The Bottom Line: The Impact of 30 Years of Material and Code Changes on Connection Costs [O4]

Thirty years ago, a postage stamp cost 25 cents. A gallon of gas cost $1. And steel connection costs were completely different. Learn how changes to the AISC specification affecting connection design and current material availability/pricing affect connections that have become more or less expensive in the last 30 years.

Assuming that each fabricator is set up for maximum efficiency, this session will focus on minor changes to consider, such as preferred bolt mix and size/grade of connection material, instead of comparing different connection styles. We'll look at the impact of member materials (A36 vs. A572 vs. A913), some specification changes from 9th Edition through 14th Edition, connection material availability and cost (A36 vs A572), and bolt cost (A325 vs A490).

Track: Connections

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