5. New processes or processes under development
5.1 Quicon process
This system is designed to reduce the time and effort required for on-site assembly. The main advantage of the process is that all bolts are fully installed and tightened at the factory, thus limiting the risk of incorrect on-site installation. This technique is mainly used for fastening open profiles.
Quicon bolts (Figures 65 a and 65 b) feature a very specific head shape, a smooth shoulder, a washer and a nut. Special angle or tee-shaped connectors (figure 65 c) feature buttonhole-shaped holes so that the bolt head can...
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Bibliography
Digital media
APK – Programme ESDEP (European Steel Design Education Programme). CD-ROM, Cahiers de l'APK, issue no. 23, OTUA (2000)
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Eurocodes
- AFNOR. Eurocode 3 : Calcul des structures en acier. Partie 1-1 : Règles générales et règles pour les bâtiments, (3e tirage). - NF EN 1993-1-1 - janvier 2010
- AFNOR. Eurocode 3 : Calcul des structures en acier. Partie 1-1 : Règles générales et règles pour les bâtiments. Annexe nationale à la NF EN 1993-1-1. - NF EN 1993-1-1/NA - mai 2007
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