Patent ID: 8109056
Filing Date: 2012-02-07
Classification: E04B

Abstract:
1. A frame construction arrangement for a low-rise building including a lower story and an upper story, comprising: a component being at least one of a first construction surface member and a brace; a first wall frame panel in the lower story, the first wall frame panel being formed by frame members composed of thin light-gauge section steel coupled to the component; a girder formed from heavy-weight section steal provided above the first wall frame panel in the lower story, wherein the girder is coupled with the first wall frame panel by a bracing plate, bolts and nuts; an end beam composed of thin light-gauge section steel coupled with a floor beam above the girder; a second construction surface member provided above the floor beam; and a second wall frame panel in the upper story coupled with the second construction surface member; and wherein the frame construction arrangement forms an opening in a wall of the lower story, the opening extending to an area directly beneath the girder.