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Cast
Connex Corporation of Toronto, Canada has developed a new connector
design for CHS members that uses a high strength cast steel connector.
The
connector
meets structural requirements for strength and provides design,
production, assembly, and cost benefits.
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The
steel connector casting consists of solid round section transitioning
into two flat plates which are bolted to the gusset plate.
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Bolt
attachment to a single gusset plate accommodates simple
fabrication, construction, and site erection.
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The
bolt connection eliminates the need for field welding with its
inherent variability.
The
heavy end of the connector is tapered to accept hollow round braces of
different wall thickness for complete joint penetration (CJP) welding.
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