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"C" Section
A steel building member formed using steel sheet in the shape of a block "C".
A steel building member formed using steel sheet in the shape of a block "C".
Cab-Operated Crane
A crane controlled by an operator in a cab supported on the bridge or trolley.
A crane controlled by an operator in a cab supported on the bridge or trolley.
Camber
The Curvature of a structural member for the purpose of offsetting the deflection when loads are applied.
The Curvature of a structural member for the purpose of offsetting the deflection when loads are applied.
Canopy
A projecting roof structure that is supported at one end only.
A projecting roof structure that is supported at one end only.
Cantilever Beam
A beam supported only at one end with the other end free to move.
A beam supported only at one end with the other end free to move.
Capillary Action
An action causing movement of liquids when in contact with two adjacent surfaces..
An action causing movement of liquids when in contact with two adjacent surfaces..
Cap Plate
A plate located at the top of a column or end of a beam for capping the exposed end of the member.
A plate located at the top of a column or end of a beam for capping the exposed end of the member.
Cast In Place Base
A member imbedded in the edge of the foundation to which the wall panels are attached.
A member imbedded in the edge of the foundation to which the wall panels are attached.
Caulk
Filling joints, seams, or voids by filling with a waterproofing compound or material to ensure a weather-tight seal.
Filling joints, seams, or voids by filling with a waterproofing compound or material to ensure a weather-tight seal.
Chalking
A white powder film on the paint finish of steel building panels due to over exposure
A white powder film on the paint finish of steel building panels due to over exposure
Channel, Hot Rolled
A member that is shaped during a semi-molten state.
A member that is shaped during a semi-molten state.
Cladding
The exterior metal roof and wall paneling of a steel building system.
The exterior metal roof and wall paneling of a steel building system.
Clip
A plate or angle used to fasten two or more members together.
A plate or angle used to fasten two or more members together.
Closure Strip
A strip used to close openings created by ribbed panels joining other components.
A strip used to close openings created by ribbed panels joining other components.
Cold Forming
The process of shaping steel into desired cross sections at room temperature using press brakes or rolling mills
The process of shaping steel into desired cross sections at room temperature using press brakes or rolling mills
Collateral Loads
Loads caused by permanent materials, other than the steel building system, such as sprinklers, mechanical and electrical systems, partitions and ceilings.
Loads caused by permanent materials, other than the steel building system, such as sprinklers, mechanical and electrical systems, partitions and ceilings.
Column
A main member used in a vertical position on a steel building for the purpose of transfering loads from main roof beams, trusses, or rafters to the foundation.
A main member used in a vertical position on a steel building for the purpose of transfering loads from main roof beams, trusses, or rafters to the foundation.
Component
A distinct part a steel building system.
A distinct part a steel building system.
Concealed Clip
A clip used with a wall or roof panel system to connect the panel to the supporting structure without exposing the fasteners on the exterior surface.
A clip used with a wall or roof panel system to connect the panel to the supporting structure without exposing the fasteners on the exterior surface.
Continuity
The terminology describing the transfer of loads and stresses from member to member of a steel building system, allowing the members to act as a single unit.
The terminology describing the transfer of loads and stresses from member to member of a steel building system, allowing the members to act as a single unit.
Continuous Beam
A beam having three or more supports.
A beam having three or more supports.
Contractor
A general contractor or sub-contractor with the responsibility for providing steel building systems and erection.
A general contractor or sub-contractor with the responsibility for providing steel building systems and erection.
Covering
The exterior metal roof and wall paneling of a steel building system.
The exterior metal roof and wall paneling of a steel building system.
Crane
A machine designed to move material by means of a hoist.
A machine designed to move material by means of a hoist.
Crane Girder
The primary horizontal beams of the crane bridge that supports the trolley..
The primary horizontal beams of the crane bridge that supports the trolley..
Crane Rail
A track supporting and guiding the wheels of a top-running bridge crane or trolley system.
A track supporting and guiding the wheels of a top-running bridge crane or trolley system.
Crane Runway Beam
The member that supports a crane rail. The crane runway beam is supported by columns or rafters depending on the type of crane system.
The member that supports a crane rail. The crane runway beam is supported by columns or rafters depending on the type of crane system.
Crane Span
The horizontal distance center-to-center of runway beams.
The horizontal distance center-to-center of runway beams.
Crane Stop
A device used to limit travel of a trolley or crane bridge.
A device used to limit travel of a trolley or crane bridge.
Crane Support Column
A separate column used in steel building systems that supports the runway beam of a top-running crane.
A separate column used in steel building systems that supports the runway beam of a top-running crane.
Curb
A raised edge on a concrete floor slab or in the roof for various accessories.
A raised edge on a concrete floor slab or in the roof for various accessories.
Curtain Wall
Perimeter wall panels that carry only their own weight and wind load
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