Ebook: Guide for Strengthening and Repairing Existing Structures

This book provides engineers and contractors with general direction and guidance on weld repairs, weld strengthening, and other procedures to correct problematic issues with existing structures made of steel (minimum yield strength of 100 ksi and minimum thickness of 1/8 inch), cast iron, and wrought iron. This Guide is intended to assist in the evaluation of existing structural elements and the development of appropriate procedures for repairing those elements.
Content:
Front Matter
• Statement on the Use of American Welding Society Standards
• List of Tables
• Table of Contents
1. General Provisions
• 2. Normative References
• 3. Terms and Definitions
4. Weldability
5. Evaluation of Existing Welds
6. Testing and Sampling
7. Heat Straightening
8. Strengthening and Damage Repair
List of Annexes