Dear all,

In saddle analysis of our equipment, base plate is undergoing bending in transverse direction.

However, we found that in PVelite calculation, effect of ribs (welded perpendicular to central web & base plate) is not considered. Hence, the required thickness is coming huge (in order of 100s of mm).

We cross checked the same model analytically using roarks guideline, the base plate thickness is coming less (about 25 mm).

Moderators are requested to please reply this matter ASAP.