It depends on the application. Many columns, point loads, and wall loads can be supported by the plank. Spancrete’s Engineering Department will analyze each case of unsupported loads and will give you a specific recommendation for your particular project. Contact your local Spancrete Sales Representative to review your application.

SMA Research Notes (stored as PDFs):

1003: Width to Span Ration Effect on Load Distribution
1004: Shear Design at End Openings
1005: Shear Design for Edge Loads
1006: Shear Strength
1007: Shear Strength with Filled Cores
1008: Crushing Capacity of Plank Ends
1011: Diaphragm Shear on Untopped Spancrete Decks
1018: Concentrated Loads on Untopped Spancrete Decks
1019: Concentrated Loads on Topped Spancrete Decks
1020: Load Distribution