Optimized ConfigurationMaterials Of Construction
Schmidt Structural Product designs are developed to meet and exceed OSHA standards. We also engineer our SpaceLoft mezzanines to meet other standards for commercial, industrial, and residential applications, including IBC, BOCA, UBC, and SBCA. Our steel designs meet AISC's strict codes, with a sizeable safety factor built in.
ASTM A36 and A500 structural steel is used for the ideal combination of mass, thickness, and strength characteristics. ASTM A325 hardened steel bolts and fasteners are utilized for the greatest strength at all critical locations.
SpaceLoft mezzanines can be structured for a virtually limitless range of load capacities. Standard design for deflection is no greater than L/360 of the span, but can be decreased if desired.
Column-Beam Connections
Wherever possible, standard beams over column connections are used. The resulting bearing-type connection is more efficient and 
reliable than shear connections. Loads are passed directly from beam to column, thereby minimizing the number of load-bearing components. Where support beams and deck beams intersect at columns, structural connections are used to resist lateral loading occurances. Connection hardware is grade A325.
Schmidt’s staff will assist you from project conception through completion virtually anywhere in the continental United States.
Column base plates are designed specifically for each job with a minimum size of 8" x 8" x 1/2". Base plates are factory-drilled for minimum 1/2" x 4-1/ 2" stud anchors. Minimum standard columns are 6" x 6" x 3/16" unless specified differently by the customer.
Beam-Beam Connections
Bolted structural angle clips connected with A325 bolts are standard for these connections.
Beam-to-beam designs are used instead of bar joists for excessive loading requirements and/or when deck thickness may restrict clear height under mezzanine. Deflection factors can be engineered within a range between L/ 240 to L/420.
Installation And Project Management
Nut and bolt assembly of SpaceLoft mezzanines allows quick installation by Schmidt Structural Product's authorized installer, or by your own staff, using only hand tools. On larger projects, Schmidt can provide project management along with installation supervision, to ensure timely delivery, installation, and integration with other trades. When installed by Schmidt's authorized installer, SpaceLoft mezzanines are available with a Lifetime Warranty
Use this sample to prepare your own detailed specifications. Provided as a representative
sample, the following is based on many of the standard design principles of SpaceLoft
Mezzanines. For further assistance, contact your Schmidt representative.
I. GENERAL
1. Mezzanine shall be prefabricated custom-designed unit such as the SpaceLoft
TM manufactured by Schmidt Structural Products, Inc., 2024 Cressman Road, Skippack, PA 19474.2. Mezzanine shall be free-standing and shall not use existing walls or building columns for vertical or horizontal support
3. Mezzanine structure shall be capable of being erected, dismantled and relocated with hand tools
4. Mezzanine to be designed for add-on capability; columns and beams to have capacity and appropriate design to accept add on units for future expansion
5. Bidder shall include the following information with bid package: a. Design live load in pounds per square foot (psf) b. Deflection under the design live load c. Maximum load on floor (psi) when design live load is applied to baseplate d. Height to top of deck and minimum clear height below mezzanine e. Shipping weight
6. The successful bidder after receipt of order shall supply drawings by a qualified designer showing location of each component, along with a material list, and connection details for approval
7. Mezzanine manufacturer must verify experience in the design and fabrication of mezzanines
8. Manufacturer shall offer certification of final drawings by a Professional Engineer in the state in which installation will occur and must be capable of providing calculations and seal
9. Manufacturer to confirm that all factory welders are certified
II. DESIGN
1. SPECIFICATIONS
1.The structural steel design shall meet or exceed the requirements of the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) “Specification for Structural Steel Buildings/Allowable Stress Design and Plastic Design 6/1/89”
2. Bar joist design shall meet or exceed the requirements of the Steel Joist Institute (SJI) “Standard Specifications for Open Web Steel Joist H Series,” adopted 11/7/83
3. OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) regulations shall be met or exceeded
4. Other codes specified by the customer, such as IBC, “National Building Code” by BOCA, “uniform Building Code ” by ICBS, or “Standard Building Code ” by SBCCA, shall be met by the manufacturer
