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Structural Retrofit - Barn Column Reduction and Beam Reinforcement

CATEGORY

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LOCATION

DATE

Agricultural

2,700 SQFT

Schomberg, ON

2025

This retrofit project involves structurally upgrading an existing barn by reducing the interior support system from three columns to two. The current non-compliant beam will be removed and replaced with a new steel beam designed to meet current code requirements. Reinforcement includes the installation of steel HSS (Hollow Structural Section) columns to provide increased load capacity and stability. The retrofit enhances open interior space while ensuring structural integrity and long-term durability. This upgrade not only modernizes the structural system but also improves functionality for future adaptive reuse-- whether for agricultural storage, processing or recreational purposes

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CURRENTLY IN PROGRESS: Undergoing Construction

Installation of new concrete footings to support new updated column layout

Open floor excavation underway for further foundation

Replacement of original timber columns with new steel HSS columns 

Existing 3-column configuration restructured to a 2-column support system

Retained the original wood beam ceiling structure

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