Extra top bar:

There should be additional top on the beam support at top of beam and it should be expanded up to one-third of beam’s clear span both side of support.

Extra bottom bar:

There should be extra bottom bar in the center of beam’s bottom portion.

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Stirrup:

Building stirrup is also known as ring in the construction sector. It belongs to the share reinforcement. The standard size of the stirrup should be 3 inches below beam size in both direction for retaining clear cover. Hook of beam stirrup should be arranged to 135 degree angle and hook length should not be under 3 inches. The hooks should be provided on both sides of beam top alternatively. The spacing of beam in stirrup should be indicated in the structural drawing by the designers.