CONNECTOR FOR CONNECTING BEAMS TO COLUMNS

摘要

A connector according to the present invention includes a bulk head for connection to a column and a plate extending from the bulk head for connection to a beam. The connector is preferably die cast for ease of manufacturing to avoid welded connections which may provide structural weaknesses. The bulk head has a compact tapered shape which provides a reduced surface area end surface coming into contact with the column. This reduced contact area of the end surface provides an advantageous configuration which avoids the prying action of the prior art T-shaped brackets. The plate which extends from the bulk head is adapted to be welded to a beam and includes a tapered portion that diminishes in a width dimension as the tapered portion extends away from the second surface to a free end. Preferably, the plate includes one or more tuning holes for adjusting the yield strength of the plate.