The Indian Standard (IS) 800-2007 is the national building code for the general construction of steel structures in India. Published by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), this comprehensive code provides engineers, architects, and construction professionals with the latest standards and best practices for designing and building sturdy steel structures safely.
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Scope of and Coverage of IS 800 2007
The IS 800 code spans five parts, each covering a critical aspect of steel construction:
- Part 1: Guidelines for determining dead loads, live loads, wind loads, seismic loads and other design forces acting on the structure
- Part 2: Specifications for different steel materials like plates, sheets, strips, bars, flats and sections
- Part 3: Requirements for welded and riveted connections, joints, roof trusses, chimneys, masts etc.
- Part 4: Fabrication and erection protocols for steel members, frames and sections
- Part 5: Additional requirements for designing specialized steel structures like transmission towers, chimneys, bunkers etc.
Some of the common structural steel components that comply with IS 800 include I-beams, channels, angles, tubular sections as well as composite sections.
Key Features of IS 800
IS 800 is a complex document, but it is also a very well-written and organized one. The code clearly explains the provisions, and structures the code in an easy to follow manner. The code is also up-to-date with the latest international standards.
Some of the key features of the code include:
- Adopts limit state design philosophy for improved structural safety
- Provides tables and design aids to simplify steel member design
- Promotes the use of computerized analysis and design
- Aligns with international codes like Eurocode 3 and AISC
- Mandates use of ISO certified fabrication workshops
- Enhances constructability through standardized member sizes
By conforming to IS 800-2007, structural engineers and architects can ensure steel buildings and infrastructure like stadiums, metro rails, industrial sheds, high-rises etc. are optimally designed, efficiently constructed, and comply with the latest Indian standards. The code thus promotes structural safety, integrity and economy.
Who Should Use IS 800
The IS 800 should be used by all engineers who are involved in the design of steel structures. Architects, contractors, and other professionals involved in the construction of steel structures also find the code a valuable reference.
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Conclusion
IS 800 is an essential code of practice for the design of steel structures in India. The code is comprehensive, well-written, and up-to-date with the latest international standards. This code is also an important tool for ensuring that steel structures are designed in a safe and economical manner.