
The SGBS
FEATURES & BENEFITS
OVERVIEW
The SGBS is the result of combining materials long proven within the industry.
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The Building Superstructure Design and Specification Process follows established methods and practices applicable to competitive bid or design-build procurement.
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A registered professional engineer is engaged to design the superstructure according to customary practices.
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Superstructure design follows typical AISC steel design criteria including lateral load resistance.
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Steel fabricators can provide the entire steel frame superstructure package including all of the SGBS Intl. (SMART GREEN BUILDING SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL) components.
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The EnviroBeam™ is fabricated from a standard rolled wide flange section and flat bar. Fabrication can be self-performed by steel fabricators or they can outsource fabrication of the EnviroBeam™
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The steel erector performs the assembly and erection process for the entire steel and precast superstructure.
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Commonly used precast, prestressed hollow core slabs are available from many precast producers.
CHARACTERISTICS
The SGBS offers the combined advantages of structural steel and flat plate concrete.
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Lightweight structural system.
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Composite floor or roof slab assembly.
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Used in combination with a steel frame.
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Choice of column types and perimeter spandrel details.
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Non-combustible construction.
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meets building code fire rating.
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Utilizes conventional structural steel or concrete lateral load resistance.
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The underside of slabs is free of obstructions to accommodate ductwork and piping.
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The underside of slabs can become finished ceilings.
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Provides faster access to the work of other trades.
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Substantial reduction in on-site waste and debris.
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The system is available competitively from customary sources.
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More accurate control of building dimensions & tolerances.
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It lends itself to exterior curtain wall systems to speed up the building enclosure.
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100% factory fabricated and engineered components (steel beams & precast slab units).
FEATURES & BENEFITS
The SGBS can meet specific architectural, structural and scheduling requirements.
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8″ or 10″ floor depths maximize unit floor to ceiling height while minimizing the height of the building.
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Super-fast structure and building completion.
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Reduced building structure weight.
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Floor plan design flexibility.
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Limited weather impact (including cold climates).
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Structure assembly is one process, one source (Ironworkers).
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Integrates well with retail and parking areas below.
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Meets AISC tolerance standards.
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Meets fire code ratings using UL K912.
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Meets required sound (STC) ratings.
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Limited on-site labor.
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Reduced on-site overhead costs.
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Eliminates/reduces soffits.
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Factory-made quality components.