This structural detail identifies protected zones in a buckling-restrained braced frame assembly consisting of steel columns, beams, and a diagonal brace with gusset plate connections. Protected zones encompass the steel core and connection elements in accordance with Section F4.5c of AISC 341. Shaded regions denote areas where attachments penetrating the casing or supporting over 50 pounds require approval from the engineer of record and the brace manufacturer.
PROTECTED ZONES BRB PROTECTED ZONES SHALL INCLUDE THE STEEL CORE AND CONNECTION ELEMENTS AND SHALL SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION F4.5c OF AISC 341. ADDITIONALLY, ATTACHMENTS WHICH PENETRATE THE CASING (SCREWS, PAF, ETC) OR ANY ATTACHMENT SUPPORTING OVER 50 LBS SHALL BE APPROVED BY THE ENGINEER OF RECORD AND COREBRACE. SHADED REGIONS INDICATE PROTECTED ZONES
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