Advanced Package Training Scaffolding 2011.1 - Scia-Software GbR

13. Scaffolding – Coupler Check
When hen checking the allowable stresses, it is recommended to view the results per profil profile type (standards,
bracings, …). The maximal stresses can now ow be compared to the allowable values of the supplier. Also the
base jacks are checked with this value.
For the anchorage forces, the reaction force can be tested to the allowable force of a perpendicular coupler.
On the other hand, the anchorage can also be checked manually on the combined effect of tension and
shear.
For connections this his check can be performed by Scia Engineer itself, with the options “Steel -> Scaffolding -
Coupler check”.
This check performs a unity check for the couplers for which a rigidity is given.
Example
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- Choose for “Scaffolding – Coupler Check” in the steel menu
- Take a look at the check for beam B350 B350: a unity check of 0,35.
The values of this check are displayed below.
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