Taper beams for long office spans
Berry, J.
Taper beams for long office spans - 1986 - Architects` Journal 184(40) 1 October 1986, 65-77(8) .
Demand for column-free space in offices has led to a search for new structural systems that can provide long spans while accommodating increasing services. Fabricated steel taper beams are a promising option. This article looks at the manufacture of taper beams, their structural efficiency and at their cost effectiveness.
BUILT ENVIRONMENT-CONSTRUCTION DESIGN
DEALING FLOORS
Taper beams for long office spans - 1986 - Architects` Journal 184(40) 1 October 1986, 65-77(8) .
Demand for column-free space in offices has led to a search for new structural systems that can provide long spans while accommodating increasing services. Fabricated steel taper beams are a promising option. This article looks at the manufacture of taper beams, their structural efficiency and at their cost effectiveness.
BUILT ENVIRONMENT-CONSTRUCTION DESIGN
DEALING FLOORS