Structural design
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Lateral Torsional Buckling Explained
Lateral torsional buckling (LTB) is a stability phenomenon that affects slender beams subjected to bending. It occurs when a beam, instead of simply bending about its major axis, experiences simultaneous lateral displacement and twist, leading to a sudden out-of-plane failure. Understanding and preventing LTB is critical in the design of steel and aluminium structures where…
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Execution Classes in Structural Steelwork
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Understanding EN 1993-6: Designing Crane Supporting Structures to Eurocode Standards
EN 1993-6 is the Eurocode standard for designing safe, fatigue-resistant steel crane supporting structures. This post explains key load combinations, buckling checks, and practical equations to keep your overhead runways compliant and reliable. Essential reading for engineers working with industrial cranes and lifting operations.
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Simple Connections – the SCI Green Book explained
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SCI Red, Green and Grey books
The SCI (Steel Construction Institute) colour books are a well-known series of publications offering trusted guidance for the design of structural steelwork in the UK and Europe. Each colour corresponds to a different thematic focus within structural steelwork design. Below is a rewritten overview of the principal SCI colour books, including their official publication numbers…