Figure D-3-7. Assembly of bolted Crate (Lumber or Plywood Sheathed).

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(3)

Fastening Sides to Top. Lag bolts, 3/8-inch diameter by 3-1/2 inches long, shall be used to fasten the

sides to the top. These lag bolts shall be placed so that there is one in the end of each Joist at the approximate

center (fig. D-3-9). For tops without joists, lag bolts shall be placed at the approximate center of the side frame

member of the top and spaced no greater than 24 inches apart.

(4)

Fastening Ends to Top and Sides. Lag bolts for fastening ends to tops shall be 3/8-inch diameter by 2-

1/2 inches long. Lag bolts for fastening ends to sides shall be 3/8-inch diameter by 3-1/2 inches long. Placement

and other assembly details shall be as shown in figures D-3-7 and D-3-9.

(5)

Fastening Sides to Base. The sides shall be secured to the skids with lag bolts. For 3- by 3-inch or 3- by

4-inch skids, 3/8-inch diameter by 3-inch long lag bolts shall be used; for 4- by 4-inch skids, 1/2-inch diameter by 4-

inch long lag bolts shall be used; and for 4- by 6-inch skids, 5/8-inch diameter by 4-inch long lag bolts shall be used.

The number of lag bolts shall be as specified in table D-3-1. One-half the number shall be used on each side and

the spacing shall be uniform along the skid. Maximum spacing shall be 16 inches for 3/8-inch lag bolts and 20

inches for 1/2-inch lag bolts. Lead holes shall conform to table D-3-2 in size and shall be drilled in line with and

through the center of the metal reinforcing strap as well as through the sheathing and into the skid. Assembly and

placement details shall be as shown in figures D-3-7 and D-3-8.

Figure D-3-7. Assembly of bolted Crate (Lumber or Plywood Sheathed).

D-3-9