Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Effectiveness of Portal Frame

Constructing buildings are easy but strong base are not the thing that everybody cares for. Though it is the thing to care for, it is found to be ignored most of the times. Most often we get to hear that in so called place so called building collapsed. Is it good news to hear such incident? It is not, right? But also most of the builders do not apply best measures to prevent from such circumstances. But there are some of the industries that help to build best of the construction.

Nowadays, new technique called Portal frame is being used to prevent from uneven situations. It is a method to build, construct and design the structures by reinforcing steel concrete materials in the construction process. Though they can be constructed with the help of laminated timber they are reinforced with concrete materials. These steel framed portals help to carry the bending forces by making connections between the rafters and the columns. They are designed in such a way that they act as the moment resistant

The portal frame has very strong joints and is placed to fix the materials at a place. The bending moments that happen in the rafters are transferred to the columns with the help of these frames. The size of the rafters can be reduced and the span can be improved for increasing the span as well making it a very effective construction technique.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Z Purlin ‘A’ Technical Term

Technical writing is really difficult but if we understand it clearly then it becomes the most interesting topic. Last Sunday I was just sitting like a lazy bird then suddenly something cropped up my mind. The term was Z Purlin. For a minute I was confused what does it mean but when I found out its real meaning, I became more fascinated to know what it really is and how it functions.

It is a light-gauge member with a Z-like cross section. The pre-punched purlins are fast to install and appropriate for both insulated and uninsulated roofs and walls. The depth and height of the purlin carefully chosen depend on span distance and loads. To improve the design, the PurCalc software is used. It is used in applications such as:

Industrial construction

Hall and warehouse construction

Extension construction and renovation

In structural design, structural engineering or constructing edifice, a purlin (or factually purline, purloyne, purling, perling) is any horizontal, longitudinal, structural member in a rooftop apart from a type of edging with what is called a crown plate. In outmoded Timber framing there are three elementary types of purlin: purlin plate, principal purlin and common purlin.

All of these have their own specialty and are used according to the requirement of the work.




Thursday, September 19, 2013

Steel frame – here is what you want to know

Wikipedia defines steel frame as a “building technique with a “skeleton frame” of vertical steel columns and horizontal I-beams, constructed in a rectangular grid to support the floors, roof and walls of a building which are all attached to the frame.” Steel framing can be used in residential, commercial, and several other applications. And it’s because of the technique like this – steel frame – that developing skyscrapers have become possible! Steel framing has added a whole new dimension to building.

At present, there are many companies that manufacture steel framing, steel framed houses, and commercial partitions. Google search can help you find several companies that produce high quality steel products.
Look for a company/seller that has expertise and experience in metal production and uses the new-age manufacturing technologies, and can provide seamless customer care if you find some issues with the product (s). This will ensure you never regret your purchase of steel framing and other steel products.

Last, but not the least, take some time out to understand the ways to make the most out of steel framing and steel products. There is so much available online. And then you can also ask the steel framing supplier to help you know the structure better.

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Structural framing- An important element during construction of buildings

When a building has to be constructed, then a lot of things have to be considered. We only look at the workers and think what hard work they are doing. Agreed, they are working very hard, but the materials they are using also do the trick.

While constructing a building, the materials we use to construct the building plays a huge role. A lot of materials combined together can erect a building and with one wrong material, the whole building can go kaput.

Structural framing is a process done during the construction process which makes the building stronger.

There are a lot of companies that provide this process and the required materials to get the building constructed. You have to gauge what all materials you have to use for the construction.

When placing an order with the company for the same, you need to gauge its functions and its uses, it will help you in giving a fair view about what to use and what not to use. Get in touch with BW Industries to know more about the concept of structural framing and how it helps in making a construction stronger and smooth.

Use the right materials and make the work smooth and stronger.



Friday, August 16, 2013

Why roof flashing is required?

Alike other parts of a home, roof flashing is an important of any building or home. As a home owner, you would always want your roofs looks great with little or no maintenance. You would never like a leaking roof or a damaged roof. In order to prevent leakage and seepage of water, it is very important that you install roof flashing.

Today roof flashing come in different types of materials. For example, they can be made of aluminum or galvanized metal. Homeowners generally prefer aluminum over other metals due to its non-rusting quality. Because of its easy moulding capability, Aluminum remains the most preferred choice among manufacturers.

Roof flashing are generally required on all the places of your roof where different surfaces meet together. It is typically used at roof peaks, dormers, vents, edges, skylights and other such places. It is important to install roof flashing in such places and seal them to ensure that no leaks are present to cause damage to your building.

When it comes to fix roof flashing, do check it again to avoid any lose fittings. This is because with the passage of time, nails get loose and may even come off. To avoid this, go for minor service or repair at least once in a year.

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Construction of a building is not an easy task!

We all see that buildings are being erected and it is being built everywhere. At times we look at some of them and wonder as how they were created and at times we look at them and wonder why they were created in the first place!

But have we ever thought what goes into constructing a building?

Like the famous saying “Rome was not built in a day, similarly no building can be built in one single day. It takes a lot of planning and diverse equipment and tools to make the design of a building come to reality.

A lot of tools like purlins, steel framing machines and lot of other things are required. When you have any plans to get a building constructed you need to be aware of all the trends and all the things required. If you are not aware then you must seek the help of a professional who will help you with all the details.

I realized what goes into making a building when my office was being constructed. I thought that the whole construction will end in a month but it took whole six months to get completed!

Anyways my office has been built beautifully with the use of right equipment and tools and with the help of BW-industries.
Now it’s your turn.




Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Building design software brings quality to your building design

Due to the recent computing technology, the designs for the buildings have undergone a lot of changes.
With the new building design software, the designs of the buildings have become so unique that it seems like never before. The firms dealing in this business undertake projects that deliver quality and that too at a quicker rate.

The latest building software’s provides scope for easy modifications to the total building design project.
When any alteration is required, then it can be done easily. This saves time and brings changes to the design without much hassle.

The need for interior design has grown considerably in the past and people are eager to spend any amount to get a design of their choice. The need is so much that the clients are happy to spend as much as the construction cost.

Intricate elements like lighting, shades, contours, and space consumption is required in the design.

Clients are ready to pay for the best living design and the design can be for anything for homes, offices, or for any other space of your choice. The design for the space can also be an extension of your personality.

When the interiors of my office had to be changed, I got in touch with BW-industries who gave my office a new design with their latest software for building design.