Hi, When you are designing a moment frame with joists, there's no joint check. Does this mean it doesn't check to see if the column walls fail with connections?

Hi, I wanted to clarify the output for the seismic provisions joint code check in regards to continuity plate. I am unclear of what the 0.66" under "Tf Prov (in)" is indicating. Do I need a 0.66" thick continuity plate? Also, how is RAM arriving at…

Hello, In RAM Frame when running the joint check for Seismic Provisions, I get these errors associated with the joints of my OCBF frames with HSS braces, HSS columns, and wide flange beams. Is this just saying that RAM won't do a code check for these…

When the report references one and two story exceptions, which code references the two story exception? In the AISC 341 Section 9.6 (a)(i) / AISC 341 E3.4(a)(1), it says the exception applies to "Columns used in a one-story building or the top story…

Basak Framing V4.rar Hi, Attached herein is my analysis of a 2-Storey House in Staad Pro; the problem is that when i used this file in RCDC 6.3 to design Column, the result is all failed. It seems like the program wants me to increase the dimension…

I am able to perform the Joint Code Check for both the Standard and Seismic provisions in RAM Frame but am having issues with the reports.The joints will show up in the appropriate colors relative to the index (i.e. green for OK, blue stiffeners where…