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    8 mm diameter of steel anchor equivalent to 40 mm by 4.76 mm thick steel strap?

    This is from Ontario building code part 9: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9.20.11.1. Anchorage of Floor or Roof Assemblies (1) Where required to receive lateral support, masonry walls shall be...
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    heavy unprotected exposed structural steel fire resistance

    Are there provisions in IBC, IFC or in the standards referenced in those two Codes to calculate the inherent fire resistance of heavy unprotected exposed structural steel?
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    Restaurant Patio Cover - Type I-A building

    Happy New Year! Question regarding fire proofing of steel canopy structure in a restaurant (A-2 Occupancy) in Los Angeles. Here is condition and my understanding: - Located at a low rise (2 story) portion of a 12 story high-rise. Type IA. - Currently outdoor dining patio. Open to sky...
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