Securing the Built Environment: The Critical Role of Seismic Bracing
In regions prone to earthquakes, the structural integrity of buildings and their non-structural components is paramount. Seismic bracing is the engineered system designed to provide this essential protection. It involves the installation of specialized braces, anchors, and restraints that work to counteract the powerful lateral and vertical forces generated during seismic events. Without this reinforcement, these forces can cause catastrophic structural failure or, just as dangerously, turn building contents—such as piping, electrical conduits, HVAC units, and ceiling systems—into hazardous projectiles.
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