Hello. This is Brad Fletcher. I'm a Structural Engineer with Atlas Tube, and today I want to talk about jumbo HSS. So what exactly do we mean by jumbo HSS? Well, Atlas Tube is the largest producer of hollow structural sections in North America, and therefore, we also make the largest sizes available in North America. We make up to the 16-inch sq...
Read moreAny structural engineer or architect will tell you that there are several challenges associated with HSS connections. Deciding which type of connection to use, additional installation time, and increased cost are all factors that can dissuade a design professional from specifying HSS connections in a project. However, expansion bolts may be the...
Read moreWhen designing truss connections, there are several considerations you must take keep in mind to ensure a successful design. Some of these considerations include, but are not limited to, joint strength, fabrication costs, the number and type of connections, and the number of different sized web members. In case you are not too familiar wi...
Read moreAs manufacturing and other STEM industries continue to thrive, the demand for individuals working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics focused careers will also grow. With a focus on structural engineering, here are eight interesting statistics about engineering education, future job growth, and a brief description of what...
Read moreManufacturing is the foundation of Atlas Tube (along with the five other divisions of JMC Steel Group). Without the men and women who operate our facilities day in and day out, we wouldn’t be where we are today, and neither would our economy. According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, manufa...
Read moreThe 2014 NCSEA Annual Conference was held this past week in New Orleans, LA. Hosted by the...
Read moreThe month of June was a productive one for the construction industry. According to a recent article from Engineering...
Read moreAt Atlas Tube, we offer a variety of services to ensure the highest quality products for our customers. When you choose Atlas Tube, you’ll receive a superior, value-added product every time. Our value-added services include: I.D. flash removal...
Read moreMatt Obeid, Vice President at the Steel Supply Co., recently wrote an excellent blog de...
Read moreMost users of HSS are now aware of the new ASTM A1085 specification for "higher performance" HSS that was approved in 2013 and immediately manufactured by Atlas Tube. Details of the features of this HSS are readily available: http://www.atlasconnection.com/profiles/blogs/new-astm-specification-provides-improved-performance-for-hollow In 2...
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