
Research and Applications in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation – Zingoni (Ed.)
© 2013 Taylor & Francis Group, London, ISBN 978-1-138-00061-2
Flexural strength of single channels restrained by angle cleats
G.M. Bukasa & M. Dundu
University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa
ABSTRACT: It is common practice to restrain members in flexure using fly-bracings. In this investigation a
series of channels are restrained by a purlin–angle cleat connection. The channels are subjected to a two point
loading system in order to simulate a distributed load. Variable in the tests include the unbraced length between
the two-point loads and