Description

Steel frame is typically consisting of vertical column and horizontal beams which are riveted, bolted or welded together in a rectilinear grid. Steel beams are horizontal structural members that resist loads applied laterally to their axis. Columns are vertical structural members that transfer compressive loads. It can be used to form the skeleton of a building. Structural steel framing is typically designed, fabricated and erected in accordance with applicable standards for instance American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and Canadian Standard Association (CSA). In this article, different aspects of steel frame structure building construction will be highlighted.
Types of Steel Frame Construction – There are various types of steel frame construction which include:
1. Conventional Steel Fabrication
Conventional steel fabrication involves cutting steel members to the correct length and welding them to build the final structure. This construction process may be executed on site entirely which require massive manpower. Alternatively, for best results it can be done in a workshop partially to provide better working conditions and reduce work-time.