Structural Building Projects and Use of Steel Material

In contemporary times, the building and construction industry has several building material types that are being used to build different kinds of complex structural projects. One of the building materials, steel, has gained tremendous popularity because of its beneficial characteristics. These attributes of the steel material are the reason why professionals (engineers, architects), as well as contractors and property owners, prefer to utilize Steel Stud Framing for their projects. Let us have a look at steel’s beneficial characteristics.

 

●      It is suitable to get into any shape and design that gives a great aesthetic value to building

●      It is durable, cost-effective

●      Steel’s stability is its unique feature

●      It enables adaptability and flexibility to meet the requirements of all sort of structural and non-structural applications

●      It, of course, is lighter than wood and other construction materials; that is why the construction process becomes faster

●      Steel is a non-combustible, fire-resistant material.

●      Steel is sustainable because it is a recyclable material, so it fulfills the purpose of contributing to the environment

●      Steel or Metal Stud Framing helps in eliminating the chances of expansion and contraction in buildings that can lead to cracks and warps

 

Different grades of steel are used. Basically, steel can be categorized into two forms. One is its cold form known as cold-rolled steel, and the second one hot rolled steel. These two forms are different from each other because of the way their processing is done. Hot rolled steel is processed with heat. And, cold rolling is a process that is done at or near room temperature. Steel frame construction service has its own advantages that are based on cost savings, rapid construction, high quality, and green construction options.

 

If you are looking forward to preferring steel frame construction for one of your projects, and need professional assistance and quality products, then feel free to approach us. We, The Steel Network, develop the finest Light Gauge (cold-formed) steel studs and connectors in the industry. We focus on the quality of material so that each client can have an attractive and well-designed building that is both durable and sustainable.