ABSTRACT
Steel structures are the most common in industrial projects because the characteristics of steel work well for industrial purposes. The following is a sample of steel’s advantages to industry:
Its high strength in tension and compression allows for a small cross • section and is, therefore, better for use in long spans. Its elasticity makes steel a very good example of a material that com-• plies with Hook’s law. Its ductility allows a large degree of elongation before breaking, so it • can withstand overload without sudden failure. Advanced technology is not required to strengthen it.• Quality controls for steel are usually good because the rolled cross • sections are delivered from factories under quality control systems. Its properties allow easier and faster erections.• It is recoverable from scrap.• It retains value after demolition.•
Steel’s main disadvantage is that it needs periodic maintenance. It is therefore important that the required maintenance be included in the operating budget.
