Back to BLS Modules
BLS MODULE

Structural Requirements for Blind Housings

Technical structural analysis for blind housing installations including load calculations, fixing specifications, and coordination with structural engineers for concealed blind system cavities.

R3 000,00incl. VAT

Module Overview

Blind housings and concealment cavities impose specific structural requirements that must be coordinated with the building's structural design. This module covers the structural analysis needed for blind housing installations, including load calculations, fixing specifications, and coordination protocols with structural engineers. You will learn to specify structural provisions that ensure safe, durable installations while minimising impact on the primary structure.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify structural loads imposed by different blind housing systems Calculate fixing requirements for concealment cavities in various substrates Apply structural coordination procedures for early-stage design integration Evaluate structural proposals to verify adequacy for blind housing installations Specify structural requirements in a format suitable for structural engineer review

What's Included

  • Structural Requirements Guide Load Calculation Worksheets Fixing Specification Tables by Substrate Case Study: Structural Design for Large-Span Concealment Video: Coordinating with Structural Engineers Structural Drawing Annotation Templates