CoreBrace Buckling Restrained Braces

MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY
Building codes recognize the improved seismic behavior of Buckling Restrained Braced Frames (BRBFs), allowing UP TO A 25% DESIGN LOAD REDUCTION, compared to other commonly used lateral systems. This means: FEWER frames LESS structural weight SMALLER foundations CoreBrace BRBs are engineered to have essentially the same capacity in tension and compression, resulting in less overstrength built into the structure. Additionally, they can be used in single diagonal configurations without design penalties. This means: FEWER braces and connections SMALLER frame columns and beams SMALLER connections to the structure and foundations
LATERAL SYSTEM SEISMIC LOAD COMPARISON
BASE SHEAR COEFFICIENT
0.18 0.16 0.14 0.12 0.10 0.08 0.06 0.04 0.02 0.00 0 10 20 30
Buckling Restrained Braced Frame (BRBF) Special Concentrically Braced Frame (SCBF)
LVL 5 W14x145 15'-0" LVL 6 W14x132 15'-0"

University of Utah Marriott Library Renovation, Salt Lake City, UT

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CALIFORNIA SITE

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30'-0" W27x281

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SPECTRAL RESPONSE ACC Sa (g)

DESIGN RESPONSE SPECTRUM

4 STORY BUILDING CALIFORNIA SITE
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COREBRACE BRBF CHEVRON

TYPICAL CBF CHEVRON

BRBF vs. Typical CBF Frame Comparison

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COMPLETE CONTROL
CoreBrace BRBs are manufactured in our AISC CERTIFIED SHOP, located adjacent to our design offices in West Jordan, Utah. This means: Fabrication constantly monitored to meet the HIGHEST QUALITY STANDARDS Maximum SCHEDULE CONTROL

REDUCED CONSTRUCTION TIME

CoreBrace BRBs are designed to be extremely QUICK AND EASY TO INSTALL. Our team works in close coordination with the steel fabricator in the detailing phase of the project to minimize conflicts in the field. This means: FASTER ERECTION of buildings NO ADDITIONAL LEAD TIME beyond that required by the structural steel fabricator CoreBrace is committed to MEET OR EXCEED our clients DELIVERY EXPECTATIONS each and every time

NON-PROPRIETARY SYSTEM
BRBs are a codified building lateral load resisting system. This means:
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NO LICENSING FEES are required to use CoreBrace BRBs.

CoreBraces superior seismic performance means lower risk with cost savings

Engineering Overview
HIGHLY DUCTILE PERFORMANCE
CoreBrace Buckling Restrained Braces are structural elements composed of a steel core encased in a grout-filled steel tube. The grout/ casing assembly confines the core, increasing its critical load to a point that the axial capacity in compression is only limited by the yield stress of the steel. The concept allows the core to resist the design axial forces utilizing the FULL STEEL STRENGTH while the casing resists flexural buckling. Proprietary Interface Material is used to separate the two resisting systems, with MINIMIZED FRICTION. The result is a high performance brace that DOES NOT BUCKLE.
2000

BRB Hysteresis Curve (ASC=27 in2)

Resultant Force (kips)

1000

CoreBrace BRB COMPONENT

-1000

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-4.0 -2.0 0.0 2.0 4.0 6.0

Core Plate Steel Casing Grout Connection to Gusset

-2000

-6.0

2 3 4

DESCRIPTION Flat () or cruciform shape (+) Square, rectangular or round Casing infill Bolted (shown), welded or pinned

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS ASTM A36 ASTM A500 Gr B ASTM A-53 Per CoreBrace specification ASTM A572 Gr 50

Brace Deformation (in)

AISC Required Protocol High Amplitude Protocol

BRBF vs. SCBF

BRB No Buckling SCBF Brace Buckling

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In this mechanism the steel core yields in tension and compression, dissipating energy with a SUSTAINED SYMMETRIC HYSTERETIC BEHAVIOUR. As a consequence, the braces act as structural fuses, concentrating all the activity in the plastic range while gussets, beams and columns remain elastic during a seismic event. CoreBrace BRBs use a STABLE END PROJECTION from the casing, which eliminates the need for CJP welds. This provides improved redundancy in the load path and allows for post-event visual inspection.

Resultant Force (P)

Brace Deformation ()

BRBF SCBF

TESTING
Independent SUBASSEMBLAGE TEST results show that CoreBrace BRBs exceed the requirements of AISC 341, providing consistent hysteretic behavior during multiple load cycles, at deformations up to 22 times the yield elongation.

Testing of CoreBrace Bolted Lug Braces was performed at the University of Utah, the University of California, San Diego and the National Center for Research on Earthquake Engineering (NCREE) facilities in Taiwan. CoreBrace has successfully tested a brace spliced in the center and installed in two pieces, ideal for retrofit applications. Tested braces: Area: 4.0 in2 to 27.0 in2 Length: up to 31-0

CoreBrace Spliced Plate Braces have been tested at the University of Utah and the University of California, San Diego. Tested braces: Area: 1.5 in2 to 27.0 in2 Length: 15-0 to 19-0

CoreBrace Pinned Braces have been tested at the University of California, San Diego and the National Center for research on Earthquake Engineering (NCREE) facilities in Taiwan. Tested braces: Area: 4.0 in2 to 27.0 in2 Length: 12-0 to 21-2

Testing of CoreBrace Welded Braces has been performed at the University of California, San Diego. Tested braces: Area: 2.0 in2 to 18.0 in2 Length: 21-6

EASY DESIGN AND DOCUMENTATION

CoreBrace provides engineers with REAL TIME DESIGN ASSISTANCE during all stages of the project. Our professionals report brace stiffness values to be used in the analysis of any structure and design the gusset plates that connect the BRBs to the frame columns and beams. Useful tools such as tables with reference values and MODELING GUIDES for structural analysis software (RAM STRUCTURAL Perform 3D Trilinear SYSTEM, RISA, 500 ETABS, SAP and 400 PERFORM 3D) are 300 available to help 200 engineers accurately 100 0 0 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 1 2 3 4 capture the BRBs -100 behavior in their -200 structural models with -300 the desired level of -400 refinement. -500
Force (kips) Displacement (in)

Additionally, to assist with the generation of project documents, CoreBrace will provide CONNECTION DETAILS and REVIT FAMILIES.

Flexibility and Assistance

MAXIMUM VERSATILITY
CoreBrace Buckling Restrained Braces can meet the most demanding project constraints including extreme brace geometry layouts, architectural aesthetic considerations, erection and construction issues, and structural design requirements. The following example options are available to build braces that will suit any specific need: Square, rectangular, or round casing Bolted, pinned, or welded connections Shop applied finishes
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Bolted Lug/Round Casing

BOLTED LUG

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SLOT GUSSET TO RECEIVE CORE PLATE EXTENSION

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Bolted Lug/Square Casing AESS

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WELDED Pin Connection/Square Casing/Galvanized

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Welded Connection/Square Casing/ Shop Applied Epoxy Finish

SLOT GUSSET TO RECEIVE CORE PLATE EXTENSION

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CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION

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The CoreBrace team is ready to assist in the construction BOLTED LUG We pride ourselves on phase of the project when needed. providing PROMPT RESPONSE to any job site inquiries and RFIs and on making every effort to help contractors meet schedule.

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WELDED

Welded Connection/Square Casing/

Full Height Gusset

SAMPLE PROJECTS

LAPD Headquarters

Los Angeles, CA Bolted Lug Braces

Intermountain Medical Center

Murray, UT Bolted Lug Braces

Kaiser Vallejo Medical Center

Vallejo, CA Spliced Plate Braces

Center Court Building Retrofit

Eugene, OR Welded Braces

World Market Center III

Las Vegas, NV Bolted Lug Braces

MSB Career Center

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation

Los Altos, CA Welded Brace as Fuse in Rocking Frame

Wasilla, AK Bolted Lug Braces

UCSF Cardiovascular Building

San Francisco, CA Bolted Lug Braces

The Questar Corporation New Office Building

Salt Lake City, UT Welded Braces

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Bolted Lug Braces

BC Place Stadium

University of Utah Marriott Library Renovation

Salt Lake City, UT Bolted Lug Braces

Contact us for cost estimates and engineering support.

COREBRACE, LLC
5789 West Wells Park Road West Jordan, UT 84081 Phone (801) 280-0701 Fax (801) 280-3231 www.corebrace.com