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EN 1993-1-8

Eurocode 3: Design of joints

§ 01

Overview

What this standard covers

Design rules for bolted and welded joints, including component method moment connections, weld resistance and slip resistant connections.

Design rules for bolted and welded joints, including component method moment connections, weld resistance and slip resistant connections.

Who uses it

Structural engineers and checkers verifying member, connection and stability resistance.

§ 02

Details

Reference data

Standard number
BS EN 1993-1-8
Title
Eurocode 3: Design of joints
Organisation
BSI
Country
United Kingdom
Region
United Kingdom
Subject
Design codes
Subcategory
Connections
Type
STANDARD
Application
Mandatory
Availability
Paid
Current edition
2023 (with UK National Annex)
Publication year
2023
Status
CURRENT
Roles
design standard
Last verified
2026-09-06

Official source: knowledge.bsigroup.com

§ 03

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Status

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Calculations

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