Columns should be placed in straight lines in each direction so that at every panel there will be a maximum number of points of resistance. The sections of columns should be as wide as pos-Sible in each direction and should be connected at each floor by girders as deep as the requirements for head room will permit. Both columns and girders should be latticed if the computation of stresses does not require solid web plates. If solid webs are required then the webs should be punched at frequent intervals to permit of the proper application of reinforcing steel as will be hereinafter discussed. Between the girders at each floor will be the necessary steel beams for carrying the reinforced concrete floor slabs.
In cases where head room or'! clear interior spaces are absolutely necessary then resort must be had to knee braces. It is recommended however that such rooms as absolutely require great height or clear interior be placed on the top storey or as near there to as possible. Rivets for connexion of girders to columns should be in shear, wherever possible. Rivets in tension should be studiously avoided.
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