Nomenclature - Glossary of Terms

A structural member, made up of several individual parts welded or bolted together, designed to carry a tension or compression force with the complete structure acting as a beam.
A vertical structural support member made of a hollow square tube. Normally used as an interior support column in Multi-Span buildings or mezzanine floors.

A method of tightening high strength bolts in accordance with AISC: 'Specifications for Structural Joints using ASTM A325 Bolts'.