Wind loads (British Standards)
The Wind wizard BS6399-2 can be run to create a series of static forces that are combined with other actions due to dead and imposed loads in accordance with BS6399-2:1997.
The following assumptions/limitations exist:
- The shape of the building meets the limitations allowed for in the code.
- It must be a rigid structure.
- The structure must be either enclosed or partially enclosed.
- Parapets and roof overhangs are not explicitly dealt with.
Simple wind loading
If use of the wind wizard is not appropriate for your structure then wind loads can be applied via element or structure loads instead.