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Prior to getting engineered stamped drawings, our engineering partners will need data of the building to properly analyze the maximum storage capacities.
It’s best not to assume the slab of the building is sufficient for your proposed racking system until a professional engineer reviews it. They will require stamped structural drawings to reference when analyzing the rack system. Consider going to your local City Hall if you don’t have the structural drawings available. If you are unable to obtain those documents, core samples and evaluation through a 3rd party may be required.
Understanding the soil condition is an essential part of seismic engineering. A geotechnical report with a Site Class will be required. If you need assistance, we have great partners that can provide you with the necessary reports. Our Project Sales team can work with you on reviewing what documents must be provided prior to an engineer issuing stamped drawings, which is a recommend service for all our projects.
If the concrete slab already exists, but you are not sure what it can support, we can help. This is common occurrence when occupying a new facility or searching for one. Don’t assume the existing slab will be adequate, often it is not, and the implications can be devastating if you have already signed the lease or purchased the building.
If structural drawings for the slab are available, our engineers will review the data and determine the slab’s capacity. If not, we can take and analyze core samples to determine the concrete specifications. The geotechnical information, soil classification, and seismic rating of the area can have a major impact on the slab capacity and may need to be considered as well.
When submitting a permit, you may require an Engineer stamped letter stating the capacity of a concrete slab is adequate for the intended loads. Structures such as Pallet Racking, Mezzanines, and Cranes typically require permits and a stamped letter regarding the concrete slab. Our engineers can help you with this and advise or assist you with the permit process if required.
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