Design of column base plates is performed by RAM Steel Column. The base plates will be designed using the values currently set as the default values. Input or revise the values as desired. If the area of the concrete support is small, such as for a pedestal, the allowable bearing stress is reduced by Code. If that is the case, enter the support dimensions as the Minimum Footing Dimensions. Otherwise, type any sufficiently large value (e.g., 10 ft.) so that the allowable stress is not affected. These criteria apply to all columns.

To change the options, click the OK button.

Click the Cancel button to exit the dialog without saving the changes made.