According to IS: 456 – 1978, what is the maximum allowable spacing between expansion joints in a structure?

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12 Jan 2019
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As per IS: 456 – 1978, the maximum permissible distance between expansion joints in a structure is 45 meters. Distances of 20 m, 30 m, and 60 m are not compliant with this standard.

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