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ERECTION 16.3-55

Fig. C-7.7. Alignment tolerances for members with field splices.

angular variation of the working line from a straight line that is extended in
the plan direction from the working point at its supported end is equal to or
less than 1/500 of the distance from the working point at the free end.

Commentary:
This tolerance is evaluated after the fixed end condition is sufficient to
stabilize the cantilever and before the temporary support is removed. The
preset specified in the contract documents should be calculated accord-
ingly. The temporary support cannot be used to induce artificial deflection
into the cantilever to meet this tolerance after the fixed end is restrained.

(f) For a member of irregular shape, the plumbness, elevation and alignment
shall be acceptable if the fabricated member is within its tolerances and the
members that support it are within the tolerances specified in this Code.
(g) For a member that is fully assembled in the field in an unstressed condition,
the same tolerances shall apply as if fully assembled in the shop.
(h) For a member that is field-assembled, element-by-element, in place, tempo-
rary support shall be used or an alternative erection plan shall be submitted
to the owner’s designated representatives for design and construction. The
tolerance in Section 7.13.1.2(d) shall be met in the supported condition with
working points taken at the point(s) of temporary support.

Commentary:
Trusses fabricated and erected as a unit or as an assembly of truss segments

Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, June 15, 2016
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION