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Advantages of Light Steel Structure

Compared to other building types, the most important advantage of light steel structure is that it is a homogeneous, isotopic, durable and human initiative system. Factory production and field assemblies can be completed in a very short time, 365 days a year, without errors and damage.

It offers a wide range of choices in design and material preferences.

It offers clear usage areas with its hidden column beam system indoors.

Compared to reinforced concrete structures, wall thicknesses are at certain standards, and it provides savings in exterior cladding and 7-10% space savings in interior spaces.

It is lighter than other building systems and this feature provides a reliable life against earthquakes by reducing the impact of the structure in the event of an earthquake.

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STEEL STRUCTURES:

  • • The quality of steel construction elements is under constant control. It is produced in factory conditions with dimensions and values ​​in accordance with standards.
  • • Since it is a homogeneous and isotropic material, it shows the expected behavior and the margin of error in static calculations is very low.
  • • The usage area of ​​the building increases as it works with smaller sections.
  • • Much lighter structures can be built. This not only reduces the foundation cost, but also provides a significant advantage against earthquake loads.
  • • It can be built very quickly and in all weather conditions. This ensures low labor costs and the opportunity to respond to needs in a short time.
  • • Skilled labor is required. This minimizes fitting errors.
  • • The material can always be easily inspected.
  • • The structural element that is damaged for any reason can be easily replaced. This process is fast, easy and low cost.
  • • Steel structure can be easily reinforced when required; It is possible to disassemble and reassemble to another area if desired.
  • • Steel construction elements can operate at full load capacity as soon as they are assembled.

 

REINFORCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES

  • • Reinforced concrete construction quality may decrease dangerously due to application errors.
  • • Since it is not as homogeneous and isotropic as steel, the margin of error is higher due to the assumptions in static calculations. Static calculations made by considering such errors increase the cost.
  • • The job of inspecting the reinforced concrete structure after the concrete is poured is very expensive and laborious.
  • • Reinforcing a damaged structural element for any reason is a difficult and costly process. This process brings with it architectural problems.
  • • Large openings have larger cross-sections and higher costs. Alternatives are more limited than steel structures in creating large spaces and the desired design.
  • • Their foundation costs are also high due to their large weight. For the same reason, it is disadvantageous due to the foundation-soil interaction against earthquake loads.
  • • The construction period is long and it is not suitable for working in all weather conditions. Therefore, it is long-term and higher cost.