Recently, a client came to us with a difficult design problem. A building the client was constructing needed a cantilever beam to support the roof. Unfortunately, there was very little head clearance, and therefore not enough space to place a steel cantilever beam under the roof joists.
This required innovation.
The solution: A unique framing design that could provide adequate support while also providing enough head clearance. A traditional cantilever support consists of a beam that sits beneath the roof joists. In our design, the joists are made of 2 x 12 lumber which is notched to allow the steel beam to fit inside the joists, rather than sitting underneath them. This significantly increases the clearance of the beam.
This framing design allowed the client to proceed with the project.
As a client you may have design challenges that require a unique solution. At Engineering Studio Denver we are always up to the task. There is nothing we love more than a good engineering challenge! Call us today to discuss your project’s engineering needs.