RSJ steel in building projects

The environment where a building is going to be, along with the availability of materials can contribute to determining the type of structure that is going to be required. A steel structure with supportive rolled steel joist (RSJ) beams may be selected for several reasons:

• Their stability. The material does not rot as timber beams can.
• These beams offer flexibility in a variety of designs.
• They can withstand damage that intense rain can create and the high winds that generally accompany this type of weather.
• Stores, warehouses, and other commercial and industrial sites are generally built with steel as the look of the material is consistent with these types of structures.
• Steel will not warp in moisture.
• They can be made to order, in an endless array of sizes, shapes, and weights. Although it may take a bit longer to get the desired, customised piece.
• Up front, you may have to pay more, but the structure can last longer, saving money in the long run.

When designing a new building, it is a good idea to discuss the options and prices that go along with creating a structure made from steel.

--Bmbsteel

[edit] Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki

• Beam.
• Rolled steel joist (RSJ).
• RSJ beams - what you need to know.
• Structural steelwork.