C-12.512.5 continuity plates

AISC 358-22, Prequalified Connections for Special and Intermediate Steel Moment Frames for Seismic Applications

Last Updated 29 Oct 2026

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The need for continuity plates is determined in the design procedure by basing demand on the expected tensile strength of the Links as discussed in Commentary Section 12.4 and design strength as determined by the AISC Specification. As was used successfully in the qualification testing, fillet welds are permitted at the web and flanges of the column.

C-12.512.5 continuity plates

AISC 358-22, Prequalified Connections for Special and Intermediate Steel Moment Frames for Seismic Applications

Last Updated 29 Oct 2026

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The need for continuity plates is determined in the design procedure by basing demand on the expected tensile strength of the Links as discussed in Commentary Section 12.4 and design strength as determined by the AISC Specification. As was used successfully in the qualification testing, fillet welds are permitted at the web and flanges of the column.