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Capacity of Standard Universal Beams According to BS 5950 Spreadsheet Calculator

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Capacity of Standard Universal Beams According to BS5950 Spreadsheet Calculator

This spreadsheet calculates the capacity of standard universal beams according to BS5950 - 1998.
Simply click on the appropriate worksheet tab at the bottom of the page to determine the strength of a member in either tension, compression or bending.

The Different worksheets perform the following functions:

  • Section Properties
  • Section properties are described and calculated in this spreadsheet.
  • Lateral Torsional Buckling
  • The strength of a member subjected to bending is explained and calculated on this sheet
  • Lateral Buckling
  • The strength of a member subjected to axial forces is explained and calculated on this sheet
  • Tension
  • The strength of a member subjected to tension is explained and calculated on this sheet
  • Combined Actions

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Capacity of Standard Universal Beams According to BS5950 Spreadsheet Calculator