Generalities on welded connections
1. INTRODUCTION
Where there are favourable working conditions, welding is the most economical way to make strong connections. Therefore, workshop connections are usually welded. Where site connections are necessary (erection) they are usually bolted except for bridges, but the connections are often prepared in the workshop with the welded plates, etc. necessary for the bolted joint.
Figures 1-3 show some examples on welded connections and the way they carry external loads.
