AISC 303-05 Code of Standard Practice for Steel Bu ildings and Bridges March 18, 2005 Supersedes the March 7, 2000 AISC Code of Standard Practice for Steel Bu ildings and Bridges and all previous versions. Prepared by the American Institute of Steel Construction, Inc. under the direction of the AISC Committee on the Code of Standard Practice and issued by the AISC Board of Directors. AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION, INC. One East Wacker Drive, Suite 3100, Chicago, Illinois 60601-2000 Code of Standard Practice for Steel Bu ildings and Bridges, March 18, 2005 AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION 16.3-ii Copyright © 2005 by American Institute of Steel Construction, Inc. All rights reserved. This book or any part thereof must not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of the publisher. The information presented in this publication has been prepared in accordance with recognized engineering principles and is for general information only. While it is believed to be accurate, this information should not be used or relied upon for any specific application without competent professional examination and verification of its accuracy, suitability and applicability by a licensed engineer, architect or other professional. The publication of the material contained herein is not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of the American Institute of Steel Construction, Inc. or of any other person named herein, that this information is suitable for any general or particular use or of freedom from infringement of any patent or patents. Anyone making use of this information assumes all liability arising from such use. Caution must be exercised when relying upon other specificat...
