fabricator, the contractor must �rst be paid by the owner. This term is a problem for the fabricator for many reasons, not the least of which is that it places the risk of payment on the relationship between the general contractor and the owner. It is possible that the general contractor is not getting paid by the owner due to an issue having nothing to do with the fabricator’s work. In order to mitigate this risk, it is important to negotiate this clause out of your contract and make sure you have either mechanic’s lien rights or a payment bond under which you can pursue payment. Another proble matic payment clause is a lien waiver clause. Lien waiver clauses ca n take two forms. The �rst may require the fabricator to waive the right to �le a lien under any circumstances. This provision prohibits the fabricator from asserting a statutory right to �le a lien. While these provisions are unenforceable in many states, they should be avoided and removed from subcontracts wherever possible. The other type of lien waiver provision requires the fabricator to waive the right to �le a lien for work performed after payment is received. This type is more common and, generally, does not present a problem. However, the fabricator must be careful not to waive claims for unresolved changed work when it signs the lien waiver for payment received for other, completed work—and ensure it maintains its lien or bond rights for unpaid work on the project.
Angela Stephens (astephens@ stites.com), Joe Hardesty ( jhardesty@st ites.com) and David Ratterman (
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conference preview Change Order Provisions damage-for-delay clauses are unenforceable in many states, but A vast majority of the claims arising on construction projects nevertheless should be removed from the subcontract if possible. have to do with disputes over change orders. The key issues in Liquidated damages clauses are also contained in many subchange order disputes involve the following questions: contracts. These clauses attempt to quantify or “liquidate,” in 1. Is it indeed a change? advance, the amount a party will be required to pay if it breach2. Who is responsible for the change? es a contractual obligation. In the case of delays, these liqui3. How much will the change cost? dated damages clauses can require the fabricator to pay a �xed 4. How much additional time is needed? amount per day or per week for delays caused by the fabricator. 5. Should work proceed if an agreement on the change A liquidated damage provision should be closely scrutinized to cannot be reached? make sure that it is fair and that the liquidated damages re6. Was appropriate notice given? alistically approximate the amount of damages that are being The �rst step in avoiding change order disputes is to have a incurred for delays. A fabricator should not be liable for liquiclearly de�ned scope of work. In order to know if there is a change dated damages if the delay experienced is concurrent or caused to the work, you must �rst be able to de�ne the original scope of by a factor beyond the fabricator’s control. Liquidated damages work. Therefore, a clearly de�ned scope of work is imperative. provisions may be unenforceable if they do not reasonably ap Most contract change order provisions require the fabrica- proximate the damages that would be anticipated at the time of tor to provide notice of the change within a speci�ed period of contracting, or if they are deemed to be punitive. time. It is important to ensure that adequate time is allowed to recognize that there has been a change and to notify the general Indemnification and Limitation of Liability contractor of the change. Indemni�cation clauses are clauses that require one party Some change order provisions require the fabricator to pro- to defend and indemnify another party for claims made against ceed with the changed work even if there has not been an agree- that party. The scope of an indemni�cation clause should be ment reached as to a change order. These provisions can create closely scrutinized to assure that the indemnifying party is only a serious problem for a fabricator who is asked to proceed with indemnifying for claims arising from the indemnifying party’s changed work before there is an agreement by the contractor own conduct. In other words, the indemnifying party should or owner to pay for that work. A more appropriate contract not be required to indemnify another party from claims arischange provision is to require the fabricator to proceed with ing from either that party’s negligence or some other party’s undisputed work and to allow the disputed work to be resolved negligence over which the indemnifying party has no control. through the dispute resolution process of the contract. Many contracts contain clauses where a fabricator is required to indemnify a general contractor for all claims arising Contract Time and Delays from the work, even if those claims are caused in part by the Delays on a construction project can result in signi�cant ad- contractor’s own negligence. These types of indemni�cation ditional cost to all parties involved. Therefore, it is important to clauses should be avoided because the fabricator should not have clear and fair provisions dealing with the manner in which be required to indemnify the general contractor for its own or delays will be compensated. even partial negligence. While indemnity clauses relating to One way to avoid delay claims is to develop a clear and re- the general contractor’s sole negligence are outlawed in many alistic schedule. The contract must contain a realistic contract states under state anti-indemnity statutes, many states still alschedule (preferably one that has been reached by agreement low parties to agree to pay for another’s partial negligence and, prior to the start of work), a procedure for changing the sched- therefore, these clauses should be modi�ed. Additionally, the ule where necessary and an agreement for entitlement to time risk assumed by these clauses may not be covered by the fabriand compensation for changes to the schedule. cator’s commercial general liability insurance policy. Poor structural design documents or uncoordinated draw An indemni�cation clause should only require a fabricator ings, which lead to RFIs, are a signi�cant contributor to fabrica- to indemnify the general contractor for claims arising out of the tor delays. The AISC Code of Standard Practice, discussed below, fabricator’s work and only to the extent of the fabricator’s neglicontains provisions, regarding design documents, that are clear gence or breach of contract. and fair to both the fabricator and engineer who prepare the Also, limitation of liability clauses should be closely scrutinized. design. These provisions can provide protection for the fabrica- Limitation of liability clauses include such things as an overall liabilitor for delays caused by bad drawings. ty cap, a cap on liquidated damages, exclusive remedy provisions (i.e., Subcontracts often contain “no damage for delay” clauses, repair and replace defective work is “exclusive remedy” for breach of which state that in the event of a delay, the fabricator may be warranty) and waiver of consequential damages. Limitation of liabilallowed additional time but will not be allowed monetary com- ity provisions may be bene�cial to the parties; however, they should pensation. 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THE PROVEN STEEL BRIDGE DESIGN SOLUTION Incorporating the Code The current edition of the AISC Code of Standard Practice should always be incorporated by reference in your contract. The Code represents the best practices for design, purchase, fabrication and erection of structural steel. By incorporating these provisions, the parties shall be required to follow the best industry practices for steel construction. There are several speci�c provisions of the Code that are important to have in your contract. For example, Section 3 of the Code addresses design documents and speci�cations. This section provides the standards for structural design documents and speci�cations and identi�es the information that must be contained on the design documents. It also provides procedures for connection design. The intent of the section is to ensure that fabricators are provided with complete design information necessary to detail and fabricate the steel members. Section 4 of the Code describes the responsibilities of the owner and fabricator for the development of fabrication and erection documents. The section requires that the owner furnish, in a timely manner, complete structural design documents and speci�cations that have been released for construction. The section emphasizes that designs should not be continuously revised after they have been released for construction. Section 6 of the Code describes the requirements for shop fabrication and delivery. Because the Code provisions are intended to represent the best practices for the parties who are involved in the design, purchase, fabrication and erection of structural steel, it is important for them to be incorporated into your contract. In summary, it is imperative to spend the time and effort at the beginning of the project to negotiate a fair and reasonable contract. Your ability to eliminate or mitigate “bet the company” contract clauses will pay dividends during the project and when a dispute arises. ■
This article is a preview of Session L1 “Bet the Company Contract Clauses and how to Avoid them” at NASCC: The Steel Conference, taking place March 22–24 in San Antonio. Learn more about the conference at www.aisc.org/nascc .
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conference preview HOW DO I ENCOURAGE QUALITY AS MANAGEMENT?
The quality mindset starts at the top.
BY CHRIS CROSBY, PE
REGARDLESS OF THE TYPE OF BUSINESS you man- will also show consistency in the message. As the message age—steel fabrication, erection, design, detailing, etc.—your customers expect a quality product. We all know that when we deliver the correct product on time and within budget, our customers are pleased—and that by doing so, we are building a foundation for repeat business. Of course, there is an opposite side to this coin: Poor quality can quickly cause this foundation to crumble. We also know that our companies will experience quality issues from time to time. We, as management, need to be in tune with these issues and understand their nature—e.g., are they unique or are they systemic? Systemic issues may point to a larger problem lurking below the surface. It could be a disconnect with the quality management system or an implementation shortcoming or shift in the culture. Staying on top of the individual issues so they don’t blossom into a systemic issue is vital to building a thriving quality culture within the organization. Any real change to an organization’s culture takes time and effort. This is a process, not a one-time event, and it must be managed. As managers, we are always looking for ways to accelerate processes, and change management is no different. Shortcutting the process of cultural change will produce, at best, lukewarm results. Let’s take a look at how to orchestrate a positive cultural shift through encouragement. Commitment. This is required from the highest level of management through each level down to the front-line supervisors. They all have to walk the talk. They all have to emphasize the importance of a quality product all the time. This effort will not only give your message credibility but
Chris Crosby (ccrosby@ iscbridge.com) is the director
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of quality is reinforced through each level of management, the employees will start to understand that quality decisions are not situational. As a manager, when I see or hear about a quality issue, I have a one-on-one discussion with the area supervisor and/or foreman to understand the issue and also to dig deeper into what message they are sending to their employees. Was this issue just an outlying data point or something deeper? Is our message as a management team consistent across all levels? Communication. Direct, clear, concise communication is a must. Managers must de�ne what is required in terms of quality to the point that there are no questions about the expected quality of the �nished product. I have read too many quality management system documents—i.e., quality manuals, procedures, work instructions, etc.—that are picturesque, with prose worthy of a spot on the best-sellers list—but when it comes to clarity, they fall �at. But communication does not just stop at clearly de�ning goals and expectations; it needs to be a two-way street. Management needs to set the goals and expectations but also must listen to feedback from their employees. This feedback is key to your root-cause analysis and process improvement. Providing regular feedback with both positive and course correction to all employees is another key component to communication. All too often we fall into the routine of providing course correction but neglect to also provide positive reinforcement for the desired behaviors. It is also important for employees to know that management sees the positive contributions that they are making to the organization. Direct recognition or pep talks from their front-line supervisors and formal recognition during quality meetings will reinforce the organization’s commitment to a quality culture. And remember that the feedback must be timely, specific and sincere. Measurements. “What gets measured gets improved.” That direct quote from a mentor of mine has proven true time and again. Tracking mistakes takes effort, but how do we know we are improving if we don’t know where we started and where we are currently? The improvements we make to our systems should be driven by the data we are collecting. The measurements we are gathering need to be hand in glove with the customer’s requirements that we have set forth and established as
our expected level of quality with our team. your measurements, as you see trends cess. Managers have to be intentional In other words, we need to be measuring develop. These additional training pro- about improving the organization, and what’s important to the customer. grams should prescriptively address ar- they should be intentional about buildOnce you have some data, you’ll want to eas of concern and, again, reinforce the ing a quality culture and not simply conreview this information and determine the message of quality. trolling quality. appropriate course of action. If you subEncouraging employees to produce scribe to the Deming cycle (plan, do, check, a quality product will build a culture of This article is a preview of Session Q4 act), measurements are the “checking” part quality, and the time it takes is worth the “How do I Encourage Quality as Manageof this cycle and are necessary for taking investment. Having a clear commitment ment?” at NASCC: The Steel Conference, the next step of acting on the gathered in- to quality, open lines of communication, taking place March 22–24 in San Antoformation as appropriate. data to direct changes and well-trained, nio. Learn more about the conference at Employee involvement. Managers involved employees will aid in this pro- www.aisc.org/nascc . should meet with employees regularly to discuss large-scale strategies, review the data that has been gathered, discuss small changes to the processes and talk about both successes and failures. Keep in mind that when discussing failures, some employees will become defensive and cast blame, which will be counterproductive to the analysis. Instead, keep the focus of the meeting on the process and not the person. When a specific employee does need to be singled out for a course correction, that discussion should be handled one-on-one and not in a public forum. Along with regularly scheduled meetings, another tool I have used for employee involvement is a lessons-learned report—particularly during challenging projects. Our front-line supervisors will discuss with their team what went right, what could have gone better and what will be done differently next time. They, in turn, will work with a manager to draft a report (the formality of the report is inconsequential; it’s the process of gathering the information for the report that’s critical). Once the report is finished, we all sit down together and learn from this project. I have used this tool not only for quality but also for safety and productivity. It gives everyone on the team a chance to provide critical input, and it also demonstrates their importance to the team. Training. Training is the foundation of a successful quality management system. The training program needs to clearly define the organization’s commitment to building a culture of quality. As with most efforts, it should have the message of quality interwoven throughout. Follow-up training is always recommended for both new and current employees to continually reinforce the message of quality. From there, you can develop additional training programs from the data gathered during Modern STEEL CONSTRUCTION
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MODULAR CONSTRUCTION BEST PRACTICES BY JACINDA COLLINS
TRADITIONAL CONSTRUCTION is a lot like baking cookies from scratch. Both require numerous individual materials, time spent “mixing” them and �nally assembling everything in one place. And after all the work is done, leftover materials must be cleaned up and stored or discarded. Modular construction, on the other hand, is more akin to buying premixed, precut cookies from the refrigerated section at the supermarket. The ingredients are mixed prior to arriving on-site, using a precise, uniform amount of each material, and the process typically incurs less cost, time spent and waste/additional materials at the end of the process. Bringing the discussion solely back to construction and away from baking (not easy to shift away from cookies, I understand), there are several questions whose answers can help you determine if modular construction is the right �t for your next project.
be reduced by an average of 39% when using modular construction versus traditional construction. Assembling volumes off-site in a controlled environment reduces the impact of typical site issues like inclement weather conditions, traf�c patterns around the site or noise ordinances. Other trades such as MEP systems, �re protection, interior �nishes or exterior �nishes can be added to the modules in the off-site location to further accelerate the project schedule. When modules arrive on-site up to 95% complete, less work and fewer on-site trades are necessary to �nish the project. Improved quality. Off-site assembly also contributes to improved overall quality of the modules, as ironworkers and other trades are working at safe heights in a climate-controlled environment. This contributes to ease of installation and inspection of the assembled framing and other components contained in the module. With traditional construction, clashes between the various building systems are often only caught after
What is modular steel construction? Modular steel construction is a broad term typically applied to the following three types of steel prefabrication. Projects can use a combination of these three methods for additional schedule and material bene�ts: Kit-of-parts method. In this method, the same columns, beams, girders and connections are used throughout a majority of the project to speed both fabrication and e rection of the steel. Think of this method as the “Erector Set” approach. Panelization method. Panels are used for the �oor, walls, roof and/or lateral systems and are assembled off-site, or onsite at ground level, then put into place. This approach is very similar to the way �at-pack furniture is assembled. Modular construction is like precut cookie mix, ready to bake. Modular (volumetric) method. Individual 3D modules— often in “building blocks” including framing and interior components provided by other trades—are assembled off-site, Jacinda Collins (
[email protected] ) shipped to the site as completed modules and then erected on is AISC’s New York structural steel a module-by-module basis. This is essentially the same way specialist. manufactured housing is assembled on a residential lot. Why Use Modular Construction? The three biggest bene�ts to using modular construction are faster erection, improved quality and reduced waste. Faster erection. A recent AISC-sponsored study ( Permanent Modular Construction—Practice, Process, Performance, available at www.modular.org ) determined that construction schedules can Modern
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Brooklyn’s modular B2 project (see “Building Blocks” in the June 2014 issue, available at www.modernsteel.com).
major completion milestones in the �eld, thus extending the project schedule and causing teams to make compromises in order to keep the project moving. With modular construction, inspecting a sample unit or individual module allows teams to �x clashes and make changes prior to major completion. Thus, when modules arrive on-site, the inspection process is accelerated and the quality of the put-in-place modules is enhanced. Reduced waste. In a modular project, a majority of the design work is completed prior to ordering materials, which helps the steel fabricator and other trades work with just the right amount of materials, thus reducing site waste. Early, ef�cient ordering also helps the fabricator and other trades contribute their industry knowledge to help control procurement costs. This reduction in materials and on-site construction waste is particularly attractive to teams designing and building structures with green goals in mind. Where can I use modular construction? Project teams can take advantage of modular construction almost anywhere in the U.S., including high-seismic and high wind locations. Modular construction can also be used for structures that are temporary or need be transported from one site to another, as well as for sites that have limited access and parking. While project location is typically not a barrier to using modular construction, transporting the modules can be a factor. Road widths, weight restrictions, bridge heights, escort requirements and long distances between the off-site assembly location to the construction site can limit the use of modular construction for some projects. Therefore, it is important to research transportation needs between the assembly and project locations before considering the modular approach.
ticipant engagement (especially the steel fabricator) is vital to addressing many items like transportation, module sizes, framing joints locations, module connection points, tolerances and interaction between the various trades involved with putting the modules together. Early discussion of such matters will help the architect design the building as ef�ciently as possible for project use, prefabrication and constructability. Like traditional construction, late changes to the design increase the duration and overall cost of the project. Thus, project teams will want to minimize changes during the prefabrication phase by having most of the overall design complete prior to material purchase. How do I design the steel frame for a module? Modules are designed to be self-supporting for transportation between the prefabrication location and project site. For projects up to �ve stories, a lateral system generally can be created with the individual units. For projects �ve stories and taller, it is more common that a secondary lateral system will need to be evaluated and/or designed in combination with the modules or as a standalone system for the entire project. This secondary system can be erected on-site or panelized. The AISC Speci�cation for Structural Steel Buildings can be used to design the modules and t he overall structure. And project teams should discuss steel fabrication and erection tolerances, as well as the tolerances required by other trades for their on-site and off-site work, to determine if the tolerances in the AISC Code of Standard Practice are acceptable. Again, early discussions with the fabricator, erector and other trades will facilitate such decisions prior to prefabricating the modules.
When do I start the schematic design of a Who makes steel modules? modular project? For modular projects where only the steel framing portion of Ideally, project teams should not start schematic design until the modules is created off-site, a structural steel fabricator will all project participants have contributed their general knowl- fabricate and assemble the framing. The steel fabricator will typiedge and expertise. The design-build approach of early par- cally engage the steel erector for early project team discussions. 48 MARCH 2017
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There are also modular manufacturers who essentially cre- components into the modules. These manufacturers also typiate entire modules from top to bottom. In other words, they cally erect the modules. As with any other trade, they should be can fabricate the steel framing as well as install other trades/ engaged early in project team discussions.
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There are a number of potential obstacles to using modular construction. One is resistance to using “alternative” project delivery approaches like design-build or integrated project delivery, which are well suited to a modular project. And the traditional design-bid-build approach of waiting until one person completes a task before the other is brought on board does not create the best contract or communication vehicle for modular construction. In addition, �nancing for modular construction varies from traditional construction. With traditional construction, trades are paid upon the sequenced completion of their task. With modular construction, the steel and other materials being placed in the module will need to be purchased earlier. This upfront payment schedule may not be ideal for some project �nancing methods, making traditional construction more i deal. In addition, larger, specialized equipment is needed to erect the volumes, and limitations involving the availability and spacing of such equipment can make traditional construction more ideal. And as mentioned, transportation of volumes to a project site from the assembly location can also create a barrier to the use of modular construction. To reap the bene�ts of modular construction, the team has to understand its challenges from the get-go. Understanding the process and following best practices will help your team deliver quality, quick-to-market modular projects. ■
Rockefeller University in Manhattan used large-scale modular construction for its new lab facility, barging in modules from an assembly site in New Jersey (see “Barging In” in the January issue, available at www.modernsteel.com).
This article is a preview of Session CA9 “Modular Construction Best Practices—When, Where and Why or Why Not” at NASCC: The Steel Conference, taking place March 22–24 in San Antonio. Learn more about the conference at www.aisc.org/nascc .
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“WHEN PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS focus primarily on costs, costs tend to rise and quality declines over time.” These are the words of famed engineer and statistician W. Edwards Deming. And he was right. Quality in steel construction today re�ects changes in attitudes and management styles developed over the last three decades. Working in the 70s and 80s as a detailing manager for a bridge fabricator, I was charged with the annual review of our quality control (QC) manual and overall compliance with our shop and erection drawing quality standards. Later, as a plant manager and business owner, I developed an informal goal of “no errors,” which became the workplace norm with everyone taking ownership and pride in the success of the company. “Writing it down”—a concept stemming from two of Deming’s statements—was instrumental to the success of our company. Those two statements are: 1. “If you can’t describe what you are doing as a process, you don’t know what you’re doing.” 2. “It is not enough to do your best; you must know what to do, and then do your best.” Deming’s Contribution World War II completely destroyed industry and business in Japan, and General MacArthur consulted Deming to see what could be done. During the next 30 years, Deming contributed to the economic reformation of Japanese manufacturing, now known for its high-quality products and advanced innovation. His belief was that if you improve quality, you reduce expenses and increase productivity. In his 1982 book Out of Crisis , he posed 14 points for building a successful and high-quality orga-
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nization. In the mid-80s, the U.S. Navy adopted a total quality management (TQM) program based on Deming’s work, and in the 90s that knowledge evolved into programs such as the AISC Quality Management Systems Certi�cation program, ISO, Lean Manufacturing and Lean Construction. All of these programs have their roots in Deming’s work. With his 14 points and later in his “Seven Deadly Diseases of management,” Deming proposes a concept of achie ving quality by engaging the total organization. It’s not enough to engage only management groups or quality departments; you need to build a quali ty system the same way you manage safety. Safety engages everyone from the CEO to the support staff, all participating in a safe work environment. This safe workplace culture is achieved by having a plan, providing continuing education and engaging the workforce to actively identify unsafe situations. Can you imagine a safety progr am goal of “one workplace injury every 1,000 man hours?” Goal setting of this t ype only provides an excuse for not being engaged. Why then should we have a quality program that sets goals such as “one error every 100 pieces?” One error can be the difference between pro�tability and massive additional expenses. A proud and involved workforce pays attention to the details. From the �rst concepts of design to the �nal turnover, providing a quality product and service should be the target of the whole team. The only goal should be “I know what I’m doing, and I am achieving my best.” In today’s world of “time is of the essence” contracts, speed is stressed as goal number one. I often refer to the story of Henry David Thoreau’s desire to create a perfect walking stick. After thinking about the process, he decided not to pursue the endeavor because it would be an achievement that would consume his life. The three elements of production (time, price and quality) restrain us all. It’s often said you can only choose two and must sacri�ce one. To correct this concept, everyone in the supply chain of design through construction needs to be engaged in doing their best. For example, a concerted safety effort across the entire manufacturing industry has boosted pro�tability by lowering cost, elevating morale and increasing productivity through team effort. A safe company is a pro�table company. The same is true of a quality management program. You achieve pro�tability and success by instituting a system with quality as its
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core. Starting a quality management system should not be a radical adjustment but rather should come in the form of small achievable programs that grow and expand.
is based on shop and erection drawings alone. The 3D modeling process produces fewer shop and �eld errors, but the inclusion of quality instructions such as welding and other non-model attributes is a common issue between detailer and fabricator.
A New Approach So how does quality apply in the world of steel detailing? Consistency and Repeatability NISD’s (National Institute of Steel Detailing) Quality Proce The aim of a quality management system is to provide a dure Program (QPP) has been in place for some time. It was consistent, repeatable process. Developing written procedures developed to mirror, to some degree, the old AISC checklist and maintaining communication standards provides continuity certi�cation program. There were two elements to the QPP: a within a changing work�ow. Factors such as rotating personchecklist of required points and an on-site audit by an engineer nel, new software, employee training and communication affect local to the detailing of�ce. The program customer satisfaction. worked well during the early years, priBut by using the current NISD formarily due to the number of engineers mat (adopted in 2015) and following the who were trained in the steel industry. checklist, a company can develop a qualIn today’s world of But the retirement of many that underity management manual to be certi�ed. stood the fabrication/detailing process Here’s how it works: QPP certi�cation is “time is of the essence” strained the audit program. The rapid now based on a quality procedure manual growth of offshore detailing also posed that uses the NISD-developed checklogistical problems. It was clear that a re- contracts, speed is stressed list as its guide. The committee audits view of the program was necessary. Both the submitted manual, uses the checklist as goal number one. the checklist and the audit program reto evaluate each item and makes accepquired new thinking. tance recommendations to the president Engineering �rms interviewed by the of NISD. Note that the QPP committee QPP committee were reluctant to review makeup has been altered to include memquality procedures, as they were unfamiliar with the detailing bers from outside the detailing community; only two of the and fabrication processes and viewed the audit as a liability is- �ve members are from detailing companies. The other three sue. The primary question in the initial review was “Is there a represent the fabrication, erection and software development need for detailing companies to have their own quality proce- communities. The concept of quality assurance was removed, as dures?” As the �nal responsibility for the fabricated product is this is provided by customer review and satisfaction. This proultimately part of the contract, many fabricators believe their gram is under constant review to stay current with new trends quality manual is all that’s required. However, detailing �rms and procedures, such as building information modeling (BIM) require an internal set of guidelines when dealing with different documents and initiatives. The application packet includes a fabricators to ensure a consistent quality presentation. copy of the checklist and a sample manual. Detailing service has fundamentally changed from providing But keep in mind that this manual is not a blueprint for your a picture to transmitting data. Information now contained in the company’s management system. Deming’s work was criticized model is imported directly into shop processes. While this is a for not providing a sample plan, and his response was, “You’re more ef�cient fabrication work�ow, there are fewer eyes review- the manager, you �gure it out.” Every company has a different ing the work. In addition, detailing of�ces now have fewer work- approach to management, and thus every plan should re�ect ers per project. In today’s environment, model checking is more unique elements. NISD’s mission is to provide guidance and to the norm rather than a complete check of individual drawings. In encourage adherence to your company’s speci�c plan. ■ the short interval between creation, approval changes and comments, the review of all information can be daunting. This article is a preview of Session D2 “Quality Procedures in DeChapter N of the AISC Speci�cation, “Quality Control and tailing Of�ces” at NASCC: The Steel Conference, taking place Quality Assurance,” sets the requirements of quality in steel con- March 22–24 in San Antonio. Learn more about the conference at struction. The user note on drawings states that QC inspection www.aisc.org/nascc . Modern
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THE STEEL CONFERENCE SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 Abrasive and Fastening Solutions, Inc. Booth 5100 Yorkville, IL Ph: 630.882.9010 www.abrafast.com The blind bolt master distribution center. Manufacturer of anchor bolts, all-thread rod and tie-rod assemblies. Stocking Domestic Grade 55 material. We offer abrasive and tooling solutions for grinding and finishing. Doesn’t matter if you’re grinding a weld or need a mirror finish, we have the abrasives to get the job done right the first time. Products distributed: structural bolts, concrete anchoring systems, weld studs, self drilling screws, annular cutter, magnetic drills, grinding wheels, cutting wheels, flap discs, sanding discs, sanding belts, and much more! Our on-time shipping service make sure you get what you need when you need! Online ordering available.
Adaptive Construction Solutions, Inc. Booth 8139 Houston, TX Ph: 229.944.7969 Fax: 737.717.0213 www.acstexas.com Adaptive Construction Solutions, Inc. (ACS) operates a group ironworking apprenticeship for Veterans. Our program is SEAA sponsored, NCCER credentialed, DOL registered and VA approved. ACS utilizes federal, state and local workforce development programs to minimize the expense to the employer. Eligible Veteran apprentices receive additional compensation from their GI Bill benefits. Veterans bring a strong safety culture and professionalism to the ironworking industry. Learn how you can help Veterans reach new heights.
ADF Industrial Coating, Inc. Booth 6125 Great Falls, MT Ph: 406.315.3781 Fax: 406.315.3784 www.adfcoating.com ADF Industrial Coating is SSPC-QP3 an d NACE certified. Our expertise includes: surface preparation, abrasive blasting operations, application of industrial/finishing coatings, epoxies, special linings and intumescent paints. With an extensive first-hand industry experience our management and production teams are committed to providing reliable, high-quality products and outstanding services; with a focus on ensuring client satisfaction every time!
Advance Tools, LLC Booth 4116 Arlington Heights, IL Ph: 847.892.0971 Toll Free: 855.685.0633 Fax: 847.868.1496 www.advance-tools.com Advance Tools LLC provides electric wrenches which are extensively applied to construction of major infrastructures such as bridges, railways and electric power. Our products include shear wrench, electric torque wrench, digital control torque electric wrench, single-phase electric impact wrench, tightening machine and etc. We have high quality control on production and provide professional service. Certified by ISO 9001 Quality Management System, CE, CCC and UL.
AFF Design Services, LLC Booth 8087 Dallas, TX Ph: 559.567.3969 Toll Free: 214.615.6287 www.affsteel.com We are a dynamic steel detailing company with expertise in structural and miscellaneous steel detailing with a team consisting of a rich mix of 60 young and experienced detailers. Currently using the latest 3D modeling software with the ability to create detail drawings, AFF can also efficiently produce all shop data files for use with your drill line, beam line, plasma cutter, or any data-based machine. We understand the everincreasing pace of the steel delivery schedule and which in turn has empowered AFF to earn the trust of several fabricators as the go-to choice for quality details.
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AGT Robotics Booth 2080 Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada Ph: 819.693.9682 www.beam-master.com AGT Robotics is an automation and robotics expert specialized in the metal industry. They also manufacture the BeamMaster Weld, a Robotic Welding Line specially engineered to answer all the welding needs of structural steel fabricators. BeamMaster Weld features a small footprint, complete robotic automation and integration with dedicated software. With its attractive prices, all sizes of fabrication shops can now consider solving their welding production issues with robotic welding.
Ajan Elektronik Servis San. Ve Tic., Ltd., Sti. Booth 5094 Cigli, Turkey Ph: 90.232.3281202 www.ajancnc.com Meeting the client’s structural steel detailing needs ahead of schedule with maximum quality, allowing for quick turnaround, sets us apart from others.
Akyapak USA Booth 1063 Elk Grove Village, IL Ph: 844.USA.2575 www.akypakusa.com Akyapak has 54 years of experience and engineering expertise in a variety of products: bending rolls, structural steel and plate processing machines, pipe benders, dishing presses, flanging machines and welding solutions. Akyapak also offers tailor-made solutions to insure our business partners achieve their desired goals. Our attention to after-sales service is a critical key aspect of our business. Therefore Akyapak USA was established in Illinois with a 35,000 sq. ft showroom and service center.
Albina Co., Inc. Booth 8130 Tualatin, OR Ph: 503.692.6010 Toll Free: 866.252.4628 www.albinaco.com Albina Co., Inc. specializes in bending pipe, square and rectangular tube, plate and all forms of structural steel (angle, channel, wide-flange, split tee, etc.) since 1939. Ability to bend to AESS quality standards to various configurations (single-plane, multi-plane, off-axis, spiral, elliptical, offset/s-curve, etc.). We can bend materials ranging from the very small to the very large. In fact, Albina can bend the maximum mill produced sizes for many different materials.
All-Pro Fasteners, Inc. Booth 8136 Arlington, TX Ph: 817.467.5700 Toll Free: 800.361.6627 Fax: 817.467.5365 www.apf.com All-Pro Fasteners is a full-line, full-s ervice fastener company that manufactures and distributes a complete line of bolts, nuts, washers, screw, and fastener products. APF specifically supplies fabricators with A307, A325, A354BD, A449, A490 bolts, A325/A490 tension control bolts, nuts and washers, anchor bolts to 4 in. diameter, U-bolts, sag-rods, swedge bolts, re-bar anchors, turnbuckle and clevis assemblies, weld studs, wedge and chemical anchors and many other items used in industry. APF specializes in hot-dip galvanized and mechanical galvanized products. All-Pro Fasteners is ISO 9001:2008 certified and the In-house Quality lab is A2LA accredited.
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Alliance for American Manufacturing Booth 8115 Washington, DC Ph: 202.393.3430 Fax: 800.915.4610 www.americanmanufacturing.org The Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM) is a non-profit, non-partisan partnership formed in 2007 by some of America’s leading manufacturers and the United Steelworkers. Our mission is to strengthen American manufacturing and create new private-sector jobs through smart public policies. We believe that an innovative and growing manufacturing base is vital to America’s economic and national security, as well as to providing good jobs for future generations.
Allied Machine & Engineering Corp. Booth 5029 Dover, OH Ph: 330.343.4283 Toll Free: 800.321.5537 www.alliedmachine.com Allied Machine & Engineering is a leading manufacturer of holemaking and finishing tooling systems. Allied devotes its advanced engineering and manufacturing capabilities to creating the widest selection of value-added tooling available to metal-cutting industries around the world. Our tooling solutions deliver the lowest cost-per-hole in a wide range of drilling, reaming, threading, boring and burnishing applications. Precision engineering and expert application support make Allied the first and best choice for solving complex metal-cutting challenges.
American Alloy Steel Booth 5137 Houston, TX Ph: 713.462.8081 Toll Free: 800.231.3502 www.aasteel.com American Alloy Steel began in 1971 specializing in PVQ plate/ bar for the refining/petrochemical industry. Over the years our business has grown to support a broader range of industries. Our A36, A572-50/60/65, A709, A633, A1066-50/60/65 and A514 are used daily thr oughout t he constr uction indu stry. To help support our customers, we have multiple stocking facilities strategically located across the continental U.S. Our HD plasma cutting produces the tight tolerances demanded by the industr y today. For material emergencies, we offer 24-hour service every day of the year.
American Galvanizers Association Booth 8138 Centennial, CO Ph: 720.361.4489 www.galvanizeit.org The American Galvanizers Association (AGA), headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to serving the needs of specifiers, architects, engineers, contractors, fabricators, and after-fabrication hot-dip galvanizers throughout North America. The AGA also provides a number of services to galvanizers and zinc producers in the industry, including serving as a process technology research and information resource, liaison to environmental and safety regulatory authorities, and an active member of committees within specification, corrosion, and government transportation and infrastructure agencies. The association celebrates more than 80 years of preserving the past, enhancing the present, and protecting the future.
American Institute of Steel Construction Booth 6147 Chicago, IL Ph: 312.670.2400 www.aisc.org AISC’s mission is to make structural steel the material of choice by being the leader in structural-steel-related technical and market-building activities, including: specification and code development, research, education, technical assistance, quality certification, standardization and market development. Modern
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exhibitors American Punch Company Booth 5035 Euclid, OH Ph: 216.731.4501 Toll Free: 800.243.1492 www.americanpunchco.com The American Punch Company is the leading manufacturer of high-quality punches, dies and shear blades for metalworking and structural steel fabrication. In addition, the company supplies precision tooling and custom die components to the stamping, roll forming and metal-forming industries. American Punch is proud to be ISO-certified, demonstrating a high level of commitment to quality in manufacturing and customer service. Quality tooling combined with superior customer service make American Punch the right choice for your tooling needs.
American Welding Society Booth 8099 Miami, FL Ph: 305.443.9353 Toll Free: 800.443.9353 www.aws.org The American Welding Society (AWS) was founded in 1919 as a non-profit organization with a global mission to advance the science, technology and applications of welding and allied cutting processes, including brazing, soldering and thermal spraying. In 2014, AWS opened AWS Asia based in Hong Kong, China with a second office in Beijing. AWS offers industry-respected certifications, industry-trusted technical standards development, technical standards sales, education, membership and expositions.
Anatomic Iron Steel Detailing Booth 8069 North Vancouver, BC, Canada Ph: 604.841.0555 Fax: 604.929.1393 www.anatomiciron.com Anatomic Iron Steel Detailing specializes in complex steel detailing, design-detailing, connection design, BIM services, design consulting and 3D modeling. We operate both Tekla and SDS2. Our team-oriented approach with our staff and clients has resulted in an outstanding track record of completing high profile complex projects accurately and on time. With over 80 staff, we can detail over 5,000 tons of structural steel per month. Please review our website or call to discuss our project history.
Applied Bolting Technology, Inc. Booth 7083 Bellows Falls, VT Ph: 802.460.3100 Toll Free: 800.552.1999 www.appliedbolting.com Applied Bolting Technology produce s DuraSqu irt DTIs that economize steel erection and modularization, while adhering to RCSC/AISC structural bolting specifications. Visit the Applied Bolting Technology booth to learn what Bechtel, Fluor, CB&I, Kiewit and PCL already know.
SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 Armatherm Booth 7080 New Bedford, MA Toll Free: 800.580.3984 www.armatherm.com Armatherm thermal break materials provide a combination of low thermal conductivity and high compressive strength and have been designed and tested to prevent thermal bridging. Armatherm solutions can be used anywhere a penetration or transition exists in the building envelope creating a thermal bridge. Solutions to minimize heat loss include balcony, canopy, parapet, masonry shelf angle, cladding/Z-girt connections. Armatherm has been proven through three dimensional modeling to reduce heat loss in wall assemblies, transitions and structural connections throughout the building envelope.
Atema, Inc. Booth 7113 Chicago, IL Ph: 312.861.3000 www.atema.com Atema is dedicated to providing quality related training and assistance for the structural steel industry with a specialty in AISC, AWS and ISO certification/registration programs. Atema provides pre-assessment s, on-call assistance; onsite custom ized training programs, and executive management assistance to the managers of structural steel firms. With headquarters in Chicago Illinois, U.S., Atema is positioned with other global corporations as an international company. Atema’s projects and clients reach across four continents and eight countries worldwide.
Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries Booth 7071 Chicago, IL Ph: 800.733.5683 Toll Free: 800.733.5683 Fax: 312.275.1596 www.atlastube.com
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AZZ Metal Coatings Booth 7096 Fort Worth, TX Ph: 817.810.0095 www.azzgalvanizing.com AZZ M etal Coat ings, a division of AZZ Inc., headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, owns and operates 41 hot dip galvanizing plants strategically located across the U.S. and Canada. With kettles ranging from 16 ft to 62 ft in length, we can easily handle a wide variety of material sizes. With our network of plants we are able to accommodate the largest projects with customized turnaround time at a competitive price. In addition to our exclusive GalvXtra process, we now offer Natina Steel, mobile vapor blasting and metalizing and Galvabar.
Baco Enterprises, Inc. Booth 3013 Bronx, NY Ph: 718.589.6225 Toll Free: 800.622.BACO Fax: 718.991.6647 www.bacoent.com Baco Enterprises Inc. stands proudly as the only bolt manufacturer in NYC. The premier supplier of high quality fasteners, structural bolts, and related materials that bring structures to life. We also supply steel shapes, threaded rod and anchor bolts, misc. steel fabrication, safety and related products.
Atlas Tube is the largest hollow structural section (HSS) manufacturer in North America with plants located in Chicago, Illinois and Harrow, Ontario, Canada. Known for flexible manufacturing and products that include A500 HSS, Jumbo HSS and A1085 HSS, Atlas Tube routinely develops tools for engineers designing with HSS. We manufacture HSS squares from 1 ×1 to 22×22, rectangles from 2 ×1 to 20×12 and rounds from 1.315 in. to 20 in. in wall thickness from 0.083 in. to 0.875 in.
BDS VirCon Booth 6124 Tempe, AZ Ph: 480.703.2742 www.bdsvircon.com
Autodesk, Inc. Booth 7065 San Rafeal, CA Ph: 844.262.9170 www.autodesk.com/advancesteel
Behringer Saws, Inc. Booth 2054 Morgantown, PA Ph: 610.286.9777 Toll Free: 888.234.7464 www.behringersaws.com
Autodesk Advance Steel software is easy-to-us e and comprehensive software for structural steel detailing built on the Autodesk AutoCAD platform. Intelligent 3D modeling tools help you accelerate more accurate design and detailing, and help speed time to fabrication by automatically generating shop drawings and deliverables. Interoperability with Autodesk Revit software supports a more connected BIM workflow.
ArcelorMittal International Booth 6070 Chicago, IL Ph: 312.899.3500 www.arcelormittal.com Arcelo rMitta l is the world’s larges t produc er of struct ural steel shapes and has served the U.S. market for more than 80 years. Our ASTM A913/50, 65 and 70 steel offers superior characteristics, including high yield strengths, excellent toughness, and outstanding weldability—in most cases without preheating. We produce all domestically rolled wide-flange sections in addition to numerous heavy W14s, W36s and W40s that are not available domestically.
AVEVA has combined AVEVA Bocad, the most powerful, productive and complete structural steel detailing software, with AVEVA FabTrol, the global market- leading steel fabrica tion management software. The result is the world’s most powerful and integrated end-to-end solution available for the steel fabrication industry. Only such an integrated solution delivers class-leading design capabilities with full control and visibility of an efficient fabrication workflow for the most rapid, profitable and high-quality projects.
AVEVA, Inc. Booth 6033 Houston, TX Ph: 713.977.1225 Toll Free: 800.455.3917 www.aveva.com
BDS VirCon is a 50 year old global detailing and Building Information Modeling (BIM) firm with 250 detailers in four continents, specializing in large complex construction projects requiring high technical competency and a large staff of experienced personnel. We have vast BIM and detailing expertise with a demonstrable track-record of major projects with leading companies that include project owners, engineers, EPCM firms, general contractors and fabricators in North America, Europe and Australia.
Behringer Saws is a manufacturer of high-performance bandsawing machines, circular cold saws and structural fabricating equipment. With over 85 years in metal saw manufacturing, Behringer has clearly positioned itself as the technological leader in the industry. This, coupled with synergistic manufacturing capabilities, commitment to excellence and a mindset of not taking shortcuts, keeps it on the forefront of quality.
Beijing Jinzhaobo High Strength Fastener Co., Ltd. Booth 8103 Beijing, China Ph: 0086.10.60553140 www.goodbolts.com Manufacturer of structural bolts (A325, A490), TC bolts (F1852 F2280), welding studs, anchor bolts, etc. We have ISO 9001 and CE certificates.
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THE STEEL CONFERENCE SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 BendTec, Inc. Booth 5112 Duluth, MN Ph: 218.722.0205 Toll Free: 800.BENDTEC www.bendtec.com
Bluearc Stud Welding Booth 6080 Braselton, GA Ph: 770.513.2066 Toll Free: 877.824.7883 www.bluearcstudwelding.com
BendTec has been servicing the steel industry for 100 years and designed the first induction bending machine in North America. We are a leader in induction bending and fabrication of tubular members for a variety of structural and architectural applications, fabrications, design and engineering. Fabrication services: engineering (including layout and weld procedure development), hot/cold bending, welding, machining, heat treating, blasting/painting, nondestructive examination. Products: roof/Vierendeel trusses, parabolic/bridge arches, longradius bends, light/power poles, signs and window mullions.
Bluearc Stud Welding is one of only a few manufacturers that offer complete stud welding solutions. Bluearc not only provides cutting-edge equipment technology that we design and build ourselves, but we also provide state-of-the-art weld stud fasteners and other innovative stud weld fastening solutions. You can rely on Bluearc Stud Welding to find the best solutions for you regardless of what brand of stud welding equipment you may be using. At Bluearc, we pride ourselves on providing application expertise, exceptional customer service and value-added assembly services to help you meet your most demanding fastening requirements. We were the first domestic manufacturer to introduce digital welding technology for quick, easy stud welding with greater productivity.
Bentley Systems, Inc. Booth 6130 Exton, PA Ph: 610.458.5000 Toll Free: 800.BENTLEY www.bentley.com Bentley is a global leader dedicated to providing architects, engineers, geospatial professionals, constructors and owneroperators with comprehensive software solutions for sustaining infrastructure. Founded in 1984, Bentley has more than 3,000 colleagues in over 50 countries and more than $600 million in annual revenues, and since 2006 has invested more than $1 billion in research, development and acquisitions.
Birmingham Fastener Booth 6090 Birmingham, AL Ph: 205.595.3511 Toll Free: 800.695.3511 www.bhamfast.com Birmingham Fastener, Inc., is a full-line distributor of structural fasteners for the domestic and international makers. We have a manufacturing facility in Birmingham, Alabama, that enables us to provide you with non-standard structural bolting and any type of welded assembly, threaded rod, or bent anchor bolt you might need. We currently have branches in: Dallas, Huntsville, Alabama, Jacksonville, Florida, and Mobile, Alabama.
Birmingham Rail & Locomotive Booth 6086 Birmingham, AL Ph: 205.424.7245 Toll Free: 800.241.2260 www.birminghamrail.com Birmingham Rail and Locomotive supplies rail and accessories for overhead cranes and railroad applications. All common and many hard-to-find sections are available along with materials required to put rail into service. The locomotive division provides service, repair and rebuilds along with parts for modern and older locomotives.
Blair Corporation Booth 7087 Conroe, TX Ph: 832.928.9655 www.blairwirerope.com Blair Corporation specializes in the fabrication of stainless steel cables for hand rails in cable railing projects. We supply high performance wire ropes, Casar and Bridon, as well as aircraft cable, cable rail and accessories, cable clamps, and turnbuckles used in safety.
Bluebeam, Inc. Booth 8083 Pasadena, CA Ph: 626.788.4100 Toll Free: 866.496.2140 www.bluebeam.com Bluebeam Revu provides powerful PDF solutions that digitize workflows and speed up productivity across departments, including detailing, estimating and production. Create and redline 2D and 3D PDFs with industry-standard markups, create custom stamps, and perform takeoffs with calibrated measurement and count tools. Respond to RFIs, create submittals, and complete punchlists faster than ever before. Collaborate in real time from your desktop, tablet PC or iPad using Revu’s cloudbased solution, Bluebeam Studio.
Bosworth Steel Erectors Booth 8106 Dallas, TX Ph: 214.371.3700 Fax: 214.371.1020 www.bosworthsteel.com Bosworth Steel Erectors, Inc. is an industry innovator in complex steel construction. From project conception to implementation and completion we lead the way with experience, knowledge, and leadership. Since 1995, our team of ironworkers, engineers, estimators and construction supervisors have successfully met the most demanding challenges of projects across the nation. For projects of any size, Bosworth Steel Erectors continues to provide unparalleled service for commercial construction clients.
Bradken, Inc. Booth 5077 Kansas City, MO Ph: 816.270.0724 www.bradken.com Cast steel connections: Bradken understands the structural market and is experienced with single node/casting projects; with hundreds of structural elements and millions of pounds of steel castings. We are an AISC associate member. We understand exposed structural steel. We understand non-destructive testing and we understand material strength requirements. Bradken offers design assist and through our structural engineering partners can provide complete connection consultation.
Brown Consulting Services, Inc. Booth 7076 Houston, TX Ph: 281.260.9749 www.steelconnectiondesign.com Professional structural engineering firm specializing in connection design calculations and shop drawing supervision for structural steel, steel stairs and miscellaneous steel projects. Licensed in 46 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Brown offers additional services including: structural design, forensic engineering, expert witness testimony, light-gauge steel calculations, project pricing and quick turnaround. Contact:
[email protected]. Make Brown “Your Engineering Connection.”
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exhibitors Buckner Companies Booth 6076 Graham, NC Ph: 336.376.8888 Toll Free: 800.848.6234 www.bucknercompanies.com Since 1947, Buckner has provided quality workmanship, met demanding schedules, and completed complex projects in major markets. Hankook Tire, Continental Tire, Suncoast Credit Union Arena, and University of Georgia Indoor Practice Facility are recent accomplishments. Buckner is an AISC Certified Erector ranked in the top 10 by ENR for over a decade. Adding to its accomplishments Buckner has been awarded—with three “Projects of the Year” from SEAA and two “Projects of the Year” from SC&RA. Buckner’s family of businesses consists of—Buckner Steel Erection, Buckner HeavyLift Cranes, Buckner Industrial Rigging.
Bull Moose Tube Company Booth 6099 Chesterfield, MO Ph: 636.537.2600 Toll Free: 800.325.4467 www.bullmoosetube.com Manufacturer of hollow structural sections (HSS) from 2 in. square to 12 in. square and corresponding rectangles. Charpy V-Notch HSS available in wall thickness up to 0.625 in. Largest metric HSS producer in North America. HSS available in additional yield strengths of 70, 80, 100 and 110 KSI. HSS available in weathering grade steel.
Burnco Mfg., Inc. – Prodevco Robotic Solutions Booth 2070 Vaughan, ON, Canada Ph: 905.761.6155 Fax: 905.761.9811 www.prodevcoind.com PCR42 Advanced Robotic Plasma Steel Cutting Prodevco offers the PCR42 advanced robotic plasma steel cutting system with plasma cutting of standard structural steel profiles, and round tubes from 4 in. to 26 in., cuts copes, notches, holes and weld preps, splits beams, and scribes and marks on all four faces of H-beams, channels, angles, HSS and plates using automated robotic technology. All-in-one system reduces fabrication time, manpower and materials to meet ever yone’s goal: lower manufacturing costs.
CADeploy, Inc. Booth 6087 San Ramon, CA Ph: 408.375.9200 www.cadeploy.com CADeploy, Inc., an AISC Associate member and a California corporation, offers structural steel detail, design, connection design and PEMB engineering services to steel fabricators across U.S. and Canada. Our team of 600+ detailers, modelers, checkers and connection engineers, specialize in structural and miscellaneous projects across industrial, commercial, residential, power plants and many other industries, using Tekla, SDS/2, Advance Steel, AutoCAD, and many other tools. We take pride in delivering quality service on time. Reach us at
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CAMBCO, Inc. Booth 5031 Houston, TX Ph: 713.781.9702 www.cambcoinc.com CAMBCO—The original cambering machine since 1984! Cambco offers eight cambering machine models to fulfill any cambering requirement from small commercial buildings to highway bridges. We offer the complete cambering machine as well as a “Do it Yourself Hydraulics Kit” for each model. Conveyor-fed and powered rollers also available on most models. Contact us for additional information. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
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exhibitors Canam Buildings Booth 7077 Point of Rocks, MD Ph: 866.466.8769 www.canam-construction.com Expert in designing, manufacturing and developing products with clients and partners to make building construction a simple and reliable process, meeting deadlines in a timely manner. Steel structures, floors, walls or building envelopes, our solutions are focused, above all, on simplicity for construction sites without surprises.
Cast Connex Corporation Booth 6069 New York, NY Ph: 416.806.3521 www.castconnex.com Cast Connex is the supplier of off-the-shelf connection solutions for structural steel, including brace end connectors for use in SCBF (high strength connectors), sculpted clevis-type connectors and tapers for AESS (universal pin connectors and architectural tapers), and high-ductility yielding connectors for use in the retrofit of seismically deficient structures or as a yielding fuse in any other structural configuration (Scorpion Yielding Connectors). Cast Conne x also designs and supplies custom cast steel structural nodes and components for use in building and bridge structures.
Cerbaco, Ltd. Booth 6062 Frenchtown, NJ Ph: 908.996.1333 www.cerbaco.com Cerbaco’s line of 500+ configurations of non-metallic weld backings permit finished-quality, full-penetration welds from one side. For use with structural steel, shipbuilding, pipeline, pressure vessel and tank manufacturing. Backings work with MIG, TIG, stick electrode, sub arc and flux core welding processes to weld carbon and alloy steel, stainless and aluminum. Where one-sided welding is not desirable, backings eliminate arc gouging or heavy grinding prior to second-side welding.
Chicago Clamp Company Booth 7121 Broadview, IL Ph: 708.343.8311 www.chicagoclampcompany.com Chicago Clamp Company provides an innovative method for framing roof openings and supporting rooftop loads with no welding or drilling. This standardized method for connecting joists and beams allows structural engineers to focus on load distribution rather than attachment apparatus or welding concerns. With up to 4,000 lb of capacity per system, it is ideal for the safe and economical framing and installation of rooftop units, sky lights, exhaust fans and vents.
Chicago Metal Rolled Products Booth 7141 Chicago, IL Ph: 773.523.5757 Toll Free: 800.798.4504 www.cmrp.com Curving of every size of angle, bar, channel, tee and beam up to W44×335 the hard way (x-x axis) on the world’s largest beam bender. Tube and pipe bending up to 30 in. OD. Rectangular tubing up to 20 in. × 20 in. Low-deformation, thin-wall bending. Single radius bending in one plane, as well as off-axis and multi-axis bends; multi-radius bends; true, helical coils; and plumb, circular stair stringers. Hard way, easy way and every way in between. Plate rolling up to 2 in. × 12 ft and 1 in. plate × 20 ft wide. High-accuracy straightening of beams and tees.
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SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 Cleveland City Forge Booth 8045 Wellington, OH Ph: 440.647.5400 Toll Free: 800.431.4350 www.clevelandcityforge.com
Combilift USA Booth 5080 Greensboro, NC Ph: 336.378.8884 Toll Free: 877.266.2456 www.combilift.com
Cleveland City Forge, an innovative American manufacturing and engineering company, combines product development with production to produce standard and custom structural steel components that include forging, machining and distribution. Along with custom components , st andard products include: clevises, clevis pins and recessed pins, turnbuckles, turnbuckles with fittings, threaded rods, rod ends, eye nuts, eye bolts, yokes, swage: sockets, sleeves buttons, and heavy hex nuts. Our products can also be grouped to create complete assemblies ready for installation.
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Forged Steel Structural Hardware Cleveland Punch & Die Co. Booth 5085 Ravenna, OH Ph: 330.296.4342 Toll Free: 800.451.4342 www.clevelandpunch.com The Cleveland Punch & Die Company is the world leader in manufacturing punches, dies and shear blades in the steel industry. All of our products are proudly manufactured in the U.S. Original equipment manufacturers continue to trust and recommend our products to meet and surpass our customer’s expectations for all steel applications. Our customers continue to trust and rely on our most experienced and friendly engineering and customer service support team in the industry. We are proud of our 137 years of quality, experience and tradition. Contact:
[email protected]. Customer service hours: 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. EST.
CloudCalc, Inc. Booth 8095 Houston, TX Ph: 713.623.1263 www.cloudcalc.com CloudCalc, Inc., is delivering structural engineering software over the Cloud. Analyze steel structures against the requirements of AISC standards while taking advantage of the device independence, mobility, collaboration, licensing flexibility, IT cost savings and timelier updates that only the Cloud can bring. Visit our website to learn how you can use CloudCalc to save time and money on your structural analyses.
Color Works Painting, Inc. Booth 8131 New Castle, DE Ph: 302.324.8411 Fax: 302.324.8464 www.colorworkspainting.com Color Works Painting, Inc. is an enclosed SSPC-QP3 certified shop. Established in 1993, Color Works has the experience, knowledge and capabilities to handle massive structures, specializing in Duplex paint systems, AESS, DOT and bridge projects. We staff NACE Level 3 QC inspectors, guaranteeing your project meets specifications. Safety is always first, and our team has been honored to receive six (6) National Safety Awards. We believe in “Sa fety, Qual ity and Service Through Teamwork.”
Specialist forklift and straddle carrier manufacturer Combilift produces a wide range of customized handling solutions, all of which are designed for the safe, space-saving and very productive handling of the long and bulky loads like those handled in the steel industry. Four-way Combilifts work as counterbalance, sideloader and narrow-aisle forklifts. The Combi-SC (Straddle Carrier) is the cost-effective solution for the handling of containers and oversized loads. Capacity from 3,200 lb to 180,000 lb.
ComSlab Booth 6127 Concord, ON, Canada Ph: 855.787.1980 www.comslab-usa.com ComSlab is a long-span and shallow composite floor system that helps structural steel compete with the low floor-to-floor concrete designs. ComSlab is a lightweight assembly that has UL listed exposed and unrestrained ratings of 1, 2 and 3 hours for spans of 30+ feet! It’s ideal for all elevated floor construction such as hotels, schools, office, high-rise, multiresidential and medical buildings.
Connect-EZ/Tincher’s Welding Booth 8089 Harveysburg, OH Ph: 937.903.7836 www.theconnect-ez.com The Connect-EZ product line of engineered connection devices eliminates field welding! Designed to meet the strictest code requirements, architects and engineers have specified Connect-EZ with confidence. The simplicity of the devices reduces design time, eliminates the uncertainities of field welding of critical connections and assures easy, reliable visual inspections. Fabricated to the highest-quality standards, Connect-EZ products have proven to provide contractors economies in equipment and labor while offering engineers peace of mind and reduced liability.
Controlled Automation, Inc. Booth 5054 Bryant, AR Ph: 501.557.5109 www.controlledautomation.com Controlled Automation is a customer-driven company specializing in the design and manufacture of superior fabricating equipment. Our mission, as a team, is to strengthen and grow through the success of our customers while offering them constant respect, gratitude and a quality product. Along with new machinery, we offer material handling systems to compliment each of our machines. All machines, software, and controls are designed, manufactured, and supported entirely in the United States.
ConXtech, Inc. Booth 7095 Pleasanton, CA Ph: 510.264.9111 www.conxtech.com ConXtech offers ConX, a “Chassis Based Modular” structural steel system for rapid delivery of healthcare, hospitality, data center, high-density residential, commercial and industrial structures. With ConX connections, beams are simply lowered and locked onto columns, resulting in safer, faster assembly. The modular ConX System, with standardized processes and advanced manufacturing, produces structures with unprecedented efficiency, precision and quality. The ConX System is AISC codified, OSHPD approved and has delivered over 10 million sq. ft of structure to date.
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exhibitors Core Brace, LLC Booth 6034 West Jordan, UT Ph: 801.280.0701 www.corebrace.com CoreBrace buckling-restrained braces (BRBs) are a cost effective solution to improve the seismic performance of structures. This highly ductile system has been used in hundreds of projects for earthquake risk mitigation. CoreBrace’s expert staff works closely with owners, architects, engineers, fabricators and erectors to meet their design and construction requirements and is committed to providing braces to the highest level of quality. CoreBrace dedicated BRB fabrication facility helps ensure the highest quality and post-event traceability.
Cosen Saws Booth 5088 Charlotte, NC Ph: 704.943.1030 Toll Free: 877.SAWING.1 www.cosensaws.com 2016 was a celebration of 40 years in business. Cosen saws continues to expand its offerings as one of the world’s largest professional band saw manufacturers. Today, Cosen manufactures over 100 different saw models and with the recent development of MechaLogix machine performance cloud-based software, Cosen paves the way for future technology within the industry. Cosen’s markets expand internationally to over 80 countries through authorized distributors for the metal cutting industry. More than 82,000 Cosen band saws have been sold to all five continents including Germany and Japan.
CS Unitec Booth 8107 Norwalk, CT Ph: 203.853.9522 Toll Free: 800.700.5919 www.csunitec.com Manufacturer of electric, hydraulic and pneumatic power tools including metal working tools for construction and industrial applications. Metal working tools include portable magnetic drills, annular cutters, portable saws, nut runners, drive motors and tube expansion motors. Extensive line of surface finishing and fabrication tools for grinding, polishing, beveling and deburring stainless steel, steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous metals. Wide range of surface preparation tools include needle scalers, hand-held and walk-behind scarifiers and steel deck hammers.
The CWB Group Booth 8084 Milton, ON, Canada Ph: 800.844.6790 www.cwbgroup.org The CWB Group is an industry-supported, regulatory body providing welder testing and certification, management systems registration and training services to over 6,800 companies in 41 countries, including the United States. The CWB Group provides a comprehensive and integrated set of services to the welding and joining industry internationally. Visit www.cwbgroup.org for more information.
D-MAC SAME DAY Steel Deck Booth 5067 Alpharetta, GA Ph: 770.664.7120 Toll Free: 800.878.3622 www.samedaysteeldeck.com D-MAC SAME DAY Steel Deck specializes is solving your steel deck emergencies with same day shipment of steel deck and accessories fabricated to your specifications. With over 1.2 million square feet of steel deck available at our 25 locations, D-MAC has been helping fabricators and erectors avoid costly jobsite delays for over 26 years!
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SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 DACS, Inc. Booth 8094 Portsmouth, VA Ph: 866.286.6215 www.dacsinc.com DACS, Inc., with a plant strategically located in Portsmouth, VA, manufactures roof and floor decking. Since 1987 DACS has been providing the construction industry with affordable products and quality services. Our continued growth is fueled by loyal customers and innovative products. With a full line of roof products, including deep decks and cellular decks, as well as composite and non-composite floor decks, DACS is sure to satisfy all your decking needs. Please note we also offer our products in carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum!
Daito U.S.A., Inc. Booth 1041 Elk Grove Village, IL Ph: 847.437.6788 Fax: 847.437.6789 www.daitousa.com Daito is focused on metal cutting, drilling and plasma cutting machines and has become the most technologically advanced machine producer in its field. Along with being the world’s top manufacturer in its field, Daito is geared toward customer satisfaction by supporting our customers with our knowledgeable and responsive sales, applications and our sales personnel.
Danny’s Construction Company, LLC Booth 8063 Shakopee, MN Ph: 952.445.4143 Toll Free: 877.451.9627 www.dannysconstruction.com
Delta Structural Steel Services Group Booth 8021 Idaho Falls, ID Ph: 208.528.6110 www.degroup.com Delta Structural Steel Services Group has been providing the highest-quality steel detailing available for 20+ years. Delta performs all its work in the United States using licensed copies of SDS/2 and Tekla. Delta strives to form a partnership with all its clients, to achieve accurate, on time and on budget results. No matter the size of the project, let Delta be a part of your successful team.
Design Data Booths 7017 | 7025 Lincoln, NE Ph: 402.441.4000 Toll Free: 800.443.0782 www.sds2.com Design Data’s SDS/2 software solutions are a unique, discipline-driven family of software products that provide the construction industry with a more intelligent way to increase both productivity and profits. SDS/2 software produces smarter models and diverse solutions that empower users to analyze structures, design connections, and detail steel to create construction drawings.
AISC Advanced Certified Steel Erector specializing in fast-track, complex projects. Bridges, stadiums, arenas, retrofit, commercial and industrial.
Davi, Inc. Booth 2081 Dallas, TX Ph: 972.661.0288 Toll Free: 888.282.3284 www.davi.com More than ever, applied technology is being called upon to solve manufacturing’s quest for global competitiveness. The challenge is to locate the best technology and to gather them in one place for consultation. DAVI, unique in plate roll and angle roll industry, makes this available at our own U.S. Customer Support Center, located in Dallas, TX.
DEICON Booth 7089 Dayton, OH Ph: 937.885.4134 www.deicon.com DEICON specializes in vibration control as well as advanced feedback controls. DEICON provides the most effective passive and active vibration control solutions including, but not limited to, tuned mass dampers, damping posts, and vibration isolation systems, customized to meet our clients’ needs. DEICON’s solutions are based on engineering and scientific principles, shaped by years of experience and optimized according to our customers’ budgetary and time constraints.
DFW Grating Booth 5101 Dallas, TX Ph: 214.630.0033 Fax: 214.630.0040 www.dfwgrating.com DFW Grating is North America’s leading manufacturer and fabricator of grating products. Our lines consist of bar grating (Premier Grate), diamond safety grating (Premier Diamond), and round hole safety grating (Premier Grip). Our mission is to provide the highest quality grating products and be the most cost effective solution provider. We welcome the opportunity to partner on any projects requiring grating for steps, platforms, or walkways for use on OEM equipment or in plant maintenance.
DGS Technical Services, Inc. Booth 8121 Elgin, IL Ph: 630.539.8200 www.dgsts.com DGSTS, Inc., Elgin, Illinois, has become a well-known steel detailing company among the fabrication industry and is emerging as one of the leading design and detailing companies in the U.S. and Canadian markets. Currently we have 600+ detailers, professional engineers and several project management teams along with a separate team for quality assurance headed by a PEng. Our services extended to design services besides steel detailing using SDS/2, Tekla and AutoCAD. Working with large fabricators like Cives, Gayle Manufacturing Company, Steelfab, MacDougall Steel, E&H Steel Corp, Prospect Steel, Providential Fab, etc. has helped us in implementing the best industry standards and processes in the detailing industry which in itself is a testimonial for our commitment on quality and delivery. This year our presence is bigger at NASCC: The Steel Conference, with our management team and detailing experts present at the show. We welcome you to visit us in booth 8121.
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THE STEEL CONFERENCE SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 Dlubal Software, Inc. Booth 8073 Philadelphia, PA Ph: 267.702.2815 www.dlubal.com Dlubal offers powerful programs for structural and dynamic analysis of multiple materials including steel, concrete, aluminum, timber, CLT and glass per the U.S./International standards. The 3D FEA program RFEM efficiently and accurately performs non-linear analyses of member, plate and solid elements. RFEM is one of the most highly sophisticated yet user-friendly programs especially suitable for new users with its intuitive m odeling workflow. Experience why more than 5,000 companies and universities worldwide trust in Dlubal Software.
Dowco Consultants, Ltd. Booth 4119 Surrey, BC, Canada Ph: 604.606.5800 Fax: 604.574.3827 www.dowco.com Since 1970, Dowco has grown from a 3-person operation to become one of the largest 3D modeling, detailing and virtual construction service providers in the world. Established in British Columbia, Canada, the company today employs more than 330 staff across nine offices and five countries. Dowco’s history, heritage, and success can be explained simply: we work hard to get to know our customers, to develop a connection and to understand their needs. Above all else, Dowco is dedicated to bringing integrity and trust back to the design and construction industry.
Eastern Pneumatics & Hydraulics, Inc./ McCann Equipment, Ltd. Booth 6094 Salem, NH Ph: 603.893.7662 Toll Free: 800.356.5624 www.ephtools.com EPH Specializes in steel erector and torque tools such as: Tone electric; TorqFusion pneumatic, electric and battery; Torcup SPX Power Team hydraulic wrenches, cylinders and pumps; Skidmore-Wilhelm bolt tension calibrator; Kabo torque wrenches and torque testers; and Klein drift pins up to 19 ⁄ 16 in., structural wrenches and accessories. We operate an ISO 17025:2005 accredited calibration facility for repair, calibration and certification with NIST traceability. We also have the capability to service virtually any make and model torque tool.
EHS Momentum, LLC Booth 3123 Dallas, TX Ph: 469.999.2500 www.ehsmomentum.com EHS Momentum provides compliance and safety consulting and software services. Our proprietary software tool empowers any size company to implement a comprehensive safety management and inspection system using existing headcount. Our easy-to-use mobile tool drives employee accountability, program visibility and operational efficiency into your business.
Engineering Ministries International Booth 8141 Colorado Springs, CO Ph: 812.343.3108 www.emiusa.org Engineering Ministries International (eMi) is an organization of engineers and architects who offer a technical design service to Christian Missionaries serving the poorest of the poor in thirdworld countries. The volunteers pay their own trip expenses, don’t charge for their design services and come along side a missionary who wants to build something that is complicated enough to require professional expertise. The services are offered on short-term mission trips.
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EPIC Metals Booth 8086 Pittsburgh, PA Ph: 412.351.3913 Toll Free: 877.696.3742 Fax: 412.351.2018 www.epicmetals.com EPIC Metals is the architectural choice for exposed structural roof and floor deck ceiling systems. Our products contribute to LEED certification and address uncluttered long spans up to 58 feet, interior acoustical control, and various appearance options. Toris, Wideck, Archdeck, and Envista offer architectural features to enhance any project.
Ercolina – CML USA, Inc. Booth 5086 Davenport, IA Ph: 563.391.7700 www.ercolina-usa.com CML USA, Inc. is the North American supplier of Ercolina tube, pipe and profile bending and metalworking machinery. CML has experienced sales, service and support staff ready to offer positive application solutions for today’s fabricator. Ercolina’s affordable tubing benders and fabricating machinery reliably and accurately produce your applications increasing profit and improving product quality and finish.
Esskay Design and Structures Pvt., Ltd. Booth 6098 Vienna, VA Ph: 408.625.7256 Ph: 703.310.6270 www.esskaystructures.com We are one of the leading structural steel detailing services company with over 100 engineers. We are an AISC Associate member and are capable of detailing both commercial and industrial structures and catering to the following sectors: oil and gas, sports, paint booths, power plants, etc. We use Trimble Tekla Structures for our detailing services and have 56 licenses. This year we have successfully completed the 16,500 tons “Miami Dolphins Stadium Renovations” project, a very complex roof structure.
Exact Detailing Booth 6084 Victoria, BC, Canada Ph: 250.590.5244 www.exactdetailing.com Exact Detailing Ltd. is quickly becoming western Canada’s premier specialist in steel detailing, 3D modeling and BIM survey services. Exact provides timely, accurate, and affordable detailing services in metric or imperial measures. The company prides itself in producing material that is fully compliant with AISC and CISC standards. Exact also provides a f ull suite of other services including project management/coordination, data managment, and state of the art surveying through one of its strategic partners.
Fabreeka International, Inc. Booth 6066 Stoughton, MA Ph: 781.341.3655 Toll Free: 800.322.7352 www.fabreeka.com Fabreeka provides vibration isolation solutions including structural bearing pads and expansion bearings for bridges and buildings and thermal insulation material (TIM), a load-bearing thermal break that prevents heat and cold bridging while maintaining structural integrity. Fabreeka’s experience in vibration control includes the dynamic response of steel fabrications and support structures. Services include measuring building floor vibration, displacement response of floors/mezzanines and modeling of structures to predict performance. Capabilities include NASTRAN and finite element analysis.
exhibitors FabSuite Booth 6039 Williamsburg, VA Ph: 757.645.0842 www.fabsuite.com The software of choice for steel fabrication management. FabSuite is a comprehensive set of software modules working together seamlessly to enhance your productivity and increase your profitability. FabSuite offers industry standard functionality along with cutting edge capabilities such as our Remote Link and Inspection Module features. Plus, we back it up with a dedicated team comprised of industry experts with real industry experience. FabSuite sets the standard for steel fabrication management software. Visit us and find out why our clients are the most loyal in the industry.
Fein Power Tools, Inc. Booth 7085 Pittsburgh, PA Ph: 412.922.8886 Toll Free: 800.441.9878 www.feinus.com C. & E. Fein GmbH invented the world’s first power tool—the electric hand drill—in 1895. Today Fein is a power tool manufacturer with an international reputation. Fein develops and produces application solutions for the metalworking, interior construction, and automotive sectors for industry and trades. Fein products are distributed worldwide through 19 international subsidiaries and more than 50 agents. For over 140 years, the Fein brand has stood for application solutions and premium quality.
Ficep Corporation Booth 5036 Forest Hill, MD Ph: 410.588.5800 www.ficepcorp.com Ficep Corporation is currently the largest manufacturer of structural steel and plate fabrication systems and software. Ficep offers over 100 different CNC systems to achieve the optimum solution to any specific fabricator’s application. In addition to the different CNC work centers, Ficep totally integrates custom designed material handling systems for “intelligent steel fabrication” without the requirement for multiple operator involvement.
Freedom Tools, LLC Booth 5141 Mesa, AZ Ph: 480.250.5266 Fax: 480.471.8017 www.freedomtoolsllc.net Freedom Tools LLC has had their E-Z Joist Release tools on the steel construction market for nearly eight years and their E-Z Beam Release tools for two years. In that time our existing customers are relating nothing but positive good things about our tools. Recognized as a Hot Product in Modern Steel Con- struction magazine in 2010. Safety is our #1 goal.
G&J Hall Tools Booth 8081 St. Louis, MO Ph: 314.968.5040 Toll Free: 877.628.9271 Fax: 314.968.5543 www.gjhalltools.com Primary manufacturer of mag drills, annular cutters, and other cutting tools including step drills. We have been manufacturing and selling around the world for over 75 years, with proven product quality and unmatched product innovation. Our cutters are made using world renowned Sheffield steel and while this is of the highest quality, our pricing remains competitive with anyone in the industry. Our capabilities include manufacturing specials, as well as magnetic drill features not offered by anyone in the industry. Modern
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exhibitors G.W.Y., Inc. Booth 6071 Greenfield, NH Ph: 603.547.3800 Toll Free: 888.838.6500 www.gwyinc.com GWY, Inc., a woman-owned small business, is a global leader in solutions for bolt installation. Our TN tools make turn-of-nut and DTI installations simpler than ever. In addition to TC Shear wrenches we offer electric torque tools up to 7,400 ft-lb and torque multipliers, both available with digital output—perfect where QC, reporting and precision are important. We also specialize in tools for custom applications. We offer sales, rental, repair, calibration and consulting services.
Gantrex, Inc. Booth 8077 Pittsburgh, PA Ph: 412.655.1400 Toll Free: 800.242.6873 www.gantrex.com Gantrex, Inc., is the North American office of the worldwide Gantrex Group. We provide solutions to crane runway problems by producing products including crane rail, rail clips, rail pad, crane girder tiebacks and hydraulic bumpers. The Gantrex Soft Mount Solution is the leading rail and runway fastening system in the world. Come by our booth and see the new RailLok engineered, adjustable rail clip.
Gerard Daniel Worldwide Booth 8100 Hanover, PA Ph: 717.637.5901 Toll Free: 800.232.3332 www.gdwarchproducts.com Gerard Daniel Worldwide, Inc. is one of the largest wire mesh distributors in the world. The Architectural Products Division is focused on fabricating wire mesh infill panels for the miscellaneous metals industry. We combine in house capabilities to weave and weld wire mesh along with a fabrication shop experienced in the construction of panels of many different types.
GERB Vibration Control Systems Booth 6077 Lisle, IL Ph: 630.724.1660 Toll Free: 888.454.GERB www.gerb.com With a company history of over 100 years, GERB is dedicated to vibration and seismic control of buildings, tall structures, rail trackbeds and large machinery (e.g., steam turbines, metalforming presses, etc.). GERB tuned mass dampers (TMDs) in particular are used worldwide for the vibration control of pedestrian and wind induced vibration of long-span and slender structures (e.g., open floors, bridges, skyscrapers, etc.). GERB systems are based on well established physical principals and the Viscodamper, a viscous fluid dashpot/damper that is frictionless and can work at very low amplitudes and frequencies in all degrees of freedom.
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SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 Gerdau Booth 6059 Tampa, FL Toll Free: 800.237.0230 www.gerdau.com/northamerica Gerdau is the leading producer of long steel in the Americas and is one of the largest recyclers around the world, transforming millions of tons of scrap metal into steel products every year. Globally, the company has more than 40,000 employees and industrial operations in 13 countries, which together represent an installed capacity of more than 25 million metric tons of steel per year. In North America, Gerdau produces long steel and special steel products including beams and piling, merchant bar quality, rebar, special bar quality and wire rod products. The company serves the construction, automotive, agricultural, service center and energy markets through its vertically integrated network of steel mills, recycling and downstream processing facilities in more that 120 locations.
Girder-Slab Technologies, LLC Booth 5025 Cherry Hill, NJ Ph: 856.424.7880 Toll Free: 888.478.1100 www.girder-slab.com Utilizing proven materials that have long been used by the construction industry, the Girder-Slab system is designed by the owner’s architect and structural engineer, and is available competitively from the builder’s customary steel fabricators. The D-Beam girder is manufactured by local steel fabricators as part of a complete structural steel package. The low floorto-floor height system greatly improves construction operations and the ability to meet critical deadlines, even in cold weather, for mid- and high-rise residential structures.
Giza Booth 8027 St. Louis, MO Ph: 314.656.4615 Fax: 314.872.8531 www.gizasteel.com Giza is a connection design software that revolutionizes productivity by providing connection designs and calculations that are fully integrated with Tekla Structures. Automatically retrieve data on any connection from Tekla Structures and immediately design the connection directly in Giza and apply the changes or send the data to an engineer for design. The engineer then sends the modified data file to the detailer for import into Tekla. Developed and used by engineers and detailers.
Graitec Booth 7068 Los Angeles, CA Toll Free: 800.724.5678 www.graitec.com/us Graitec is a long standing global Autodesk Partner and independent developer of high performance BIM Solutions for the AEC, manufacturing, plant and infrastructure industries since 1986. Our extensive range of CAD, CAE and BIM software combined with the full portfolio from Autodesk are used by more than 40,000 construction professionals worldwide. Our global operations provide sales, training and technical services that support customers. Graitec also proudly carries Autodesk Authorized Training Center status as a clear reflection of quality that distinguishes Graitec from other training providers.
Grating Fasteners, LLC Booth 8061 New Orleans, LA Ph: 504.361.3471 Toll Free: 800.227.9013 www.gclips.com Grating Fasteners, LLC, specializes in producing the G-Clip line of grating fasteners. G-Clips are used to attach grating materials to structural members using simple hand tools. The entire G-Clip line of fasteners are noted industry-wide as being a cost-effective, fast and dependable way to fasten grating.
Gravotech, Inc. Booth 6097 Duluth, GA Ph: 770.623.0331 Toll Free: 800.843.7637 www.gravotech.us The Gravotech Group represents a worldwide network present in 30 countries with more than 900 employees working to provide customers with exceptional permanent marking solutions. As a global leader in durable marking technologies such as engraving, laser, micro-percussion and scribing, we utilize our expertise to develop and market equipment, software and consumables for every application, from personalization to architectural signage and industrial part marking.
Haaga USA Booth 4099 Plymouth, MA Ph: 800.242.1378 Wide area indoor/outdoor sweepers.
Hammett Technologies, LLC Booth 6088 Baltimore, MD Ph: 443.216.9999 Toll Free: 877.659.4399 Fax: 443.408.6333 www.hammett-tech.com Started in 2012, located in Baltimore, Maryland. Hammett Technologies provides flat-rate enterprise-level, fully managed cyber security, cloud, and technology services for the construction, fabrication and manufacturing industry. To our clients, we are known as a partner and not a vendor.
Harsco IKG Booth 5091 Channelview, TX Toll Free: 800.324.8417 www.harscoikg.com Harsco Industrial IKG is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality steel and aluminum bar grating with manufacturing plants throughout the United States, Mexico and China. Our skilled network of sales personnel and engineering staff is the most knowledgeable in the industry, providing consultative services and solutions to customers in a wide range of industries. Harsco Industrial IKG carries on the pioneering spirit of its founders bringing experience, quailty, long-term value-added solutions and time-tested reliability to our customers today.
Haydon Bolts, Inc. Booth 6051 Philadelphia, PA Ph: 215.537.8700 www.haydonbolts.com Haydon Bolts, Inc., is a 152-year-old leading manufacturing and distributor of all kinds of structural bolts and electric tools to the heavy steel and concrete construction industries. Haydon also manufactures large-diameter ( 5 ⁄ 8 in. to 2½ in.) hot-forged headed bolts of all grades as well as bent anchor rods and plate anchors. Haydon is now stocking fully domestic weld studs. Haydon operates out of its 60,000 square foot manufacturing and distribution facility in Philadelphia. Haydon delivers the next day from Maine to North Carolina. Haydon is an associate member of AISC.
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Hercules Bolt Company Booth 6082 Madison, TN Ph: 615.321.5020 Toll Free: 877.321.5020 www.herculesbolt.com Hercules Bolt Company is a veteran-owned, certified SBE company that is an industry leader in the manufacturing of anchor bolts, sag rods, all thread rods and studs and embeds, which are all proudly made with domestic material of all grades, alloys and sizes (bent or straight). Our strong distribution stock of structural bolts, concrete anchoring products, epoxies and our Blind Bolt and Lindapter products for HSA applications makes HBC a one-source stop for any job that needs on-time delivery with quality products. No job is too big or too small for Hercules Bolt Company.
Hilti, Inc. Booth 5107 Plano, TX Toll Free: 800.879.8000 (U.S.) Toll Free: 800.363.4458 (Canada) www.us.hilti.com www.hilti.ca Hilti is a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of quality, innovative and specialized tools and fastening systems for the professional user. With more than 1,350 highly trained Hilti account managers and engineers throughout North America and an additional 1,100 Hilti employees worldwide, Hilti expertise covers the areas of powder actuated fastening, drilling and demolition, diamond coring and cutting, measuring, firestopping, screw fastening, adhesive and mechanical anchoring and strut and hanger systems.
Holloway Steel Services Booth 4139 Saginaw, TX Ph: 817.232.8663 Toll Free: 800.869.8663 www.hollowaysteelservices.com Welcome to Holloway Steel Services. We specialize in structural steel rolling, plate rolling, ASME code vessels, shop-fabricated tanks and custom plate cutting. Holloway provides tube bending, bending of pipes, bar bending, beam bending, structural steel bending and plate rolling for OEMs and construction projects. We feature fabrication of structurally formed alloys, including tank manufacturing, plate rolling, angles, bars, bricklintel, pipe and tubes.
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Hougen Manufacturing, Inc. Booth 6022 Swartz Creek, MI Ph: 810.635.7111 Toll Free: 800.426.7818 www.hougen.com Hougen Manufacturing produces a full line of portable magnetic drills, Rotabroach annular cutters and other holemaking products for use in fabrication, production and maintenance applications. Hougen’s products are for use onsite or in the shop to help make holes easier, faster and safer.
Hutchinson Industries, Inc. Booth 8088 Trenton, NJ Ph: 609.394.1010 www.hutchinsoninc.com Is your operation hampered by vehicle downtime due to tire sidewall failures? Is tire replacement eating into you profitability? Hutchinson Industries has your solution. Hutchinson Industries the world leader in mobility solutions for militar y and commercial markets, introduces the Tire Saver Shield (TS2). The TS2 is a highly engineered product that provides a barrier between the vulnerable tire side wall and a multitude of objects in any environment.
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exhibitors Hypertherm, Inc. Booth 5033 Hanover, NH Ph: 603.643.3441 Toll Free: 800.643.0030 Fax: 603.643.5352 www.hypertherm.com Hypertherm is a U.S. based company that designs and manufactures advanced cutting products. Its product line includes laser, plasma, and waterjet cutting systems, motion controls, and CAD/CAM 2D and robotic software for use in industries such as shipbuilding, manufacturing, and construction. The 100 percent associate owned company, consistently named a best place to work, has more than 1,400 associates along with operations and partner representation worldwide.
IDEA RS Booth 8079 Brno, Czech Republic Ph: 420.725.078.287 www.idea-rs.com IDEA StatiCa Connection is a revolutionary software for structural design of steel connection/joints. It is based on a new CBFEM method and allows structural engineers to design and check connections of all topologies in minutes. IDEA StatiCa is improving workflow of engineers all around the world by linking to FEA and CAD software they use.
Independence Tube Corporation Booth 4125 Chicago, IL Ph: 708.496.0380 Toll Free: 800.376.6000 www.independencetube.com Independence Tube Corporation is a leading manufacturer of square, rectangular and round structural steel tubing throughout North America. Founded in 1972, our customers include many of the finest steel service centers and manufacturers of agricultural, transportation, lighting and material-handling equipment located throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Infasco/Ifastgroupe Booth 8055 Marieville, QC, Canada Ph: 450.658.8741 Toll Free: 800.876.9473 www.infasco.com Infasco has been in the fastener manufacturing business for almost 60 years and is recognized as one of the world’s leaders in manufacturing and supplying high-strength structural bolts and nuts. Infasco manufactures and supplies hex-head A325 and A490 bolting. A563 structural nuts, tension control F1852 (A325TC) and F2280 (A490TC) bolting assemblies and type III weathering steel bolting products, as well as hot-dip galvanized and zinc aluminum flake coated fasteners from its factory in Canada as well as from strategically located distribution centers across Canada and the U.S. New Product: 1¼-in. F2280 (A490TC) bolting. A new line of high-strength bolting of 1¼-in.diameter up to 14 in. in length. This new larger size will allow improved field assembly for fabricators and erectors and offer potential economies for steel construction with lower costs of erection and fewer bolts per connection. Ask for the Triangle!
Informed Infrastructure Booth 5138 West Allis, WI Ph: 312.771.9818 www.informedinfrastructure.com Informed Infrastructure reaches civil and structural engineers as well as DOT officials who specify products in the design plans. If you are looking to directly reach the “specifier,” we are your publication. Informed Infrastructure provides engineers’ news and information about the latest products, specifications, and approaches for successful design, engineering and construction.
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SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 InfoSight Corporation Booth 6058 Chillicothe, OH Ph: 740.642.3600 Toll Free: 888.642.3600 www.infosight.com “We barcode difficult stuff” is InfoSight’s pledge to meet the identification and traceability needs of metal manufacturers. Since 1993, InfoSight has been providing solutions to marking and labeling dilemma that fit a wide range of budgets. InfoSight’s solutions include providing preprinted metal tags to track a single job from start to finish, tag and laser printer systems that print our durable metal tags on-site, and custom engineered automated marking systems that mark plates, blooms, billets, pipes, and more as they are being formed. A great identification system can reduce costs, eliminate errors, increase safety and—just possibly—give your company the edge over the competition. Many members of the galvanizing and fabrication community are already familiar with InfoSight’s trio of tags designed to survive galvanizing, painting, and shot blasting: KettleTag PLUS, PaintTag, and ShotTag. Learn more at our booth (#6058) at NASCC: The Steel Conference.
Infra-Metals Co. Booth 5017 Langhorne, PA Ph: 215.741.1000 Toll Free: 800.899.3432 www.infra-metals.com Infra-Metals Co. is one of the largest structural steel service centers in the United States. We are well-positioned to satisfy your needs in New England, the Mid-Atlantic, the Midwest and Florida. As a subsidiary of a leading international company, Infra-Metals is provided with secure financing and has a strong commitment to steel distribution and processing. Infra-Metals offers unparalleled service with on-time delivery and a substantial lineup of processing equipment. Our qualified operators maintain a high level of expertise, and we constantly evaluate additions or replacements to our processing equipment that will allow us to accommodate your changing needs.
Inovatech Engineering Booth 2047 Vankleek Hill, ON, Canada Toll Free: 877.453.0517 www.inovatechengineering.com Inovatech Engineering manufacturers the SteelPRO 900, a robotic plasma beam line that includes a flat plate table. The system allows for efficient plate (up to 24 ft × 10 ft) and beam (up to 44 in. wide) processing using a single robot. Designed with Hypertherm, Fanuc and Güdel components, the SteelPRO 900 raises the bar for what’s expected in a plasma beam line.
InSteel Engineers Pvt., Ltd. Booth 5063 Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Ph: 022.4111.2000 Fax: 022.4111.2025 www.insteelengg.com InSteel Engineers is an ISO 9001: 2008 Certified, 125+ engineers/detailers company rendering services in the field of structural steel design and detailing, RCC design, rebar detailing and Bar Bending Schedule (BBS), Building Information Modeling (BIM), MEP services and structural steel fabrication for over a decade. Our brand is built on our commitment to total quality, timely delivery and customer satisfaction. We are working for a number of fabrication companies in the U.S.
Integrous Steel Software Solutions Booth 7031 Schererville, IN Ph: 219.227.8015 www.integrous.biz
of experience in the steel fabrication and software industries, researching and providing the latest technological solutions for problems faced by today’s fabricators. We currently represent multiple software companies to help you and your company become more efficient and more profitable: FabSuite, P2 Programs, BlueBeam Software, and Steel Erection Bid Wizard.
Intergraph Booth 7124 Houston, TX Ph: 281.890.4566 www.ppm.intergraph.com For over 25 years, Intergraph has provided soft ware for multiple plant design and engineering disciplines. Our structural analysis software, Intergraph GT STRUDL, is one of the world’s most widely-used, fully-integrated and adaptable solutions. When combined with the Intergraph CADWorx Plant Design Suite, it provides an integrated environment where companies efficiently undertake the most challenging projects.
International Design Services, Inc. Booth 8027 St. Louis, MO Ph: 314.872.1791 www.ids-inc.net IDS is committed to delivering the highest quality of detailing and connection design services. Our over 500 team members, including connection design engineers, detailers and supporting staff, provide ample manpower to support any project type and schedule. Our shop drawings and calculations are produced under the direct supervision of licensed professional engineers. In addition to 3D and BIM Models in SDS/2 or Tekla, IDS provides NC1, CNC, DXF, DSTV and other production file formats.
Ironworker Management Progressive Action Cooperative Trust (IMPACT) Booth 8065 Washington, DC Ph: 202.393.1147 Toll Free: 800.545.4921 www.impact.net-org IMPACT is a labor management partnership designed to provide a forum for union ironworkers and their signatory contractors to address mutual concerns and encourage reasonable, balanced solutions. Our primary mission is to expand job opportunities through progressive and innovative labor management cooperative programs, providing expertise in ironworker and contractor training, construction certifications, safety, marketing and construction project tracking and bidding.
ISA – Ajax Fasteners Booth 7115 Placerville, CA Ph: 530.647.8225 www.irasvens.com Master distributor of Ajax Fasteners including the Oneside Structural Fastening Assembly, the only blind fastening system on the market, offering similar mechanical properties to A325 structural bolts.
ITT Enidine Booth 4145 Orchard Park, NY Ph: 716.662.1900 Toll Free: 800.852.8508 Fax: 716.662.1909 www.enidine.com ITT Enidine Inc. offers a diversified portfolio of energy absorption products for infrastructure and equipment protection. The fastest service in the industry. The highest quality of testing. That’s the power of lean manufacturing and 100 percent in-house development. No matter what energy absorption protection solutions you need, we get the job done. On time. Every time.
Integrous Steel Software Solutions is a solutions company with multiple efficiency software solutions that focus on the needs of the steel industry. Our company was founded to utilize years
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exhibitors J.B. Long, Inc. Booth 5073 Fleetwood, PA Ph: 610.944.8840 www.jblong.com J.B. Long, Inc., has supplied structural steel and miscellaneous iron details to the fabrication industry for 30 years. The firm is certified under the NISD Quality Procedures Program (QPP). All those qualified of the total staff of 16 are certified under the NISD Individual Detailer Certification (IDC) program. J.B. Long, Inc., uses Steel Logic, Tekla Structures and AutoDesk Advance Steel to create details. The focus is on small to mid-sized structural and miscellaneous iron projects.
JacketPlate Booth 7119 Sunnyvale, CA Ph: 858.208.3087 Toll Free: 408.228.5175 www.jacketplate.com JacketPlate is a startup company that specializes in designing and manufacturing high performance steel moment frames using its patented connection technology. Our unique technology allows all parts to be bolted together on site without field welding, resulting in an elegant solution that is not only practical but also cost effective. Technically, it is the only special moment frame that can accommodate a ductile plastic hinge inside the connection. We currently supply a series of jFrame Moment Frames using very shallow beam depth, primarily for light-framed residential projects. However, since JacketPlate is a versatile connection system that is suitable for any frame configurations made of steel I-beams, the system is extremely promising for many other applications, particularly in multi-story steel buildings. To expand its market spectrum, JacketPlate is currently looking for strategical partners who have already been established in the structural industry. We welcome sincere inquiries regarding opportunities for investment and collaboration.
Kinetic Cutting Systems, Inc. Booth 5070 West Burlington, IA Ph: 319.754.5040 Toll Free: 800.606.2954 www.kineticusa.com Kinetic manufacturers a variety of precision CNC plasma and flame cutting machinery, as well as multi-process machines that combine machining operations such as drilling, tapping, milling and interpolation with cutting operations. Kinetic offers a complete solution for the structural steel industry. Featured at the show will be the K5600xmc with Pass Thru Table Technology. This machine includes high-pressure thru spindle coolant, ensuring longer tool life and faster processing speeds. Also included is fume extraction and Kinetic’s patented coolant and chip removal system for automated cleaning.
Kobelco Welding of America, Inc. Booth 8097 Stafford, TX Ph: 281.240.5600 Toll Free: 800.961.3158 Fax: 281.240.5625 www.kobelcowelding.com Kobelco Welding of America, Inc. was established in Houston, Texas in 1990 as a wholesale company owned by Kobe Steel USA Holding for marketing Kobelco Welding Consumables in North America and Latin America. In 2016, we started a welding robotic business in North America. We are proud of our reputation for unsurpassed quality products, and excellent customer service. We look forward to being your business partner!
Kottler Metal Products, Inc. Booth 6138 Willoughby, OH Ph: 440.946.7473 Fax: 440.946.7655 www.kottlermetal.com Kottler Metal Products has the largest overall pipe and structural bending capacities in the state of Ohio. We can bend up to 10 in. angle, 20 in. pipe channel and I-beam (both easy
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SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 and hard way), and can bend ferrous and non-ferrous metals, round, square, rectangular and solid shapes. For nearly one hundred years, our business has been based on a dual commitment to quality and service. Quality, service, and reputation are our cornerstones. We are the industry leader of pipe, tube, angles, bars,beams, channels, tees and other structural steel bends.
Kranendonk Productions Systems, BV Booth 3113 Tiel, Netherlands Ph: 31.344.623944 Toll Free: 31.344.623944 Fax: 31.344.623388 www.kranendonk.com Robotizing welding and cutting in structural steel. Since 1983, Kranendonk is the leading robotics supplier for non-repetitive production. Our smart robots can deal with continuously changing designs, without the programming overload. We can achieve this with smart sensors and productionsoftware. This software directly generates robot welding programs based on a 3D CAD model.
LAP Laser, LLC Booth 5133 Erlanger, KY Ph: 859.283.5222 Fax: 859.283.5223 www.lap-laser.com LAP Laser manufactures high quality laser projectors and measurement systems. When installed, the projector systems can project any dimensional feature of a CAD drawing right onto the work surface to augment and facilitate the manufacturing process. LAP is also one of the leading suppliers of dimensional measurement for rolling mills and other forming or treatment processes. Contour check, straightness check, and CALIX are just a fraction of the synchronous, real-time, non-contact measurement systems we supply.
Lapeyre Stair Booth 4112 New Orleans, LA Ph: 504.733.6009 Toll Free: 800.535.7631 www.lapeyrestair.com Lapeyre Stair is a complete outsource solution with in-house design, engineering, and detailing. Steel welded egress stairs with pre-engineered components meet applicable codes and allow for customization. Steel bolted egress stairs are a costeffective solution that does not require welding. Alternating tread stairs are a safe alternative to steep stairways and ladders. Platforms, legs, and crossovers integrate to create custom stair systems. The lead time guarantee ensures orders arrive on site, on time, every time.
LARSA, Inc. Booth 4122 Melville, NY Ph: 212.736.4326 Toll Free: 800.LARSA.01 www.larsa4d.com LARSA 4D analysis and design software addresses the specialized needs of cable-stay, suspension, curved, skewed and other bridge forms, as well as structures requiring geometric nonlinearity or a staged analysis. Standard in leading U.S. firms for bridge design and construction analysis, LARSA 4D continues to lead innovation in analysis and support.
Lincoln Electric Company Booth 5041 Cleveland, OH Ph: 216.481.8100 Toll Free: 888.935.3877 Fax: 216.308.7255 www.lincolnelectric.com World leader in the design, development and manufacture of arc welding products, robotic arc welding systems, plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment and has a leading global position in the brazing and soldering alloys market. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln has 48 manufacturing locations, including operations and joint ventures in 19 countries and a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices covering more than 160 countries.
Lindapter USA Booth 5113 Chester Springs, PA Ph: 610.590.2160 www.lindapterusa.com For over 80 years, Lindapter has pioneered the design and manufacture of structural steel clamping systems and HSS blind fasteners, enabling faster steel construction. Products include the Hollo-Bolt, the only HSS expansion bolt approved by ICC-ES for all Seismic Design Categories (A through F), while the Girder Clamp is used for quickly connecting W&S beams. Lindapter connections eliminate the need for time-consuming drilling or welding in the field and reduce time and labor costs.
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LNA Solutions Booth 8017 Ann Arbor, MI Ph: 888.724.2323 www.lnasolutions.com LNA Solutions provides structural steel connection methods without the need for field drilling or field welding. These methods provide savings in installation time and cost. We provide products and service out of offices and warehouses based in the U.S. Service includes free designs using BeamClamp structural steel connections or BoxBolt blind structural steel connections. LNA Solutions has provided pre-engineered high quality structural steel connections in North America for over 20 years.
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Lohr Structural Fasteners, Inc. Booth 6079 Houston, TX Ph: 281.446.6766 Toll Free: 800.782.4544 www.lohrfasteners.com Stop by our booth 6079 to check out our Generation 2 Smarthex TC and see why the Smarthex is the smart choice for your projects. We will also have our line of TC installation tools and the nut buster (for easy fast bolt removable) on display. We look forward to seeing you at the 2017 conference.
LeJeune Bolt Company Booth 6107 Burnsville, MN Ph: 952.890.7700 Toll Free: 800.872.2658 www.lejeunebolt.com www.tightenright.com LeJeune Bolt Company is a leading international supplier of structural fasteners and installation tools as well as the creator and exclusive supplier of the ASTM F3148 TNA Fastening System. Learn more about this revolutionary system by visiting booth 6107.
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THE STEEL CONFERENCE SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 LS Industries Booth 5095 Wichita, KS Ph: 316.265.7997 Toll Free: 800.835.0218 www.lsindustries.com LS Industries engineers, designs and manufactures metal cleaning equipment. We are a fully integrated manufacture of airless shot blast cabinets using conveyor and monorail systems. LS also has complete product lines of cleaning systems for rebar, pipe and tubing; dust collectors; parts washers and vibratory tubs.
LTC, Inc. Booth 6028 West Salem, WI Ph: 608.786.1761 www.ltcsteeldetailers.com LTC, Inc., is an innovative, progressive structural steel detailing company that has provided quality shop drawings to the fabrication industry since 1985. We are committed to creating and maintaining strong customer relationships through quality and professionalism. We use Tekla Structures to prepare shop drawings for commercial projects including hospitals, stadiums, high rise structures, multi-story office buildings, schools, airports, churches and industrial buildings. We specialize in BIM and IPD services to the construction industry and offer all electronic data necessary for fully automated shops.
Macalloy Booth 5144 Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK Ph: 0044.1909.519200 Fax: 0044.1909.519201 www.macalloy.com World leaders in design, manufacture and supply of threaded bar and cable systems, Macalloy’s vast experience has enabled the company to continue to innovate and improve quality to meet the evergrowing construction industry. As part of the move towards providing quality in every aspect of the company, Macalloy has obtained a variety of quality certification ranging from BS EN ISO 9001-2008 to the German Zulassung, CARES UK 1030 post tensioning system approval and most recently the European Technical Approvals for the Macalloy 1030 post tensioning system and the Macalloy 460, S460 and 520 architectural systems.
The Magni Group, Inc. Booth 7078 Birmingham, MI Ph: 248.647.4500 www.magnicoatings.com Since 1974, leading manufacturers have trusted Magni to engineer integrated coatings solutions that provide industry-leading corrosion protection and functional performance for products across a variety of markets including agriculture, automotive, energy, construction, industrial, marine and military. Magni coatings are available through a network of more than 140 applicators worldwide.
Max Weiss Co., LLC Booth 6141 Milwaukee, WI Ph: 414.355.8220 Toll Free: 888.649.3477 www.maxweiss.com Our unique structural rolling/forming process and skilled craftsmen provide exceptional quality and tight radius bending with very minimal distortion or marring. We have the capability of rolling and forming a wide variety of sizes of structural steel sections and tubing easy way, hard way and off-axis to accommodate the most difficult and unique projects. We also offer many valueadded fabrication services including splitting, notching, straightening, trimming, drilling, certified welding and much more.
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McLaren Engineering Group Booth 7140 West Nyack, NY Ph: 845.353.6400 Fax: 845.353.6509 www.mgmclaren.com McLaren is a cutting-edge multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in steel building and bridge construction engineering design services. These include primary structural systems, complex connection design, miscellaneous metals, shoring/jacking, tower cranes, bid consultation and erection stability of structures. McLaren is licensed in 47 states, several U.S. territories and offers 9 offices nationwide with 150+ gifted design professionals. McLaren’s applied ingenuity delivers innovative solutions on every project. Contact:
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MDX Software Booth 5124 Columbia, MO Ph: 573.446.3221 www.mdxsoftware.com
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Booth 8147 Chicago, IL Ph: 312.670.2400 www.modernsteel.com Modern Steel Construction magazine is the official publication of AISC. By focusing on innovative and cost-effective steel designs and applications, Modern Steel brings its readers indepth information on the newest and most advanced uses of structural steel in buildings and bridges.
Mold-Tek Technologies, Ltd. Booth 5055 Akron, OH, and India MDX Software Curved & Straight Steel Bridge Design and Rat- Ph: 330.867.4505 www.moldtekindia.com ing is in use by many top design firms and DOTs to design and rate steel girder bridges for compliance with LRFD, LRFR, LFD, and ASD AASHTO Specifications .
Metabo USA Booth 5100 West Chester, PA Ph: 610.436.5900 Toll Free: 800.638.2264 www.metabousa.com Engineered in Germany, Metabo tools are designed specifically for professional users to provide the highest level of safety, reliability and performance. Metabo manufacturers both corded and cordless power tools, as well as a full line of abrasives and accessories for metalworking, concrete and other industrial and construction applications. The Metabo Ultra-M 18V LiHD High Density battery system offers users the power, run-time and mobility to handle industrial jobs not previously possible with traditional 18V technology.
Metals USA Booth 5059 Langhorne, PA Ph: 267.580.2100 Toll Free: 800.523.3340 www.metalsusa.com As a premier supplier to structural fabricators across the United States, Metals USA is the first choice for structural steel requirements. In addition to our extensive inventory, Metals USA leads the industry in sophisticated value added processing services which include beam and plate drilling, tee splitting, cambering and press brake forming. Multiple locations and many years of industry experience make Metals USA an excellent partner for all your steel needs.
Meyer Borgman Johnson Booth 6032 Minneapolis, MN Ph: 612.338.0713 www.mbjeng.com Meyer Borgman Johnson (MBJ) provides steel connection design (PE review and seal) and other construction engineering, erection engineering, BIM and IPD services to the structural steel community. Providing consistent quality services, economic solutions and timely results are our top priorities. These services are a subset of our broad structural engineering services for the built environment. We have 80+ structural engineers and are licensed throughout the country.
Midwest Structural Products, LLC Booth 8113 Indianapolis, IN Ph: 317.884.5443 www.midweststructuralproducts.com
We offer structural steel detailing and engineering services, connection design certification and sealing with BIM coordination for all the major steel fabricators in the U.S. Our company is a public corporation headquartered in India with its subsidaries RMM Global, Inc., and Cross Roads Detailing, Inc., located in Akron, Ohio. We have a strong team of 400+ detailers, checkers and connections engineers in India, and our project managers and PEs from our U.S. operations manage all projects.
National Institute of Steel Detailing, Inc. Booth 5145 Oakland, CA Ph: 510.568.3741 www.nisd.org The National Institute of Steel Detailing (NISD) is an international association that advocates, promotes and serves the interests of the steel detailing industry. NISD is an association of unified company owners and individuals at the local, regional and international levels. It promotes to fabricators, architects, engineers and contractors a better understanding of the importance of detailing services in the construction process. NISD fosters a professional approach to business, by advocating improved quality through member networking, education and certification.
National Steel Bridge Alliance Booth 6147 Chicago, IL www.steelbridges.org The NSBA, a division of AISC, is a national, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of steel bridge design and construction. The NSBA functions as the voice of the bridge fabricators and steel mills while also partnering with the bridge design and construction community. The NSBA’s partners include members of the American Associatio n of State Highway and Transportation (AASHTO), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), State DOTs, design consultants, contractors, and academia. With these resources, the NSBA is uniquely positioned to find solutions to the toughest bridge challenges, including those related to cost, sustainability, and performance.
Nelson Stud Welding Booth 8023 Elyria, OH Ph: 440.329.0400 Toll Free: 800.NEL.WELD www.nelsonstud.com Nelson Stud Welding, the leading stud welding solution provider for the last 75 years, offers a full range of equipment, fasteners, and service to meet your application needs. The innovative product designs help customers weld faster, and more reliably regardless of where the work needs to be done.
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exhibitors New Millennium Building Systems Booth 7047 Fort Wayne, IN Ph: 260.969.3582 www.newmill.com New Millennium engineers and manufactures steel building systems ranging from standard steel joists and deck to architecturally unique steel joist and deck systems, including Versa-Floor long-span composite floor systems for dramatic cost savings to the building owner. The company also manufactures steel stayin-place forms for steel and concrete bridge decking. New Millennium is a leader in BIM based design for steel joists and decking.
Nitto Kohki U.S.A., Inc. Booth 8041 Roselle, IL Ph: 630.394.9393 Toll Free: 800.323.8828 www.nittokohki.com We manufacture the automatic feed magnetic base drills that self-regulate feed speed for optimum cutting with a number of safety features. These machines with JetBroach carbide-tipped cutters can significantly increase production while reducing labor hours and hazardous work. We also manufacture many other metalworking tools including portable hydraulic punches, bevelers, pneumatic and electric power tools.
NSSB/MISA Booth 7072 Tokyo, Japan, and New York, NY Ph: 212.660.6053 www.xtb-bolt.com XTB extra high-strength structural bolts, with 200-ksi tensile strength, are now included in the new AISC 360-16 Specifica- tion as a new Group C, ASTM 3043 for twist-off-type tensioncontrol bolt assemblies and ASTM 3111 for heavy-hex assemblies. They are a superior choice over large diameter A325 and A490 bolts for your building projects, making your connections more compact and economical, reducing connection material, hole-drilling, welding and installation costs.
Nucor Grating Booth 6016 Florence, KY Toll Free: 800.334.2047 www.nucorgrating.com Nucor Grating is a full service grating manufacturer. Our sales, estimating and drafting departments can take your requirements from structural drawings to detailed grating drawings and to completely fabricated ready to install grating. We are a manufacturer and fabricator, and can offer our customers complete “one source” responsibility. Products include standard welded bar grating, heavy duty welded bar grating, stainless steel welded bar grating, aluminum swage locked bar grating, GripSpan and ShurGrip safety grating.
Nucor – Corporation Booth 6017 Charlotte, NC Ph: 704.366.7000 www.nucor.com Nucor and affiliates are manufacturers of steel products, with operating facilities primarily in the U.S. and Canada. Products produced include: carbon and alloy steel-in bars, beams, sheet and plate; steel joists and joist girders; steel deck; fabricated concrete reinforcing steel; cold finished steel; steel fasteners; metal building systems; steel grating and expanded metal; and wire and wire mesh. Nucor is North America’s largest recycler.
Nucor – Fastener Division Booth 6017 St. Joe, IN Ph: 260.337.1600 Toll Free: 800.955.6826 www.nucor-fastener.com
SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 hex head cap screws, heavy-hex structural bolts, dome head Tru-Tension tension control assemblies, nuts and build-to-print specials in inch and metric sizes in various grades with finishes and thread coatings to meet fastening requirements.
Nucor – Plate Mill Group Booth 6017 Cofield, NC; Tuscaloosa, AL Ph: 252.356.3700 Toll Free: 877.626.8267 www.nucorhertford.com www.nucortusk.com Manufacturer of carbon, alloy, high-strength low-alloy (HSLA), pressure vessel and heat treated (normalized and quench and tempered plate) that is available as discrete, cut-to-length and coiled plate. Nucor Steel Hertford County produces discrete plate through 3 in. thick, 124 in. wide and 1,035 in. long. Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa, Inc., produces hot rolled coil and temperleveled plate up through 1 in. thickness and discrete plate up through 2.5 in. thickness, 96 in. in width and 720 in. long.
Nucor – Verco Decking, Inc. Booths 6018 | 6025 Phoenix, AZ Ph: 602.272.1347 www.vercodeck.com Verco Decking, Inc., is a manufacturer of steel roof and floor deck products, located in the western United States. Verco currently has manufacturing plants in Phoenix and the California cities of Fontana (near Los Angeles) and Antioch (near San Francisco). Verco features the new PunchLok II system, which utilizes the patented PunchLok II tool to achieve higher shear values at a lower cost through high-quality side-seam attachments.
Nucor – Vulcraft Group Booths 6018 | 6025 Darlington, SC Ph: 256.845.2460 www.vulcraft.com Steel joists, joist girders, composite floor joists, special profile steel joists and floor and roof deck. Vulcraft facilities are located in South Carolina, Nebraska, Alabama, Texas, Indiana, Utah and New York.
Nucor – Yamato Steel Company Booth 6017 Blytheville, AR Ph: 870.762.5500 Toll Free: 800.289.6977 www.nucoryamato.com Manufacturer of wide flange structural steel shapes (up through W14×730 columns, and W44 beams), H-piles (including HP16 and HP18), sheet piling, angles, channels and car building shapes. Grades include ASTM A36, ASTM A572, ASTM A588, ASTM A690, ASTM A709, ASTM A992, ASTM 913; and CSA G40.21-13 Grades 345WM and 345WMT.
Ocean Machinery, Inc. Booth 5028 Fort Lauderdale, FL Ph: 954.956.3131 Toll Free: 800.286.3624 www.oceanmachinery.com Ocean Machinery, together with its manufacturing partners, has created unique, versatile and affordable solutions specifically for the small to medium fabricator, including the Ocean Avenger/Avenger PLUS—the world’s bes t-selling CNC beam drill lines; the Ocean Clipper—the most compact CNC angle line; the Ocean Liberator—the most affordable CNC beam coping machine; the Ocean Blaster—the smallest footprint shot blasting solution; and several other game-changing solutions that improve the profitability of fabricators worldwide!
Ovation Services, LLC Booth 7107 Copley, OH Ph: 330.400.2833 www.4ovation.com Ovation Services is a leading provider of engineering services. Combining experience, technology and a client-centric approach, Ovation Services provides structural steel detailing, connection design and BIM services across the United States. The acquisition of MMW, Inc., a Georgia-based detailing firm with over 30 years experience in the steel industry, gives Ovation Services a strong and talented project management team to ensure a quality product and to service its clients at a level above the capability of most subcontractors. Strong and innovative leadership, global resources, U.S.-based checking and project management makes Ovation Services uniquely qualified to take on challenging projects and execute them in a timely fashion.
P2 Programs Booth 8031 Dripping Springs, TX Ph: 512.858.2007 Toll Free: 800.563.6737 www.p2programs.com P2 Programs sets the industry standard when it comes to barcoding and tracking your structural steel from raw material receipt to erection at the job site. Since 1986 we have been using Auto-ID technology to improve manufacturing process tracking. Using our “real-time” update capabilities with FabSuite, FabTrol and Romac, P2 Programs is the company with the technological expertise and experience you need for an affordable and successful solution to the challenges in your manufacturing operation.
Pacific Press Technologies Booth 4103 Mt. Carmel, IL Ph: 618.262.8666 Fax: 618.262.7000 www.pacific-press.com America’s first and best manufacture r of hydraulic pressing equipment.
Pacific Stair Corporation Booth 7142 Salem, OR Ph: 503.390.8305 Toll Free: 800.477.8247 www.pacificstair.com Pacific Stair Corporation, a leader in advanced stair system technology, has been located in Salem, Oregon, for over 25 years. Pacific Stair develops, manufactures and provides a stair system that meets or exceeds current international building codes. Our stair systems are engineered to make the most efficient use of materials and labor, reducing costs and improving delivery times. Our customers know that we care about their schedule and required delivery dates.
Pan Gulf Technologies Pvt., Ltd. Booth 4131 Houston, TX Ph: 832.615.3128 Fax: 713.277.7138 www.pangulftech.com Pan Gulf Technologies (an ISO 9001:2015 company) is a structural and concrete steel detailing company. We have a front office in Houston and design center in Mumbai, India. As one of the top five steel detailing, sub-contractors in India, we use Tekla (135+licenses), SDS2 (20+) and STAAD-PRO to design and detail drawings for commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects, for American and European fabricators, design consultants and contractors. We have worked on projects ranging from 200-10,000 tons in structure and 50-5,000 tons in concrete, with a man power of 350+ team members.
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THE STEEL CONFERENCE SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 Pannier Corporation Booth 5103 Pittsburgh, PA Ph: 412.323.4900 Toll Free: 877.726.6437 www.pannier.com Industrial marking systems for structural steel identification. Automatic dot peen marking systems make deep marks that remain legible after cleaning and coating. Embossed metal tags remain legible after galvanizing and painting. Industrial ink jet systems and dot and stripe printers for easy, reliable piece marking. With over 100 years of experience, we can help you with your most challenging product identification needs. Visit www.pannier.com/steelfab for more information.
Paramount Roll and Forming, Inc. Booth 8140 Santa Fe Springs, CA Ph: 562.944.6151 Toll Free: 888.400.3883 www.paramount-roll.com Paramount Roll and Forming, Inc. specializes in the fields of aerospace, architectural, commercial, construction, entertainment, food, industrial, oil, and pharmaceutical. We also specialize in curved staircases, heat induction bending, rolling for heavy plates, angles, tubes, pipes and beams.
PDM Steel Service Centers, Inc. Booth 5081 Stockton, CA Ph: 209.943.0513 Toll Free: 800.800.4736 www.pdmsteel.com PDM Steel Service Centers, Inc. is a heavy carbon steel supplier offering a vast inventory of steel products and processing to customers across 10 western states. We carry a full line of structural shapes, miscellaneous structural shapes, beams, tubing, bar products, plate, sheet, expanded metal, grating, pipe and more. Additionally, we offer quality preprocessing services that include: sawing-to-length, plate processing, forming, splitting, cambering, coil leveling and slitting. Visit us at booth 5081 and online at PDMSteel.com!
Peddinghaus Corporation Booth 5016 Bradley, IL Ph: 815.937.3800 www.peddinghaus.com Peddinghaus Corporation, headquartered in Bradley, Illinois, is an American manufacturer of CNC controlled equipment for the structural steel and heavy plate fabrication industries. With two manufacturing locations in the U.S., Peddinghaus focuses on providing highly innovative and long-lasting solutions to fabricators of all shapes and sizes. These solutions are designed to increase the production of steel components and reduce costs for fabricators, thus enhancing profitability. Beyond just machinery, Peddinghaus offers a 24-hour customer help line and consumables department to ensure customer success at any time of day, no matter where in the world the installation may be located.
Peikko USA, Inc. Booth 5139 Lebanon, PA Ph: 888.734.5561 www.peikkousa.com Peikko USA is part of Peikko Group, a global operating specialist of fastening technology for concrete constructions and composite beams for slim floor structures.
Pieresearch Booth 7122 Arlington, TX Ph: 817.265.0980 Toll Free: 800.342.2409 www.pieresearch.com Pieresearch manufactures the finest quality concrete accesso-
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ries for the construction industry. Designed to insure the proper alignment of reinforcing steel cages in drilled shafts, slurry walls and matt foundations, Pieresearch is the industry leader in rebar cage alignment. We have integrated systems for every job and manufacture custom accessories to meet any specification. Pieresearch has just introduced a new product, Unibar Centralizer, for use in centralizing rebar in a soil nailing application.
Plateco, Inc. Booth 5106 Reedsburg, WI Ph: 608.524.8241 Fax: 608.524.6486 www.platecoinc.com The zinc plating experts, Plateco Inc. offers a wide array of metal plating capabilities. Mechanical galvanizing, mechanical zinc plating, barrel zinc plating, electroplating, rack zinc electroplating along with choices in chromates, top coats, cleaning options and supporting services are a part of what can be found underroof at Plateco. Plateco Inc. is located in Reedsburg, Wisconsin.
PPG Protective & Marine Coatings Booth 6123 Pittsburgh, PA Toll Free: 888.9PP.GPMC www.ppgpmc.com/northamerica With decades of experience and a commitment to innovation, our protective and marine coatings business has developed a complete range of proven coating solutions to protect assets in the world’s most challenging conditions.
Profile Cutting Systems Booth 3087 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Boulder Creek, CA Ph: 61.3.9305.2555 | 319.750.1458 Toll Free: 800.656.1903 Fax: 61.3.9305.2121 www.profilecuttingsystems.com Profile Cutting Systems (PCS) is a leading manufacturer of technologically advanced plasma cutting and drilling machines. Established for over 35 years and having over 500 machines spread through out the U.S., Australia, and Asia. Our mission is to exceed our clients expectations offering exceptional localized service while manufacturing quality innovative products. PCS continually designs and develops new inventive solutions from our patented beveling head, automatic plate feed and PCS Turbogas cutting head. Contact us for a solution to your needs.
PythonX, a Lincoln Electric Company Booth 5041 Hamilton, ON Canada Ph: 905.689.7771 Fax: 905.689.7773 www.pythonx.com The PythonX Structural Fabrication System is the #1 all-in-one robotic plasma system for structural steel fabrication. The system takes detailed drawing files and automatically processes beams, channels, angles, square and rectangular tube, as well as plate, all on one machine. The PythonX can produce AISC-permitted bolt holes, copes, slots, cutouts, cut-to-length, miter cut, produce T-beams, and scribe part/layout marks all in one place, eliminating countless hours of material handling in between operations.
Qnect, LLC Booth 8049 Hadley, MA Ph: 413.387.4375 www.qnect.com Qnect’s popular QuickQnect software uses its Optimization Suite to save up to $110/ton for steel structure projects. Speed gives users the ability to connect projects 10 or more times to find the most cost effective joint and to dramatically improve the schedule. Flexibility makes it easy for fabricators to choose their preferred connection types. Bolt optimization will select the bolt spacing for the most efficient and cost effective connection. Reports are easy to run and detailed with actionable data.
exhibitors QuickFrames USA Booth 4126 Mesa, AZ Ph: 480.464.1500 www.quickframes.us QuickFrames are the only bolt-on, adjustable, pre-engineered roof opening frames for commercial buildings. Pre-engineered for a wide range of projects, QuickFrames are available in several strength levels to maximize load carrying ability while minimizing cost. Designed for new construction and tenant improvement, our frames can be easily moved when locations change and can also be installed from under the deck. QuickFrames ship quickly and arrive as a complete kit, saving you time, money and hassle.
Radley Corporation Booth 8025 Grand Rapids, MI Ph: 616.541.6010 www.radley.com Radley’s solution platform for the steel industry provides a variety of software options to integrate to your ERP/MRP. Streamline and automate workflows with simplified barcode/RFID scans and reads while reducing errors with real-time data validations. Increase visibility to materials with Jobsite Tracking, and Traceability while maximizing your workforce with Labor Tracking.
Rapidrill, LLC Booth 8118 Kanarravill, UT Ph: 435.656.9577 Toll Free: 855.993.7455 Fax: 855.631.0769 www.rapidrill.com The Portable Drill Press… Safer, Faster, Easier!
RISA Technologies, Inc. Booth 3131 Foothill Ranch, CA Ph: 949.951.5815 Toll Free: 800.332.RISA www.risa.com RISA Technologies has been developing leading-edge structural design and optimization software for over 25 years. Our products are used by 24 of the top 25 U.S. design firms in over 70 countries around the world for towers, skyscrapers, airports, stadiums, petrochemical facilities, bridges, roller coasters and everything in between. The seamless integration of RISAFloor, RISA-3D and RISAFoundation creates a powerful, versatile and intuitive structural design environment, ready to tackle almost any design challenge.
Romac Technologies Booth 8043 Denison, TX Ph: 903.327.8701 Toll Free: 844.757.2777 www.romactechnologies.com Romac was founded in 1982 to provide easy-to-use software solutions to help fabricators become more efficient in their dayto-day operations. Contact Romac when you are ready to take back control of your shop production, inventory, purchasing and estimating processes.
Ronstan Tensile Architecture Booth 7137 Portsmouth, RI Ph: 401.293.0539 www.ronstan.com World class provider of structural rod and cable assemblies for tensile elements.
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exhibitors SANRIA Booth 8096 San Jose, CA Ph: 415.889.8480 www.sanriaengineering.com Structural steel detailing, connection design engineering, 3D modeling, BIM services, material takeoff services.
SE University by SE Solutions, LLC Booth 6144 Holland, MI Ph: 616.546.9420 www.learnwithseu.com SE University is a web-based continuing education resource for structural engineers, focused on helping you improve your business. SE University provides regularly scheduled live web seminars on a wide variety of topics, to help you increase productivity and profitability. An SEU Resource Center account is part of every SE University subscription, and includes access to recordings of sessions from your subscription through the SEU Session Library. Provide the benefit of ongoing education to your engineers by participating in SE University!
S-Frame Software Booth 5114 Guilford, CT Ph: 203.421.4800 www.s-frame.com S-Frame Software, a trusted global solution provider since 1981, is known for developing versatile structural engineering software suitable for both simple and complex structures, industrial and commercial projects. Analyze, design and detail structures regardless of geometric complexity, material types, loading conditions, nonlinear effects, or design-code requirements. S-Frame Software solutions efficiently integrate analysis, steel design, concrete design and foundation design all within a single user interface to optimize your productivity.
Sherwin-Williams Protective and Marine Booth 6095 Cleveland, OH Ph: 216.566.2000 Toll Free: 800.524.5979 www.sherwin-williams.com/ protective Sherwin-Williams Protective and Marine Coatings’ coatings are ideal for shop application and available through its over 4,000 distribution locations. SherwinWilliams offers NACE and SSPC-certified corrosion experts to ensure that your project uses technologies that reduce the critical planned timeline and achieves its expected service life.
Shop Data Systems, Inc. Booth 5021 Garland, TX Ph: 972.494.2719 www.shopdata.com Shop Data Systems (SDS) has been servicing the steel fabrication industry for more than 30 years with CAD/CAM software solutions. The system will import flat plate components directly from your structural design software. System features: imports file-embedded quantity and material; import multiple files in seconds; import DSTV or DXF files; machine tool paths are applied automatically; tools with or without piece mark; automatic shape nesting; chain cutting; common line cutting; automatic plate trim; personalized training and support; and remnant inventory tracking.
Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance Booth 4124 Pittsburgh, PA Ph: 412.458.5822 Fax: 412.922.3213 www.shortspansteelbridges.org
SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 SidePlate Systems, Inc. Booth 4137 Mission Viejo, CA Ph: 949.238.8900 Toll Free: 800.475.2077 www.sideplate.com SidePlate Systems continues to evolve, and we now have a field-bolted Special Moment Frame (SMF). For over 20 years, we have partnered to engineer safe and efficient structures through innovation. Our designs reduce lateral steel tonnage, eliminate field welding, and shorten construction schedules on buildings in any design criteria. And the SidePlate bolted connection now saves even more time and money.
Simpson Strong-Tie Co. Booth 6131 Pleasanton, CA Ph: 925.560.9000 Toll Free: 800.999.5099 www.strongtie.com For over 55 years, Simpson Strong-Tie has focused on creating structural products that help people build safer and stronger homes and buildings. The company has led the industry in structural systems research, testing and innovation, and works closely with industry professionals to provide codelisted, field-tested products and value-engineered solutions. Simpson Strong-Tie’s extensive product offering includes connectors, fasteners, fastening systems, lateral-force resisting systems, anchors and products for concrete repair, strengthening and protection.
Simsona Corporation Booth 6113 Rockville, MD Ph: 301.774.0880 www.simsona.com Simsona Corp. provides highest quality steel detailing (structural steel, misc. steel, rebar) and connection design services. All of our shop drawings are produced under supervision of highly trained engineers. We use Tekla Structures for steel detailing and produce CNC, DXF, DSTV and KSS files. Our project list includes commercial projects, schools, stadiums, hospitals, high-rise structures, multistory office buildings, hotels, airports, churches, industrial structures and refineries. We specialize in BIM services to construction industry.
Skidmore-Wilhelm Booth 8120 South Euclid, OH Ph: 216.481.4774 www.skidmore-wilhelm.com For more than 60 years, Skidmore-Wilhelm has helped our customers determine the torque-tension relationship for their fasteners. Recently, we have experienced significant growth by working with clients to provide customized solutions for them regarding testing of their fasteners. We are also the leading supplier of devices to test impact wrenches.
SKM Industries, Inc. Booth 5023 Olyphant, PA Ph: 570.383.3063 Toll Free: 800.851.8464 www.skmproducts.com Established in 1980, SKM Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer of Super Met-Al Markers and Metal Pro Galvanized Steel markers, specially formulated to come completely off in the tank during the galvanizing process.
SRG Onesource, LLC Booth 7091 Mission, KS Ph: 913.291.2901 www.srgonesource.com SRG originated in 1996 to aid conventional steel fabricators and metal building manufacturers with their additional workloads required for structural detailing services.Projects range from 5-2500 tons utilizing SDS/2 software. Our diverse expertise, NISD QPP and IDC certifications, advanced computer technologies, experienced personnel and client commitment result in a proven record of success and resource to our clients. AISC members. Visit our website for examples of projects and drawings. Call Doug Letsch 913.291.2901 for additional information.
SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings Booth 4115 Pittsburgh, PA Ph: 412.281.2331 Toll Free: 877.281.7772 www.sspc.org SSPC is the only non-profit association that focuses solely on the protection and preservation of steel, concrete, and other industrial and marine structures through the use of high-performance coatings. We don’t dilute our focus by involvement with other corrosion control technologies. Coatings and linings are all we do. They’re everything we do. That’s why SSPC is THE coatings society.
St. Louis Screw & Bolt Booth 6053 Madison, IL Ph: 314.389.7500 Toll Free: 800.237.7059 www.stlouisscrewbolt.com Selling direct to structural steel fabricators, St. Louis Screw and Bolt is one of the oldest structural bolt manufacturers in the U.S. We specialize in the manufacture and stocking of ASTM F3125 heavy-hex and tension-control structural bolts in grades A325/F1852/120ksi and A490/F2280/150ksi, types I and III, plain, mechanically galvanized, hot-dip galvanized, F1136 and F2833 coated. We also have a very large stock of many other construction fasteners including anchor bolts, weld studs and concrete anchors, just to name a few.
Stainless Structurals America Booth 5069 Conroe, TX Ph: 936.538.7600 Toll Free: 877.739.6057 www.stainless-structurals.com Stainless Structurals is a global producer and supplier of stainless steel structural shapes and special custom profiles. Our structural sections are available from stock in both 304/L and 316/L. We also offer profiles in other alloys, including duplex, straight from production. Our innovative Laser Fusion technology is certified to ASTM A1069 and allows us to offer profile solutions where others cannot. Start with the solution. Start with Stainless Structurals.
Steel Deck Institute Booth 6148 Glenshaw, PA Ph: 412.487.3325 www.sdi.org The Steel Deck Institute (SDI) is a trade association representing 19 full members and 10 associate members. Full members are manufacturers of steel deck and associate members are manufacturers of products related to the use of steel deck. The SDI publishes manuals for the design and use of steel roof and floor deck and for diaphragm design. Our newest publication is the Third Edition of the SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck (MOC3).
A group of bridge industry leaders, who have joined together to provide educational information on the design and construction of short span steel bridges up to 140 ft in length.
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American Metal Market Buckner Companies Giza V&S Galvanizing
Program Notebooks Badge Lanyards
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AISC Certification Coffee Breaks FabSuite LLC Wednesday p.m.
Controlled Automation, Inc. Thursday a.m.
Escalator Runners
STRUMIS LLC Mechanical Pencils
Atlas Tube
a division of Zekelman Industries
LeJeune Bolt Company Thursday p.m.
Welcome Reception Bentley Systems, Inc. Canam–Buildings PythonX, a Lincoln Electric Company
St. Louis Screw & Bolt
Equity in the Workplace Luncheon Ruby+Associates, Inc. Thornton Tomasetti
Bronze American Punch Company Applied Bolting Technology, Inc. Chicago Metal Rolled Products Color Works Painting, Inc. Ficep Corporation Hercules Bolt Company InfoSight Corporation Infra-Metals Co. Ironworker Management Progressive Action Cooperative Trust (IMPACT) New Millennium Building Systems TDS Industrial Services Ltd. Voortman Steel Group
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exhibitors Steel Dynamics Structural and Rail Division Booth 7053 Columbia City, IN Ph: 260.625.8100 Toll Free: 866.740.8700 www.stld-cci.com Steel Dynamics, Inc. is one of the largest domestic steel producers and metals recyclers in the United States based on estimated annual steelmaking and metals recycling capability, with facilities located throughout the United States and in Mexico. Steel Dynamics produces steel products, including hot roll, cold roll, and coated sheet steel, structural steel beams and shapes, rail, engineered special-bar-quality steel, cold finished steel, merchant bar products, specialty steel sections and steel joists and deck. In addition, the company produces liquid pig iron and processes and sells non ferrous and nonferrous scrap.
Steel Erectors Association of America Booth 8114 Winston-Salem, NC Ph: 336.294.8880 www.seaa.net Founded in 1972, the Steel Erectors Association of America (SEAA) is the largest nonprofit trade organization of its kind for steel erectors, bringing members access to the industry’s most essential technical information, networking opportunities and career development tools. SEAA provides support and representation on steel erection issues that serves the global needs of industry, government and the public. Because of its strong membership, SEAA is proactive in meeting industry needs and responsive to worldwide steel erection and construction issues.
Steel Founders’ Society of America Booth 4114 Ph: 815.455.8240 www.sfsa.org SFSA is a technical association. Members of SFSA are steel foundries who supply a range of cast steel products for demanding environments such as railroad, mining, construction, military and nuclear. SFSA can assist you in utilizing steel castings for building construction. Steel castings offer performance, aesthetics, design freedom and green manufacturing.
Steel Joist Institute Booth 6146 Florence, SC Ph: 843.407.4091 www.steeljoist.org The Steel Joist Institute (SJI), a nonprofit organization of active joist manufactu rers and other organizatio ns and companies connected to the industry, was founded in 1928 to address the need for uniform joist standards within the industry. Today, the Institute continues to maintain the standards for steel joist construction. In addition, the SJI provides educational opportunities for construction professionals utilizing a library of printed publications and both live and recorded webinars. We also offer assistance in identifying existing joists in buildings undergoing retrofit.
Steel Market Development Institute Booth 8119 Washington, DC Ph: 202.452.7100 www.smdisteel.org The Steel Market Development Institute, a business unit of AISI, increas es and defends the use of steel by developi ng innovative materials, applications and, in general, making steel the highest value material in the automotive, construction and packaging markets.
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SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 Steel Projects Booth 5036 Tampa, FL Ph: 813.480.7017 www.steelprojects.com We help steel fabricators save money and be more productive through the design, development, support and maintenance of our intelligent steel fabrication software: Steel Projects PLM. Our focus is on improving efficiency where it matters: on the shop floor. Steel Projects is the software division of Ficep group, the leading manufacturer of machine tools for the steel fabrication industry.
Steel Studio, Inc. Booth 6136 East Weymouth, MA www.steelconnectionstudio.com Steel Studio Inc., also involved in structural steel engineering, develops and markets “SCS-Steel Connection Studio” a great software tool for connection design. SCS embraces the flexibility of spreadsheets and combines it with performing productivity tools. APIs to import and export data to/from other software (Tekla, Sap2000, Staad, Etabs for example) are now available, combined with a really powerful brace connection module. More automatic tools on the way... download a demo from www.scs.pe.
Steel Tube Institute Booth 5126 Chicago, IL Ph: 847.461.1701 www.steeltubeinstitute.org The Steel Tube Institute was formed in 1930. A group of manufacturers joined forces to promote and market steel tubing. Their goal was to mount a cooperative effort that would improve manufacturing techniques and inform customers about their products’ utility and versatility. This remains the basic motivation for the Institute’s efforts today.
Steelmax Tools, LLC Booth 5121 Englewood, CO Ph: 303.690.9146 Toll Free: 877.833.5629 www.steelmax.com Steelmax Tools offers a full line of steel fabrication machines and is committed to providing industry leading metal cutting, hole making, weld preparation and welding mechanization solutions to our customers. Each of our products is designed to help our customer be more productive and in turn more profitable and more competitive. Our commitment to our customers does not end there; we continue to learn from them and use that knowledge to develop new and innovative steel fabrication solutions.
Strand7 Pty., Ltd. Booth 5125 Sydney, Australia Ph: 252.504.2282 www.strand7.com Strand7 is a general purpose FEA system distributed in the U.S. by Beaufort Analysis Inc. (
[email protected]). Strand7 offers integrated pre and post processors with advanced solvers for linear and nonlinear, static and dynamic structural analysis. A suite of advanced elements, such as a beam element capable of modeling nonlinear elasto-plastic behavior, give Strand7 a significant advantage over typical frame analysis software. With excellent support for various CAD formats, Strand7 is suitable for any engineering office.
Structural Engineering Institute of ASCE Booth 7139 Reston, VA Ph: 800.548.2723 www.asce.org/SEI Join more than 30,000 members of the Structural Engineering Institute of ASCE to advance your career and build the future of the structural engineering profession. SEI provides resources that advance the profession through research, education and standards development; and networking opportunities that drive the practical application of cutting-edge research. Visit our booth to learn more, and join us at Structures Congress April 6–8, 2017 in Denver, Colorado.
Structural Stability Research Council (SSRC) Booth 8143 Chicago, IL Ph: 312.670.7015 www.ssrcweb.org The Structural Stability Research Council (SSRC) is a technical organization that focuses on the state-of-the-art understanding of the impact of stability related issues on the analysis, design and behavior of metal structures. SSRC is comprised of engineers, educators and industry members with an interest in stability related issues.
STRUMIS, LLC Booth 7041 Exton, PA Ph: 610.280.9840 www.strumis.com STRUMIS, LLC, is the world’s leading developer of steel fabrication management software. The most comprehensive and powerful end-to-end solution available to fabricators globally, the result of this is that we now operate in over 50 countries. Our products, which include steel estimating, fabrication information and production management, and project collaboration tools work seamlessly with third party software and have consistently transformed our customers’ business within the structural steel construction supply chain.
Taylor Devices, Inc. Booth 8059 North Tonawanda, NY Ph: 716.694.0800 www.taylordevices.com Taylor Devices is the world-leading manufacturer of fluid viscous dampers, lock-up devices, shock transmission units, shock absorbers, cable dampers and custom tuned mass damping systems. These devices and systems can be used to protect building and bridge structures from the devastating vibrations caused by earthquakes, wind, hurricanes and other vibrational disturbances.
TDS Industrial Services, Ltd. Booth 7054 Vancouver, BC, Canada Ph: 778.997.1646 www.tdsindustrial.com Steel detailers since 1979. Structural—Miscellaneous—Plate Work—Bridges.
Techflow, Inc. Booth 8035 Birmingham, AL Ph: 205.228.0960 www.techflowengg.com Techflow,Inc., located in Birmingham, Alabama with support staff located in our offices in India, offers the best in 3D steel detailing, BIM coordination, connection design, pre-detailing setup and estimating. With project management and coordination staff in Birmingham and 400 detailers and checkers in India, we provide the best in U.S. quality and competitive pricing, utilizing Tekla, SDS/2 and BoCad. Techflow holds both AISC and NISD memberships, with NISD IDC certified detailers on staff. We give back through service to these organizations. Quality detailing to your standards, on time.
Tectonix Steel, Inc. Booth 7125 Mesa, AZ Ph: 480.834.0169 www.tectonixsteel.com Tectonix Steel delivers state-of-the-art steel detailing. Several of our team members have worked for fabricators, bringing an understanding of fabricators’ needs to our processes. We have numerous detailers with individual experience of over 30 years, and we utilize the latest technology to ensure quality. We not only utilize Tekla in our work, but teach Tekla classes in Orem, Utah, and Mesa, Arizona. See the difference our experience and expertise makes in your steel detailing needs.
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Torchmate, a Lincoln Electric Company Booth 5041 Reno, NV Ph: 775.673.2200 Toll Free: 866.571.1066 www.torchmate.com The Torchmate product line of automated plasma cutting tables includes entry-level CNC machines to industrial plasma cutting tables, and everything in between. From engraving and routing, to our metal cutting processes like plasma and oxy-fuel, you’ll find that Torchmate tables easily accommodate your expansion into new products and markets.
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Trilogy Machinery, Inc. Booth 5062 Belcamp, MD Ph: 410.272.3600 Toll Free: 888.988.ROLL www.trilogymachinery.com Trilogy Machinery, Inc. is the Exclusive North American distributor for Swebend and Roundo Bending Rolls and Warcom Press Brakes as well as Exclusive U.S. distributor for Sunrise Ironworkers including CNC Models, Lemes Plate Bending Rolls, Akyapak Bending Rolls and Inductaflex Machines. Trilogy offers sales, service and support for every brand they sell from their Maryland headquarters as well as local dealers around the country.
Trimble Booth 7035 Kennesaw, GA Ph: 770.426.5105 Toll Free: 877.TEKLA.OK www.tekla.com Tekla software from Trimble provides a complete construction solution for any steel structure. From industrial and commercial buildings to large sports stadiums, Tekla 3D BIM Models are the most productive way to manage your structural analysis and design, high-quality construction documentation, steel detailing, fabrication, and erection. Built with reliable and constructible information, the Tekla software environment facilitates an accurate flow of information to avoid detailing mistakes, reduce human errors in drawings, and optimize the fabrication process with integrated CNC information.
exhibitors Triple-S Steel Holdings Booth 6068 Houston, TX Ph: 713.697.7105 Toll Free: 800.231.1034 www.sss-steel.com Triple-S Steel Holdings, a family of steel service centers with locations in Texas, Louisiana, California, Colorado, Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, Georgia ,New Jersey, Oklahoma, Alabama and Colombia. keeps over 200,000 tons of steel products in stock for quick deliveries to its customers. Specializing in beams, plate and other structural sections, we also offer services including saw-cutting, plate processing, blast and paint, cut-to-length temper mill, shearing, slitting, blanking, coil processing and export. Coast to coast and across the world, Triple-S Steel, R&S Steel and Steckerl Aceros are prepared to meet all your steel requirements!
TritonTek Booth 6030 Cebu City, Philippines www.tritontek.ph TritonTek is a connection design and steel detailing firm located in the Philippines and operated under the oversight of its U.S.-based parent companies. Utilizing fully licensed Tekla Structures software across two shifts, TritonTek is able to offer the efficiencies of scale that accompany offshore firms while providing the quality, stabiltity and expertise more commonly associated with domestic firms.
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exhibitors TurnaSure, LLC Booth 6102 Langhorne, PA Ph: 215.750.1300 Toll Free: 800.525.7193 www.turnasure.com Turnasure Direct Tension Indicators provide the most cost effective solution to achieving the correct tensions on high-strength bolts, studs and anchor bolts. They have grown in use worldwide on major projects and other bolting applications since our legacy company invented them in 1962. They are manufactured to several ASTM Standards and in the European Union to EN 14399-9. TurnaSure is the world’s leading manufacturer of these fasteners.
Unibor Booth 5087 Lombard, IL Ph: 630.495.9940 Toll Free: 800.969.9644 Fax: 630.495.9941 www.uniborusa.com Unibor is the premium brand of magnetic drills and annular cutters manufactured in the UK by Universal Drilling and Cutting Equipment. With a range of high speed steel, cobalt, new carbide tipped cutters, and class-leading magnetic drills, Unibor offers solutions to any hole-making project, with great service and support, helping you “Drill the Competition.”
Universal Steel America, Inc. Booth 5098 Houston, TX Ph: 281.821.7400 Toll Free: 866.988.3800 Fax: 281.821.7402 www.universalsteelamerica.com Universal Steel America is a specialty steel plate distributor and processor, serving the construction industry with a comprehensive inventory of A36, A572, A709, A633, A588, and A514. Universal’s plate processing capabilities differentiate the company from others in the steel industry, with plasma and oxyfuel burning, beveling, drilling, tapping, counter-boring, countersinking, rolling, and forming, all in-house. Universal Steel has locations in Houston, TX and Crete, IL to meet your needs.
V&S Galvanizing Booth 7050 Columbus, OH Toll Free: 800.801.3648 www.hotdipgalvanizing.com V&S Galvanizing is a leader in the hot-dip galvanizing industry, with many locations on the East Coast and Midwest and over 70 locations worldwide. Specializing in corrosion protection of steel with zinc by hot-dip galvanizing. We offer the DUROZINQ program of galvanizing, packaging, tagging and guaranteed service. We also offer our COLORZINQ system (paint over galvanizing) that adds brilliant color to a base of corrosion protection. V&S offers trucking and many other value added services. Call us for all your corrosion protection needs.
Valmont Coatings Booth 6024 Omaha, NE Ph: 402.359.6145 www.valmont.com As a full-service coatings company, Valmont Coatings provides quality surface finishes that extend the service life and improve the appearance of metal products throughout the country. In fact, Valmont Coatings is one of the largest custom galvanizers in North America. Our processes and transportation capacities are designed to efficiently handle steel products of all shapes and sizes for customers anywhere in the country.
Valmont Tubing—HSS SuperStruct Booth 8137 Valley, NE Ph: 402.359.2201 Toll Free: 800.825.6668 Fax: 402.359.4481 www.hsssuperstruct.com HSS SuperStruct custom tubes are built to fit into your architec-
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SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 tural, construction, and OEM projects. We are capable of fabricating custom HSS squares from 12 in. to 60 in. and rectangles from 12×10 up to 60×58 outside diameter with wall thickness from 0.313 to 1 in. in a variety of steel grades. These large tubes are available in lengths up to 55 ft with our standard 2 in. inside corner radii. Find out how HSS SuperStruct provides the solutions you need!
Vernon Tool, a Lincoln Electric Company Booth 5041 Reno, NV Ph: 775.673.2200 Toll Free: 866.571.1066 www.vernontool.com Vernon Tool is a manufacturer and global supplier of industrial pipe cutting machines, pipe beveling equipment and metal tube cutting machinery. Choose among options that include oxyfuel, abrasive and plasma cutting equipment, robotic cutting solutions, automated loading and conveyor systems, CNC controlled and Windows based cutting software, and pipe profiling machinery able to accommodate round and square tubing as well as pipe diameters of 1 to 84 inches (25 to 2,134 mm).
VET Dessin Steel Detailing Booth 5130 Terrebonne, QC, Canada Ph: 450.477.1000 Toll Free: 877.537.8889 www.vetdessin.com Steel detailing firm based in Canada since 1996. Specializing in structural and miscellaneous metal detailing of all form (bridges, industrial, commercial and institutional), VET Dessin employs more than 50 detailers in house. Our primary objective is to comply with the standards of the industry and our customers. VET Dessin offers a complete solution to your detailing needs, from 3D BIM models to cnc files along with a complete PDF package integrating your standards.
Viking Blast & Wash Systems Booth 5131 Rose Hill, KS Ph: 316.634.6699 Toll Free: 800.835.1096 www.vikingcorporation.com Viking Blast & Wash Systems offers a full line of industrial cleaning equipment including airless shot blast systems, parts washers and vibratory degreasers. This equipment cleans and removes mill scale, dirt and rust from a wide variety of materials including plate steel, structural I-beams, weldments and pipe. Viking’s abrasive blast systems provide clean, uniform surfaces for better paint adhesion or other finishing operations.
Virtek Vision International Booth 5099 Waterloo, ON Canada Ph: 519.746.7190 Toll Free: 800.684.7835 www.virtek.ca Virtek is the global leader in laser projection and inspection solutions, providing exceptional expertise and engineering for manufacturers around the world. Our solutions improve productivity, increase accuracy and optimize quality in aerospace, wind energy, heavy industries, pre-fab construction and sheet metal fabrication. From composite ply layup, paint masking, precision placement of components, to quality inspection and reverse engineering tasks our tailored technology solutions featuring Iris LaserEdge, LaserQC and TrussLine, and others, give customers the competitive edge needed to succeed in their fields. Founded in 1986, Virtek is based in Waterloo, ON, Canada, and has global sales and service coverage. For more info www.virtek.ca, visit with us at booth 5099.
Voortman Steel Group Booth 5046 Monee, IL Ph: 708.885.4900 www.voortman.net
business partners to increase productivity and profitability. Voortman partners experience cutting edge CNC machinery that processes profiles and plate utilizing high-speed precision processing technologies that ensures reliability and durability, backed by Voortman’s advanced remote and field support. Voortman only uses reputable components suppliers to ensure part availability and future support.
Voss Engineering, Inc. Booth 8053 Lincolnwood, IL Ph: 847.673.8900 Toll Free: 800.323.3935 www.vossengineering.com Voss Engineering, Inc., provides expansion/slide bearing assemblies, bearing pads and isolation materials for highway bridges, industrial structures, machines, process piping and commercial buildings. Voss’ product line includes the following structural bearing pad materials: SOBRTEX (preformed fabric pad/cotton duck pad/CDP), VSB Slide Bearings (PTFE and steel plate), VTB (thermal break pad), NEOSORB [AASHTO grade neoprene (polychloroprene) and FIBERLAST or VOSSCO (random oriented fiber pads).
West Motor Freight, a division of the Evans Network of Companies Booth 3125 Boyertown, PA Ph: 610.367.2611 www.westmotor.com West Motor Freight, a division of the Evans Network of Companies. West Motor Freight’s MC number is one of the oldest in the industry dating back over 100 years with continuous operation. Versatility, capability, and reliability. With both vans and flatbeds, we provide a total logistics package backed by the latest equipment and technology.
Wurth House of Threads Booth 7101 Birmingham, AL Ph: 205.949.4183 Fax: 205.916.2511 www.houseofthreads.com Since 1963, House of Threads has become one of the nation’s largest fastener distributors. Today we own and operate distribution centers in strategic cities in the United States and Mexico. House of Threads offers innovative fastener solutions, including VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) systems that are custom designed to fit the specific needs of each customer. Through our commitment to the philosophy of “Continuous Improvement” and by training our team members to increase their product knowledge we have built a team that is among the most technically qualified in the industry. We have formed many “Partnership in Quality” relationships since our inception. Many of them have been in place for over 35 years.
Z Modular Booth 7131 Chicago, IL Ph: 312.275.1600 www.z-modular.com Z Modular, a division of Zekelman Industries, is a one-stop shop for modular construction products and services. Our goal is to reduce the cost of design, fabrication and building assembly through a standardized, scalable, connection system for structural modules. We don’t have floor plans at Z Modular so your imagination can run wild. It is the only way to build.
Zinga USA Booth 4113 Cheektowaga, NY Ph: 716.810.1550 www.zingausa.com Zinga is a unique galvanizing product that can reload hot-dip. It can be easily applied on location. Dry to touch (10 min.). Unlimited pot life, extended shelf life, 96% DFT and 99.995% purity. Binder does not empede zinc particles. Zinc flows freely to steel. Zinga is true cathodic protection.
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SAN ANTONIO | March 22–24, 2017 Abrasive and Fastening 5100 Solutions, Inc. Adaptive Construction 8139 Solutions, Inc. ADF Industrial Coating, Inc. 6125 Advance Tools, LLC 4116 AFF Design Services, LLC 8087 AGT Robotics 2080 Ajan Elektronik Servis 5094 San. Ve Tic., Ltd. Sti. Akyapak USA 1063 Albina Co., Inc. 8130 All-Pro Fasteners, Inc. 8136 Alliance for American 8115 Manufacturing Allied Machine & 5029 Engineering Corp. American Alloy Steel 5137 American Galvanizers 8138 Association AISC 6147 American Punch Company 5035 American Welding Society 8099 Anatomic Iron 8069 Steel Detailing Applied Bolting 7083 Technology, Inc. ArcelorMittal International 6070 Armatherm 7080 Atema, Inc. 7113 Atlas Tube, a division 7071 of Zekelman Industries Autodesk, Inc. 7065 AVEVA, Inc. 6033 AZZ Metal Coatings 7096 Baco Enterprises, Inc. 3013 BDS VirCon 6124 Behringer Saws, Inc. 2054 Beijing Jinzhaobo High 8103 Strength Fastener Co., Ltd. BendTec, Inc. 5112 Bentley Systems, Inc. 6130 Birmingham Fastener 6090 Birmingham Rail 6086 & Locomotive Blair Corporation 7087 Bluearc Stud Welding 6080 Bluebeam, Inc. 8083 Bosworth Steel Erectors 8106 Bradken, Inc. 5077 Brown Consulting 7076 Services, Inc. Buckner Companies 6076 Bull Moose Tube Company 6099 Burnco Mfg., Inc. – 2070 Prodevco Robotic Solutions CADeploy, Inc. 6087 CAMBCO, Inc. 5031 Canam Buildings 7077 Cast Connex Corporation 6069 Cerbaco, Ltd. 6062 Chicago Clamp Company 7121 Chicago Metal 7141 Rolled Products Cleveland City Forge 8045 Cleveland Punch & Die Co. 5085 CloudCalc, Inc. 8095 Color Works Painting, Inc. 8131 Combilift USA 5080 ComSlab 6127 Connect-EZ/ 8089 Tincher's Welding Controlled Automation, Inc. 5054 ConXtech, Inc. 7095 Core Brace, LLC 6034
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Rapidrill, LLC 8118 RISA Technologies, Inc. 3131 Romac Technologies 8043 Ronstan Tensile Architecture 7137 Rotator Industries 2058 SANRIA 8096 SE University by 6144 SE Solutions, LLC S-Frame Software 5114 Sherwin-Williams Protective 6095 and Marine Shop Data Systems, Inc. 5021 Short Span Steel 4124 Bridge Alliance SidePlate Systems, Inc. 4137 Simpson Strong-Tie Co. 6131 Simsona Corporation 6113 Skidmore-Wilhelm 8120 SKM Industries, Inc. 5023 SRG Onesource, LLC 7091 SSPC: The Society for 4115 Protective Coatings St. Louis Screw & Bolt 6053 Stainless Structurals America 5069 Steel Deck Institute 6148 Steel Dynamics Structural 7053 and Rail Division Steel Erectors Association 8114 of America Steel Founders’ Society 4114 of America Steel Joist Institute 6146 Steel Market Development 8119 Institute Steel Projects 5036 Steel Studio, Inc. 6136 Steel Tube Institute 5126 Steelmax Tools, LLC 5121 Strand7 Pty., Ltd. 5125 Structural Engineering 7139 Institute of ASCE Structural Stability 8143 Research Council (SSRC) STRUMIS LLC 7041 Taylor Devices, Inc. 8059 TDS Industrial Services, Ltd. 7054 Techflow Inc. 8035 Tectonix Steel, Inc. 7125 Tennessee Galvanizing 6064 Torchmate, a Lincoln 5041 Electric Company Trilogy Machinery, Inc. 5062 Trimble 7035 Triple S Steel Holdings 6068 TritonTek 6030 TurnaSure, LLC 6102 Unibor 5087 Universal Steel America, Inc. 5098 V&S Galvanizing 7050 Valmont Coatings 6024 Valmont Tubing – 8137 HSS Superstruct Vernon Tool, a Lincoln 5041 Electric Company VET Dessin Steel Detailing 5130 Viking Blast & Wash Systems 5131 Virtek Vision International 5099 Voortman Steel Group 5046 Voss Engineering, Inc. 8053 West Motor Freight, 3125 a division of the Evans Network of Companies Wurth House of Threads 7101 Z Modular 7131 Zinga USA 4113 Modern STEEL CONSTRUCTION
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Omer W. Blodgett, Welding Guru, Dies at 99 Omer W. Blodgett, who died on January 11 at the age of 99, lived and breathed welding. Throughout his long career, his expertise and passion in�uenced countless welders and engineers around the world. “If we didn’t have welding today, I think the world would come to a grinding halt,” he once said. Omer was born in Duluth, Minn., in 1917, and grew up on the shores of Lake Superior, where the Blodgett family had a �eet of lake vessels in the era of steam tugs and barges with sails. Like many who enter the profession, he came into welding via the family business, where he worked as a welder throughout high school and reputedly struck his �rst arc at the age of 10. In fact, his family actually lived on the boats during the colder months, when they weren’t in service, so welding was more than just a profession; it was a household chore. Repairs such as patching the boiler were an ongoing occurrence. Omer’s father even purchased a welding machine the year Omer was born to save on labor costs. Not surprisingly, the Great Depression was especially hard on the family. “When you work for your father, you turn your paycheck back to the family to keep food on the table,” recalled Omer in a 1997 interview with AISC president Charlie Carter. “The family business closed during the Great Depression, but a half-century later I sent Omer a map of Great Lakes shipwrecks, and he identi�ed several vessels that had belonged to his family,” explained Larry Kloiber, a consultant with LeJeune Steel. Omer attended the University of Minnesota, where he earned degrees in metallurgical and mechanical engineering. After graduating from college, he went to work for Globe Shipbuilding Company, where he re�ned his skills and learned �rsthand how to resolve welding issues like distortion and cracking. There, during World War II, he supervised 400 welders who fabricated 29 all-welded oceangoing ships for the Federal Maritime Commission. In 1945, he met James F. Lincoln, a man who would not only become a lifelong friend 76
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While he knew welding from his own experience, this role gave him insight on how others used it. In 1954, he became a design consultant for the company and also worked as a mechanical engineer. By the time he stopped working for Lincoln full-time in 2009, he’d spent more than six decades with the company. “I couldn’t work for any other company, I really couldn’t,” Omer recalled in his interview with Carter. “I admired Mr. Lincoln. I lost a friend when he died.” While his expertise and longevity are certainly what helped make Omer a household name in the world of welding and in the construction in general, it was his kind spirit and generosity—as well as his drive to encourage, mentor and bring out the best in others—that many who were close to him acknowledged as his most admirable traits. “Omer was a sort of long-distance mentor to me,” recalled Bill Thornton, a corporate consultant with Cives Steel Company. "We served together for a number of years in the late 70s and early 80s on the AWS D1.1 committee when I was a rookie and he was an old hand. He always encouraged me in my efforts.”
“Omer is a steel industry hero, and his in�uence on steel design and construction is incalculable,” commented Carter. “I personally appreciate and regularly remember things he said as he helped me: ‘Always remember that when a change is needed, the codes are the last to hear about it… Design with your head, not your heart.... When you're trying to solve a problem, walk to the other drinking fountain further down the hall and take the time to think about it more.’ He also told me that the person you are is more important than what you've done. Certainly, Omer lived that high ideal in his own life.” In 1977, at the direction of Lincoln Electric, Omer started to look for an understudy and successor. During a visit to LeTourneau College, he discovered Duane Miller, now Lincoln Electric’s manager of engineering services, who would become his protégé. Duane was asked to speak at Omer’s funeral and summarized his mentor’s attributes in three categories: an exceptional engineer, a tremendous teacher and a committed Christian. “The awards Mr. Blodgett received during his career speak to his engineering capability,” said Miller. “As a teacher, he had a passion not only for the content of what he taught but also for those who he was teaching; he really wanted others to learn. In his everyday living, he was a committed Christian. People described him with words like friendly, kind, considerate, honest, caring and humble— all outgrowths of his Christian faith.” Omer understood the importance of the codes and how they represented constant improvement. In his father’s time, he noted, codes and materials didn’t change, but he began to embrace the fact that change would become a constant in welding and construction, and it was crucial to anticipate it and drive it for the better. “He was the epitome of a professional engineer,” said Kloiber. “He was tireless in his quest for knowledge and extraordinary in his efforts to share this knowledge through years of service on AWS and AISC committees, along with seminars, publications and his landmark
news book, Design of Welded Structures . He made all of us better engineers.” “I have many fond memories of Omer, but I will mention one that illustrates his wide-ranging interest in others,” said Ted Galambos, professor emeritus with the University of Minnesota’s Department of Civil Environmental and GeoEngineering. “One of his collaborators at Lincoln Electric was a man named Richard Sabo, who was of Hungarian ancestry, as am I. Omer learned a number of Hungarian phrases from Mr. Sabo, and each time I met Omer, he would use his Hungarian skills on me.” “I consider Design of Welded Structures to be an ageless classic text for structural engineers,” noted Jim Fisher, former chair of AISC’s Speci�cation Committee and vice president emeritus at Computerized Structural Design. “I learned and solved many structural problems because of information in the text.” Everywhere he went, Omer’s name seemed to precede him. And rightfully so. “At Lincoln, I spent 50% of my time on the road,” recalled John Stropki, former CEO of Lincoln (now retired). “Wherever I went to visit customers or for other business meetings, anywhere in the world, Omer’s name almost always came up. They wouldn’t ask about past presidents or executives, they would ask about him. They’d show me autographed copies of his book and tell me how he in�uenced their work.” “It’s not so much that Omer knew Lincoln’s products but that he knew welding . He wasn’t a salesperson in the traditional sense, but more of an educator. He sold welding as the preferred way to build structures and educated people on how to best use it.” “We are indebted to Omer, who was a mentor to many,” said Christopher L. Mapes, Lincoln Electric’s current chairman, president and CEO. “He left a lasting legacy for our industry and will be fondly remembered with great honor.” The combination of knowledge and sheer friendliness was what made Omer not only good at what he did, but also good at communicating to others how to be good at it.
“I admired Omer for his ability to use basic principles on complex problems, his knowledge of fabrication and his integrity, said Tom Schla�y, AISC’s director of research. “He provided individual assistance to me on a number of occasions and contributed to committees I worked on. When Omer spoke, we all listened closely.” “I remember Omer best for his humble demeanor and his ability to explain things in a simple, down-to-earth manner,” recalled Jim Stori, former AISC Board chair and CEO of STS Steel. “That ability and the extent of his practical experience are how I’ll remember him. “You could always rely on Omer to carefully review and improve how welds would be used and assessed,” remarked John Fisher, professor emeritus at Lehigh University and founder of the school’s Advanced Technology for Large Structural Systems (ATLSS) Center. “He always gave a full measure and encouraged younger engineers.” “Omer was small in stature but his impact on the engineers practicing today and the industry in general can’t be measured,” commented Mark Holland, chief engineer with Paxton and Vierling Steel Company’s Steel Fabrication Division. “He was easy to know, funny, smart and kind, and had a deep understanding of science of welding. He
was the George Burns of welding.” Omer was a longtime member and contributor to a several professional organizations, including the AWS D1 Structural Welding Committee, the AISC Committee on Speci�cations and the Welding Research Council (WRC) Task Group on Beam-to-Column Connections. AWS recognized his contributions in 1962, 1973, 1980 and 1983. LeTourneau University presented him with an honorary doctor of science degree. He was recognized as one of the top 125 engineers of the past 125 years by Engineering News Record in 1999. And he even earned a triple crown of AISC awards: the T.R. Higgins Lectureship Award in 1983, the �rst Engineering Luminary Award in 1997— now called the AISC Special Achievement Award (for advancing the art and science of steel construction)—and the Lifetime Achievement Award in 1999. Omer was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy. He is the father of Robert (Linda), grandfather of Laura, Andrew and Mark, brother of the late John (Ida) and Ana Joslyn (Jay) and uncle of many. For a taste of Omer’s welding genius as well as his life story and general thoughts, see “Blodgett’s Treasures” in the February 2013 issue (at www.modernsteel.com ) and listen to his interview with Charlie Carter at www.aisc.org/podcasts (it’s Episode 9).
Lessons of the Lifelong Sort One of Omer’s enduring and endearing qualities was his willingness to pass along his knowledge to others. Here are a few lifelong lessons he presented at the 2004 NASCC: The Steel Conference in Long Beach, Calif.: ➤ Nothing beats hands-on experience. ➤ You’ll never know it all, so become a life-long student. ➤ Sometimes, great gems of knowledge are ignored for decades; this does not diminish their sparkle! ➤ You’ve got to have the courage of your convictions. ➤ Learn from other industries. ➤ Codes are not always clear as to intent and purpose. ➤ Welding is not a fastener! It is a method of design. ➤ Don’t hold back on accepting new ideas. You may be left behind. ➤ Don’t design with your heart. ➤ Codes always lag industry. ➤ A good picture is worth a thousand words. ➤ We’re standing on the shoulders of giants. Modern
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AISC Elects Seven New Board Members AISC is pleased to announce the election of seven new members to its Board of Directors: Chris Gionti of Steel Dynamics Structural & Rail, Columbia City, Ind.; Timothy Hanenburg of Cives Steel Company, Alpharetta, Ga.; Hugh McCaffrey of Southern New Jersey Steel Co., Inc., Vineland, N.J.; Matt Smith of L&M Industrial Fabrication, Tangent, Ore.; Steve Knitter of Geiger & Peters, Inc., Indianapolis; Richard Phillips of Veritas Steel LLC, Lisle, Ill.; and Gary Stein of Triple-S Steel Supply & Subsidiaries, Houston. “AISC certainly faced a challenge replacing seven board members, but we were very fortunate to have found such an accomplished and talented slate of industry leaders to join the board for 2017,” said David Zalesne, president of Owen Steel Company, Inc., Columbia, S.C., vice chair of the AISC Board of Directors and chair of the 2015-2016 AISC Committee on Director Nominations. “The scope of their experience in technical, commercial and marketing areas will serve the structural steel industry well, and will enable the Board to remain proactive in addressing the issues fabricators face.” Gionti is the general manager for the Steel Dynamics Structural and Rail Division in Columbia City, Ind. He joined the company nearly 20 years ago as a plant mechanical engineer at its Butler Flat Roll Facility and was responsible for various capital projects throughout the plant. In 2003, he was promoted to rolling mill manager of the newly acquired Engineered Bar Products Division in Pittsboro, Ind., and was in volved in the design, modi�cation and startup of this brown�eld site. In 2015, he was promoted to operations manager at the Techs Division in Pittsburgh. Hanenburg has been active in the steel industry for over 30 years, spend78
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ing his entire career with Cives Steel Company—starting out in their project manager training program and holding various positions at several locations. About two years ago he became president of Cives, responsible for all operating divisions of the company. He’s currently a member of the AISC Code of Standard Practice Committee and the American Welding Society, and has served on the board of directors for the Central Fabricators Association. McCaffrey has been the sole owner of Southern New Jersey Steel Company in Vineland, N.J., since 2005, and before that served as principal for the company for over a decade. He began his career with Southern Steel of Vineland, N.J., gaining experience in all facets of the structural and miscellaneous steel business. He currently serves as president of the Mid-Atlantic Steel Fabricators Association’s Board of Directors and has participated as a panel presenter at NASCC: The Steel Conference. Smith has served as president and CEO of L&M Industrial Fabrication since 2002. Before that, he held various operational and corporate management roles within Knife River Corp., which is a subsidiary of MDU Resources, Inc., a U.S. diversi�ed energy company. Active in the regional steel community, he served as president of the Paci�c Northwest Steel Fabricators Association for two years. Knitter has spent the last 20 years of his career in the steel industry working in engineering, manufacturing, project management, estimating and �nance, and he became president of Geiger & Peters in 2010. He
began his career in manufacturing as a robotics engineer for Motorola, setting up and supporting automated cell phone circuit board assembly lines, before transitioning into structural steel. He is currently a member of the Central Fabricators Association Board of Directors, Modern Steel Construction's Editorial Advisory Panel and the Indiana Subcontractors Association Governance Committee. Previously, he served as president of the Indiana Fabricators Association and participated on the AISC Future Leaders Planning Committee. He was also a speaker at the 2016 NASCC: The Steel Conference and 2015 AISC Future Leaders Conference. He is a member of the Indiana Subcontractors Association, Metro Indianapolis Coalition for Construction Safety, Indiana Fabricators Association, the American Welding Society and AISC. Phillips joined Veritas Steel three years ago as executive vice president of business development, responsible for managing sales, estimating, project management and procurement functions. Since then, he's also been an operating partner of Atlas Holdings, LLC. Before joining Veritas Steel three years ago, he served as president, executive vice president and CFO of Hirschfeld Industries for eight years. He has been a member of the executive council of NSBA since 2014 and previously served on the AISC Board of Directors from 2010 to 2013, having also served as treasurer. Stein has been president and CEO of Houston-based structural steel distribution company, Triple-S Steel Holdings, Inc., for more than a quarter-century. He also serves as chairman of ProservAnchor Crane Group, a local manufacturer of overhead crane systems.
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AISC, ACSA Issue Student Design Competition Call for Entries Attention college and university faculty: It’s time to register your students for the 17th annual ACSA/AISC Steel Design Student Competition. Individual students or teams participating in this year’s competition are required to have a faculty sponsor, who must �ll out the registration form by March 29; registration information may be modi�ed until submission of the �nal project (due by May 24). A total of $14,000 in cash prizes will be awarded to the winning students and their faculty sponsors, and there i s no fee to enter the competition. The program encourages architecture students from across North America to explore the use of steel in structural design. Students have the opportunity to participate in one of two categories: a museum category that challenges students AISC SPEC
to design a museum featuring exhibit areas for large scale exhibits—as well as permanent collections and changing or rotating exhibitions—and an open design category. For more about the competition,
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New Revision of AISC Spec now Available The 2016 version of AISC's Speci�cation for Structural Steel Buildings (ANSI/AISC 360-16) is now available for downloading at www.aisc.org/2016spec . The download is free. The 2016 Speci�cation supersedes the 2010 version (ANSI/AISC 360-10). It has been approved by the AISC Committee on Speci�cations, is ANSI-accredited and forms the basis for the 15th Edition Steel Construction Manual , which is scheduled to be published in the third quarter of 2017. “The 2016 AISC Speci�cation continues to satisfy the mission of the AISC Committee on Speci�cations, which is to maintain a practice-oriented speci�cation that provides for life safety, economy, predictable behavior and response and ease of use, while incorporating important updates in response to academic research and industry practice,” commented Shankar Nair, past chairman of the AISC Committee on Speci�cations. Please visit www.ais c.org/2016spec to view and/or download the 2016 AISC Specification and commentary as a PDF. The 2010 version and othe r related documents are also available for free at www.aisc.org/standards .
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U.S. Steel Industry Supports “Buy American, Hire American” Initiative U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (R-IL), along with nearly 20 House Republicans, published a letter to the Trump Administration, pledging their assistance in the development of its "Buy American, Hire American" initiative. Buy American laws provide a preference to domestically produced goods and services in federal procurement, such as investments in public infrastructure. "When American taxpayer dollars are being spent, an effort should be made to spend those in support of American workers," said Bost. "As we grow our economy and rehabilitate our nation's infrastructure, more must be done to ensure that Buy American preference laws are applied to these projects." (See the associated news item at www.aisc.org for links to a copy of this letter and a template letter to elected of�cials.)
Bost's effort was supported by the Davis, along with John Delaney (D American Institute of Steel Construc- MD), is also a cosponsor of the Partnertion, the National Steel Bridge Alliance, ship to Build America Act, which seeks to U.S. Steel, the Alliance for American create a fund to provide �nancing to state Manufacturing and more than a dozen and local governments for new infrastruciron and steel companies and associa- ture projects. tions representing steel manufacturers AISC and NSBA repre sent nearly and fabricators. 1,000 domestic steel fabricators, service Other signatories to the letter in- centers and mills, as well as hundreds cluded David Joyce (R-OH), Bradley of erectors. Combined, the U.S. fabriByrne (R-AL), Robert Aderholt (R- cated structural steel industry employs AL), Martha Roby (R-AL), Rodney more than 160,000 American workers. Davis (R-IL), Jeff Fortenberry (R-LA), "It's important that tax money is used Sam Graves (R-MO), John Katko (R- to support American workers and AmeriNY), Mo Brooks (R-AL), Bob Gibbs can businesses," stated Charles J. Carter, (R-OH), Duncan Hunter (R-CA), AISC's president. "We urge everyone Walter Jones (R-NC), David McKin- involved in the construction industry to ley (R-WV), Gregg Harper (R-MS), contact their representatives and express Rick Crawford (R-AR) and Joe Wilson their support of the 'Buy American, Hire (R-SC). American' initiative."
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