Moment-connected steel beams frame into a central column web along a grid line utilizing welded flanges and bolted shear tabs. The beam flanges feature complete joint penetration welds typically, with continuity plates matching the column flange. Plate thicknesses are specified as one-quarter inch plus the beam flange thickness for plate two, and one-quarter inch plus the beam web thickness for plate one. Four-inch return welds are specified top and bottom, typically. Shear connections utilize vertical plates with four bolts securing the beam webs.
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