I need to construct some extensive, but not load bearing, stud walls in our workshop. Trouble is, the mezzanine against which I want to secure the top plate is a steel girder construction, approx 3 metres off the ground.
I'm guessing it will affect the integrity of the steel if I drill it and simply bolt the top plate to the bottom chord with, say, an M8 bolt. Is there an established fixing that could be secured to the top of the top plate and simply stop it shifting back and forth, with just tight fitting studs holding the top plate in place.
The mezzanine is well supported,and the loads it bears will be minimal-all the lathes and heavy plant are downstairs on concrete.
Any ideas?
Many thanks
2007-07-23 05:13:16 · 5 answers · asked by StuartB 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
you have really answered your own question ..8mm bolts are fine ..and no they will not affect the integrity of the steel ..one every 2 metres ..have done it many times and it complies with building regs
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2016-04-22 18:39:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you would be okay if you used the M8s with holes drilled in the bottom flange of the beam at a decent spacing.
I guess another way would be to use angle brackets and self-tapping screws. If you left a small gap and used a slotted connection to the top plate of the stud wall, it would allow for any differential movement (ie the wood shrinking) or any deflection of the beam above.
2007-07-23 05:23:54 · answer #3 · answered by zebedee 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hi - The usual method of fixing timber to steels is with a 'Hilti' gun or similar. This gun will fire a nail into the steel through the timber. You could try your local hire shop. These can be pretty lethal bits of kit and may require specific certification from a Health and Safety point of view. You obviously don't have the necessary certification (if required), so a hire company may not let you rent one, but it could be worth asking. You'll also need some ear- muffs and goggles.
2007-07-23 05:23:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your wall is not load bearing why do you not just affix the top plate with a strong adhesive (no nails) or a product like that. as long as your sole plate, studs and noggings are well secured, i dont see any problems in affixing the top plate by this method. lots less hassle than drilling through the rsj.
hope that helps, paulie m.
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2014-09-27 04:32:46 · answer #6 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi
You don't say how big the girder is, it's an R.S.J,so drilling will be fine the other alternative is to weld the top plate to the girder and secure from that.
Hope this helps.
Ray. West York's. U.K.
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you either have to use a top plate, or you have to use studs that are 1 1/2 inches longer. [p.s. you'll have less waste using the top plate].
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