The Codes and Design Loads of Metal Buildings
Across the United States, there are building codes designed to maintain a standard of safety implemented both nationally and regionally. While these codes vary based on location due to the various challenges different areas present to buildings, they are all based on the same methodology—loads.Due to codes typically being tailored to the unique climates and risks of where the building is being installed, the design of a building can varies significantly based on location. Several types of loads must be considered in relation to the climate of an area, including vertical loads, horizontal loads, and longitudinal loads.Vertical loads are divided into several sub-classifications. While some apply to elements of the building itself, such as dead loads (the materials used in the buildin...
