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Advantages of Welding
Materials saving (often no connecting members necessary) Quieter than impact wrenches normally used for bolts More forgiving when dimensions dont match Forms rigid joints Simpler detailing
Advantages of Bolts
Does not require as highly skilled workers Requires less equipment Reduced risk of fire Better quality control
Bolts
Available Bolts
A307 Non-high strength bolts A325 - High strength bolts A490 Strengths given in Table J3.2 (p. 16.1-61)
16.1-62
Connection types
Bearing Slip-critical
10 in.
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