Posted 3/14/2008 15:46 (#333956 - in reply to #333909) Subject: Re: I-beam strengths
Northwest Ohio
Correct ... flange thickness will make a big difference on the strength. One other thing they'll need to know, is if the beam is cantilevered (only attached at one end like would swing in an arc), or if it's supported at both ends (like an A-frame crane) ... as that'll make a big difference too.