Benefits of Steel
The world is rapidly moving towards “greener alternative building technologies” due to ever-increasing construction and energy costs. Sustainable building materials are recyclable and thermally efficient.
precision light steel frame profiling technology is a new modern and innovative construction method. Steel is considered one of the strongest and most durable materials in the world.
Cold formed
steel profiles (aka narrow-gauge steel) manufactured on our roll forming machines continue to lead the way in light steel construction. It’s accurate, fast with minimal waste. The key to the success and rapid development of steel construction is the perfect combination of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing.
Thin-gauge steel plates, floor joists and roof trusses provide structural integrity to the building, while various other building products and materials provide interior and exterior cladding and siding, render and thermal insulation.
Steel Is a Great Building Material
- 100% non-combustible and will not contribute to or spread fire
- Can be prefabricated for on-site use
- The highest strength-to-weight ratio
- 100% recyclable.
- Non-combustible – will not burn or feed fire
- Inorganic: Will not rot, deform, crack, tear or strip
- Dimensionally stable - will not expand or contract when exposed to moisture
- Consistent material quality - manufactured to steel manufacturer standards
Consumer Benefits
- High strength means safer structures, less maintenance and slower structural aging
- fire protection
- Impervious to termites
- Unlike wood, no toxic chemicals are used in the treatment of steel. Not susceptible to fungi or organisms
- Less risk of foundation issues as it is 5 times lighter than wood resulting in less movement
- Due to its lighter construction, stronger connections, rivets and screws than nails, it is less likely to be damaged by earthquakes or high winds
Advantages for The Builder
- Lighter than other frame materials - no lifting equipment required on site. One person can lift a 5 m long prefabricated slab
- Easy material selection - no selection or ordering required
- Straight walls and square corners
- recalls due to cracks eliminated. Windows and doors open as they should
- Less scrap and waste (2% for steel vs. 20% for wood)
- No dry season when it rains, no delay
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