Here's more info if you want it.
Strut lentgh 36"
Oval holed strut
lenth of allthread 12-14"
I don't understand the bracing Question you asked.
All supported by malable 3/8 beam clamps connected to I-beams off the cieling. Heavy duty ones.
Siesmic area Pa, SE area.
Appreciate the Help, sounds as if I have plenty of support for the load.
It is more of curiosity for me, as I find myself getting more and more involved with this type applications, so I better find a way to do calculations now.
Thanks again....
Dnk.......