12.4Connections, Joints and Fasteners

IS 800:2007, General Construction in Steel — Code of Practice

Last Updated 29 Oct 2026

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12.4.1

All bolts used in frames designed to resist earthquake loads shall be fully tensioned high strength friction grip (HSFG) bolts or turned and fitted bolts.

12.4.2

All welds used in frames designed to resist earthquake loads shall be complete penetration butt welds, except in column splices, which shall conform to 12.5.2.

12.4.3

Bolted joints shall be designed not to share load in combination with welds on the same faying surface.