When business owners build projects, they usually choose load-bearing steel structures. This is because such structures offer many advantages. People new to this type of steel structure may not have much information about it. Let’s read the following to learn about Xinguangzheng load-bearing steel frame structures.
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What Is Structural Steel?
As you know, structural steel is a very strong metal that can bear weight. Because it is strong and durable, it can be used for a wide range of purposes. If it is properly constructed and assembled, it can bear enormous weight. For this reason, it has been used for many years as the main component of buildings, bridges, and other structures.
The exact composition of steel depends on its intended use. Structural steel contains iron and carbon, as well as manganese, aluminum, chromium, copper, nickel, and silicon.
Many buildings have frames and skeletons made of structural steel. This ensures they can withstand the forces acting on them over the long term. These forces include wind, gravity, earthquakes, and people, cars, and tools. These forces are collectively referred to as structural steel loads.
How Much Weight Can Structural Steel Support?
Although this question is simple, the answer is not. This is because the load-bearing capacity of structural steel depends on many factors, such as
The grade of steel you choose is very important. Different grades of structural steel have different strengths. In Australia, around 30 grades of stainless steel are used every day. Grade 304 stainless steel is the most popular. More than half of all stainless steel used is this type. Grade 316 stainless steel is the second most popular type of stainless steel and is better suited for corrosive applications.
The shape of the steel has a significant effect on its load-bearing capacity. I-beams, hollow structural sections and channel sections are all common shapes. Each shape is designed to be as strong as possible for a given load-bearing situation. Of course, the dimensions also matter. As a rule, larger and thicker stainless steel can support more weight than smaller and thinner stainless steel.
The weight that stainless steel can support is directly related to the distance between the two support points. For structures with a large span, larger and heavier parts may be required to remain strong.
The Effect of Loads on Steel Structures
It is also important to know what loads the steel can withstand. For steel structures, the effect of dead loads and live loads on strength is different.
In addition, it is important to calculate the load on the steel structure. If the loads are not distributed evenly, the steel structure becomes unstable. To achieve maximum load-bearing capacity, the shape of the steel structure and the load distribution must be just right.
The environment in which the building is located is always the most important factor. This includes exposure to water and the rest of the world, which can cause the steel to rust and weaken it. Possible earthquakes, wind loads (especially for tall buildings), and temperature changes are all factors that need to be considered. In addition, for snowy areas, steel buildings snow load may also need to be considered.
Engineers usually use safety factors to ensure that steel buildings can withstand loads that are higher than the design loads. These factors take into account unknowns in the planning, material properties and the construction process.
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What Is a Load-bearing Steel Structure?
A load-bearing steel frame structure is one in which both horizontal and vertical loads are transferred from the beams to the columns. Columns, supports and beams work together to form a strong structural system that makes the building durable.
Compared to structures made of other materials, steel structures are stronger, more durable, more stable, and more impact-resistant. In addition to these outstanding qualities, prefabricated steel structures also help builders save on material costs. They can reduce the weight of buildings and enable more space to be created. In addition, they can improve air circulation and sound insulation.
Advantages of Building Load-bearing Steel Frame Structures
High Reliability and Load-bearing Capacity
Steel structures can support very high weights. This is because they are the strongest material. They are also less likely to change shape during use. Steel is also considered the most flexible and malleable material when it comes to design.
Steel structures are often used to build technical facilities, infrastructure, or industrial parks. This is because they can support very high weights. This type of structure also helps to ensure the safety of the entire project.
Lightweight
Steel is the lightest material that can be used to build load-bearing structures. Most business owners choose the best material for long-term projects that combines lightweight with load-bearing capacity. In addition, steel structures are easy to move, fix and maintain.
Sealed Against Water and Insects
Water- and termite-proof steel helps to keep buildings in good condition and reduce internal damage. It is therefore particularly suitable for construction projects involving liquid or gas storage tanks.
Basic Principles of Force Transmission in Steel Construction
Two main principles contribute to the load-bearing capacity of a steel frame: dead load and live load.
Live Load
When a steel structure is subjected to external forces, these are referred to as live loads. First, these loads act on the floor. Then, they act on the primary and secondary beams. Next, they act on the column grid and finally on the ground.
Dead Load
These are the forces used to support the load-bearing steel framework. It is also known as the main gravity of the building. The stabilizing weight on the floor structure may be the weight of the finish. For example, the weight of paving or plastering, or the weight of the concrete slab structure.
Three Common Types of Steel Frame Structures for Supporting Weight
Load-bearing Horizontal Frame
This is a steel frame structure in which the main beams are located above the horizontal frame. This makes the overall structure stronger. This means that this type of flat frame is often used in industrial plant frames and in high-rise buildings for corridors or arcaded loggias
Vertical Load-bearing Frame
In contrast to the horizontal frame, the main beams of the load-bearing steel structure of the vertical frame extend along their length. This makes it easy to shape the frame into different shapes, such as balconies, sofas, and prefabricated buildings. This type of frame is often used in prefabricated houses. Workers make additional crossbeams from the vertical frame because it is less rigid. They also use the vertical ridge of the panels attached to the posts and beams.
Bearing Roll Frame
This is a small branch of the horizontal frame, with the main beam being a curved rod. The advantages of this bearing steel frame are its lightweight, high strength, load-bearing capacity, and ease of construction and repair.
Summary
Accurate design and drafting work is the foundation of a steel structure project. At Xinguangzheng, we can provide you with a wide range of metal building design services. Whatever your needs, we can meet them. If you are looking for high-quality custom steel structure buildings, then Xinguangzheng is your partner!
