Webinars On Demand | Escape the Pen Weld: Alternatives to CJP Welds for HSS

Description

2026 Mastering HSS Connections Series
Second installment of the 2026 HSS Mastering HSS Connections series (see below for more details).

Level: Intermediate, Technical, Engineer, Fabricator

HSS connection designers may become trapped in the rote behavior of specifying full-pen CJP welds even though there are a variety of other options available. Because the fabrication and construction processes for HSS are quite different than those employed for open sections, it can be more efficient to look at alternative solutions such as fillet welds, PJP welds, and robotic advancements. Join us for an overview of available HSS weld types, an in-depth discussion of PJP weld and CJP weld updates, and an overview of recent AISC 360 Spec HSS weld updates. An example of a fillet-reinforced PJP weld will be presented.

Learning Objectives

• Understand how HSS shapes affect weld choices.
• Compare suitability of CJP vs PJP welds in HSS sections.
• Work through an example of an HSS member connection using a fillet-reinforced PJP weld.
• Review recent CJP weld inspection updates.

Speaker – Beth Suminski
Beth has worked for 25 years as a structural engineer in the fields of consulting engineering, software, and continuing education. During her first few years, her experiences in construction defect litigation cemented her understanding of how and how NOT to design a structure. She spent the following years as a practicing consulting engineer in San Diego, and later as a director of structural software sales and development with Bentley. In her current position with FORSE, she continues to pursue both the design and educational aspects of structural engineering. One topic Beth highlights is structural steel HSS design, as a technical consultant to the Steel Tube Institute. Beth is a licensed PE and SE in California and a licensed PE in Arkansas.

Webinar on Demand Fees
The recorded webinar video and PDH or LU quiz are available for $25 for HSS Professional Members and $35 for non-members. You will receive an email from On24 with a link to access the webinar and/or quiz.

AIA CES Provider statement
The Steel Tube Institute is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 50111160, expiration 12/31/2026. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

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