To determine the uniform load in pounds per square foot, convert the square inches of the shelf to square feet by dividing by 144" (one square foot). Then, divide the expected load by the answer and you will get the uniform load.


To determine the uniform load in pounds per square foot, convert the square inches of the shelf to square feet by dividing by 144" (one square foot). Then, divide the expected load by the answer and you will get the uniform load.
