An example of designing a branch line restraint using the CADDY Seismic Bracing Calculator, which makes it easier than ever to select the correct CADDY bracing products for use in fire protection applications. This web-based calculator allows users to create and save designs for multiple projects while providing the necessary submittal forms.
TOLCO (R) Seismic Bracing Software. Ideal for contractors, design consultants and inspectors, this seismic bracing calculation program has many features, including: zone of influence calculations that are self-correcting; component load information; fastener load information and a complete summary sheet with brace assembly details in AutoCAD format. TOLCO Seismic Bracing products are manufactured in Corona, California, which is located on the “Ring of Fire” – locations that experience multiple earthquakes a year. Most are small, but some are significant and the potential for a major catastrophic earthquake is always present.
This time-saving calculator simplifies the selection of products and provides the necessary engineering calculations - providing a complete solution to support rigid bracing, cable bracing, and branch line restraints.
A walk through of how to design a sway brace using the CADDY Seismic Bracing Calculator, which makes it easier than ever to select the correct CADDY bracing products for use in fire protection applications. This web-based calculator allows users to create and save designs for multiple projects while providing the necessary submittal forms. This time-saving calculator simplifies the selection of products and provides the necessary engineering calculations - providing a complete solution to support rigid bracing, cable bracing, and branch line restraints.