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Structural glossary
Foundation beam
A foundation beam distributing loads or carrying them to supports.
Technical context
Such a beam may span between piles. Ground contact must not be assumed to provide extra support without justification.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, foundations. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: Foundations for an extension.
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