Construction and Structures2

SRT 251

Major Project

Warehouse and Office Complex Scenario

Louis Kahn

Christopher Holder

400 163 208

Louis Kahn - Research

Louis Kahn used predominantly geometric forms, particularly in the openings.

Brick and concrete are the main materials in which Kahn worked.

Many of his buildings, particularly his most famous are of a large scale and contain an element of Monumentality

Roofs appear flat and even hidden.

Proposed Site

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Design TechnologySpecifications and Capabilities

- Roof beam pitch 7 degrees 7 minutes (i.e. 1 in 8)

- Span Clear span capabilities are available up to 40m approx. - Bay width 6.0m is a recommended economic spacing of frames. - Eaves height 3.0 to 13.0 approx- Fire Resistance of 1-4 hours- Cladding is variable from

block work to metal sheeting

Concast – The G-Frame is a precast concrete structural frame which works similarly to a Steel Portal Frame structure.

Longitudinal support is be gained through the use of steel purlins or gurts.

All information found at www.concast.ie

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

All information found at www.concast.ie

Concast G-frame

Benefits-Larger span capabilities, allowing increased design flexibility. -Competitive pricing -Hygiene - ledges where dust and dirt collects can be minimised, which is ideal for high precision industries (such as pharmaceutical, computer or food processing facilities). -Inbuilt fire ratings avoid additional board or sprayed protection. -Factory production, quality checks prior to arriving on site. -Speed of erection. -Decreased maintenance costs – the frame is virtually maintenance free. -Clean finish. -Overhead gantry cranes – supports for overhead gantries can be provided in columns if requested at

design stage.

Construction Sequence

Footings

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Structural System

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Purlins and Gurts

Roofing

Safety and Drainage

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Roof coverings

WallsConstruction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Flooring and Windows

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Flashing

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208

Final Product

Construction and Structures 2 SRT 251Major ProjectWarehouse and Office Complex ScenarioChristopher Holder400 163 208