Nomenclature - Glossary of Terms
Additional plates used in connections to provide sufficient bolt grip, allow for erection tolerances, or increase strength.
A continuous angle fixed to the floor slab or to the grade beam to enable the attachment of wall panels.
![Base Angle](img/glos/00402004.png)
The endplate of a column which rests on the supporting substructure surface.
![Base Plate](img/glos/00402004.png)
The space between the center lines of frames or primary supporting members in the longitudinal direction of the building. Also called Bay Spacing or Bay Length.
![Bay](img/glos/00502005.png)
A sealant furnished in a continuous roll, normally used for sealing end laps of roof panels. See also Endlap Mastic.
![Bead Mastic](img/glos/00602006.png)
A horizontal structural member designed primarily to resist moments.
A plate bent to form an angle.
A list of items or components used for fabrication, shipping, receiving, and accounting purposes.
Wire mesh used to prevent birds from entering the building through ventilators, louvers and roof monitors.
A small headed pin with an expandable shank for joining light gauge metal. Typically used to attach flashing, gutters, etc. Also referred to as a Pop Rivet.
![Blind Rivet](img/glos/00702007.png)