Advantages of choosing a Tensile Membrane structure for roofing applications

Tensile membrane structures are thin shell structures and attractively cover large distance carrying only tension, but no compression. The material is used for roofing membrane structures are generally (single-layered or double-layered) PTFE-coated fiber glass and PVC coated polyester. Supportive structural cables are used in Tensile structures are a series of strands twisted or bound together, leading to a larger cable. Today, architects have switched over to tensile architecture especially for roofing applications. Some advantages of choosing tensile membrane structures for roofing applications are –

• Solar Properties: When used outdoors, a multi-layer tensile structure can keep the area cooler and it helps in reducing heat.
• Flexible Design Aesthetics: Any structure can be custom-built as per specifications and provide the richness and aura as per requirement. Most materials are translucent to light that in turn, deliver an excellent finish.
• Translucent: Due to this property, tensile structures in roofs invite natural light during day time; while at nights can light up with infused artificial lights.
• Lightweight: Due to its light weight, it requires minimal structural steel, thereby reducing overall costs.
• Eco-friendly: Most fabrics in use today for tensile architecture can be recycled.
• Durability: If maintained properly with annual maintenance, tensile architecture can be played out over a longer period.

About Hindustan Alcox Limited

As a leading ETFE and PTFE manufacturers, Hindustan Alcox Limited cater one of the efficient ways in creating a emerging trend shade and roofing membrane structure with full versatility by building membrane structures in creative ways.

Read More – Limestone Dome for Cement Plants

Limestone Dome for Cement Plants

Limestone is the major raw material in cement plants. The limestone most suitable for cement production must have some ingredients in specified quantities like calcium carbonates, silica, alumina, and iron etc. Cement plants must insure their product has consistent properties over time, but most limestone quarries produce materials of varying chemical composition. To obtain consistent quality in the final product, quarried raw materials must be blended before being fed into the kiln, but if done in the open, blending limestone may produce large amount of dust.

Limestone Dome:

For cement production, limestone is first reduced in size by processing through a series of crushers and grinders. This fine powered form of limestone is then mixed with some mineral aggregates (siliceous, aluminous and ferrous material) and water in high temperature kiln to form clinker. After cooling the clinker will be stored in clinker dome. The nodules of cement clinker are then ground to the consistency of face powder to produce powered cement.

• Quick and Facilitating: Material handling of Limestone is based on numerous processes like loading, unloading, transportation, storing and feeding. In cement production industry, these numerous process stages may be in different locations, and each may have different feed conditions. Processing system will perform precisely only when there is a proper set up for material storage and handling. Limestone storage provides opportunity to get an efficient set up for material storage and handling process to utilize maximum space and also helpful for labor to have convenience in almost all operational works. All such facilities under single dome not only make the cement plant operation handy & hasty but also maintain energy efficiency level.
• Flexible: Flexibility of limestone dome can be seen by its capability to cater maximum space for storing limestone and how versatile it is with additional storage of various additive used in cement production. These domes not only covers a large span to facilitate storage of various additives under the same shed but also its future development can also be done if more space is needed.

About Hindustan Alcox Limited:

We at Hindustan Alcox Limited, one of the leading limestone dome and bulk storage manufacturers use the combination of geodesic domes and latest technology to make dome structure more functionally suitable and highly versatile in installation/re-installation as well as in maintenance. What can Hindustan Alcox do for you? If you would like more information, please fill our inquiry form.

Read Also – Space Frame for Roof Construction

Space Frame for Roof Construction

Many applications require roofs or covers that are flat, or curved. The spaces frames can be used both in flat and curved surface with various geometries. Rectangular grids, square grids and triangular grids are most commonly used space frame geometries. The advantages of using space frame include:-

• Lightness in weight is the most advantageous feature of space frame which is especially useful in case of long span roofs.
• The building efficiency of space frame is higher as they built in simple prefabricated units of standard size and shape and can be easily transported and assembled rapidly by skilled manpower.
• In spite of being light in weight, a space frame is sufficiently stiff. The three-dimensional property of the space frame and full participation of the constituent element gives it the required rigidity.
• Exceptional ability to resist heavily concentrated and unsymmetrical load.
• Increased flexibility in layout and positioning of columns.
• They possess a versatility of shape. They can utilize a standard module to generate flat space grids, lattices or even free form shapes.
• The simplicity of lines in space frames is very possible

These advantages of space frame make them the best choice for the construction of roof structures whether it is flat or curved surface.

About Hindustan Alcox Limited

With over 30 years of experience, Hindustan Alcox Limited is one of the leading space frame manufacturer. We are specialized in manufacturing and supplying premium quality space frame to various construction sectors. Our space frames are manufactured using superior quality raw materials and are extremely reliable.

Read More – Various Types of Steel Structures

Various Types of Steel Structures

Specialized steel structures is one of the well engineered structures, made from organized combination of structural steel members designed to carry loads and provide adequate rigidity. In space frame companies, customization of these structures is generally done to match the functional and aesthetic requirement of the complete building system.

Specialized steel structures are an outcome of complex engineering to form a product which is customized to match the functional and aesthetic requirement of the complete building system. The various types of steel structures are follows:-

1) Tension Members

A tension member is designed as a Structural steel members subjected to tensile force in a direction parallel to its longitudinal axis. A tensional member is also called a tie member. The types of structure and method of end connections determine the type of a tension member in structural steel construction. Wire and cables, Rods and bars, Single structural shapes and plates, built up members are different types of tension members which are used.

2) Compression Members

A Structural member loaded axially in compression is generally called a compression member. Vertical compression members in buildings are called as columns, posts or stanchions. A compression member in roof trusses is called struts.

3) Built-up members and structures

Built-up members are used in many structures, such as compression members of trusses or supporting columns. They are composed from two rolled U-sections or four rolled angles. The distance between them is fixed by lacing or battening. The built up members are economic, since the connection between the chords can be realized with elements of less volume than with continuous plates.

4) Shell structures

Shell structures are also called plate structures. They are lightweight constructions using shell elements. These elements, typically curved, are assembling to make large structures. Typical applications include the roof of large buildings.

5) Suspension structures

Building structures in which the elements that support the load (wires, grid, chains and so on) are subject only forces of extension. Suspension structures, which exist under conditions of extensions, make possible the full use of the mechanical properties of high strength material; their light weight makes possible to cover structures that have extremely large spans.

6) Truss like structures

A truss is essentially triangulated system of straight interconnected structural elements. Trusses are used in a broad range of buildings, mainly where there is a requirement for very long spans such as in airport terminals, aircraft hangers, sports stadium roof, and auditoriums. Trusses are also used to carry heavy loads and are sometimes used as transfer structure.

Read Also – Leading Pre-engineered Building(PEB) manufacturer

Leading Pre-engineered Building (PEB) manufacturer

Pre Engineered Building is a metal building enclosure system that always includes a structural system and often includes roof and wall cladding and is designed and fabricated in the factory premises. PEBs are ideal for non-residential and wide-span low rise buildings. Pre-engineered buildings are used for diverse applications such as factories, warehouses, showrooms, aircraft hangars, metro station etc.

Pre engineered building offers various advantages which makes it an efficient and timely solution to suit unique engineering & design needs of modern building ecosystems.

• Lightweight but robust.
• Reduced construction time from designing to erection phase.
• Effective utilization of space with higher spans.
• Offer high flexibility for expansion & relocation.
• Offer higher salvage value as compared with conventional structures.

When you are looking for the efficient Pre engineered building manufacturer, then Hindustan Alcox Limited is the leading manufacturer because we not only have advanced technology but an excellent support of a well educated, qualified and expert team. We are dedicated for providing the highest quality of work in every project.

With over 30 years of experience, at Hindustan Alcox Limited, the team is committed to providing better designs, reliable manufacturing and good installation of the prefabricated structures that are in accordance with the principle of engineering. We use the benefits of modern-day technology where designs are developed by Computer aided-designing.

As a leading PEB and industrial shed manufacturer, we provide the complete service of engineering, fabrication and erection thus ensuring better quality control at every stage of process.

Read More – Space Frame Steel Structures: An Elegant Structural Framework with High Durability

Space Frame Steel Structures: An Elegant Structural Framework with High Durability

A space frame is a structural system assembly of linear elements arranged so that forces are transferred in a three-dimensional manner. In some cases, the constituent element may be two dimensional. Space Frame frequently provides the right answer and satisfy the requirements for-

• Lightness
• Versatility
• Speedy construction

Space frame structures can be built from simple prefabricated units, which are often of standard size and shape. Such units can be easily transported and rapidly assembled on site by trained specialists. Consequently, space frame structure can be built with high versatility and an adapt to any shape and complex geometries . Space frame structures are characterized by their considerable stiffness and rigidity, by their remarkable ability to have large spans without middle supports and by their capacity to carry concentrated or non-symmetric loads.

In the space frame structural systems, steel is widely used for effective construction and to establish the use of steel in our country, various new techniques are needed like pre-stressing of steel and effective use of steel members by reducing the compression force. The three dimensional character of space frame structure includes flat surfaces with loading perpendicular to the plane as well as curved surfaces. Large indoor spaces, minimum interference from internal supports and greater operational efficiency are the most important factors that affect the rapid progress of space frame.

About Hindustan Alcox Limited

Over the past several decades, ‘Hindustan Alcox Limited’ is a leading space frame structure manufacturer pay special attention towards adhering to the highest standards of quality. We propound and offer complete solutions right from the concept to the erection phase to ensure creation of structures that are not only compatible with client needs but also offer the assurance of long-lasting  life and tremendous functionality

Read More – Airports for the future

Airports For the future

Airports play a vital role in infrastructure development of any city or metropolis, whether the focus is on tourism or business. With rising demand for passengers per annum and shrinking resources with focus shifting towards carbon emissions, there is a constant obligation to develop structural systems which not only reduce the steel consumption in the airport terminal buildings but also enhance the passenger experience by minimizing the supporting columns.

Long span structure such as space frame for instance proposes bigger retail space, additional passenger capacity and limitless architectural possibilities. Airport Space frame structure at airport terminal buildings offers various advantages, the design can accommodate some of the most complex geometries, since the entire structural system is factory manufactured it supplements the overall quality control at site. Space frame structure is aesthetically appealing which sometimes discards the false ceiling. Lastly, space frame leads to efficient buildings since the steel consumption is minimized.

Airport space frame structures are planned for maximum efficiency, convenience and economy. The main objective is to impart space for line operations, facilities for passenger’s convenience, office for the airport management as well as non-aeronautical functions.

Over the past 30 years, the core expertise of Hindustan Alcox Limited in the Aviation sector has enhanced passenger experience at some of the Major Metropolitians in India such as Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Vishakhapatnam, Srinagar, and Chandigarh and so on. HAL has worked closely with various Airport development authorities and architects to develop Airport space frame structural systems.

Read More – We the leading coal storage shed manufacturer in India

We – the leading coal storage shed manufacturer in India

Coal storage and handling is a common challenge faced in Thermal Power and Captive Thermal power plants. During the storage of coal, spontaneous combustion leads to the loss of useful coal. Spontaneous combustion occurs in coal piles when low-temperature oxidation slowly heats up the material to a volatile point. Moreover, the dusty conditions created by the coal, the dust particles are carried by the wind and cause pollution. This would pollute the plant area and could damage other utilities of the plant.

Coal shed is the best possible situation to overcome these problems during the storage of coal. Coal storage sheds are large in size and store tons of coals.  Being the best choice for covering coal stockpiles for the most challenging environment, these types of sheds are also helpful in getting healthy predictions of spontaneous combustion & in taking appropriate precautions to avoid self-heating of coal during its storage and handling. By providing the covered storage, the operating expenses of the plant are also lowered.

When you are looking for efficient coal storage shed manufacturer then you should count upon us because we at Hindustan Alcox not only have advance technology but an excellent support of a well experienced, qualified and expert team. Over the last three decades, we have created a niche for ourselves in this industry.  At our company, the team is committed to providing better designs, reliable manufacturing and good installation of the coal storage sheds that are in accordance with the principle of engineering. Hindustan Alcox is dedicated to providing the highest quality of work in every project.

We are manufacturing stacker reclaimer sheds with robust structures, reliable materials and precision-engineering to meet industrial requirements

Read More – Structural Components of PEB

Structural components of PEB

Pre-engineered Buildings are becoming an emerging trend nowadays in realization of an efficient and cost effective infrastructure. PEB is supplied as a fully finished product by PEB Company along with steel structure, metal building accessories and roofing/cladding. The main reason for adopting PEB is the persisting trust in traditional construction methods.

PEB Structure Components-

• Primary Frame – Pre-engineered steel building is portal frame construction comprises of primary and secondary framing and bracing system. A combination of these three elements and weather covering sheeting results in stable steel buildings instead of individual frame.
• Secondary structural frames – Secondary framing system is mainly purlin and girt of Z or C shapes of various sizes. In Pre-engineered buildings normally cold form Z sections are used for secondary framing to achieve high strength and lower weight. Purlins/girt are the members which transfers forces and moments from one frame to another frame for overall stability of the building structure and it all acts as framing system for weather covering sheeting purpose.
• Roof and Wall Panels – Tin shades & Curtain Wall made of Glass & Roll-formed steel sheets usually comes in the category. From transfer of wind force and other acting loads form building frame to the foundation at certain interval. X-bracing system is used to change the direction of forces for reducing the impact of forces. Normally rod, pipes or angles are used for x-bracing purpose.
• Sandwich Panels – Sandwich panel is made of three layers in which a non-Aluminium Core is inserted between two aluminium sheets.
• Other accessories: Mezzanine floors, Bolts, insulation etc.

About Hindustan Alcox

With extensive knowledge and expertise in offering tailor-made solution, Hindustan Alcox Limited, a premier in steel building manufacturers in PEB Industry specializes in manufacturing industrial sheds. We are leading Pre Engineered Building Manufacturer in diverse steel building industries including Steel Building manufacturer as well as erection of factory sheds, warehouses, aircraft hangers, shopping malls and office complexes.

Read More – Thin Shells – Geodesic Domes

Thin Shells – Geodesic Domes

A geodesic dome is a thin shelled arrangements made out of triangles connected together to form a true sphere. The triangles are architecturally firm and distribute the stress throughout the dome, allowing the structure to bear heavy loads for their size. Space frame is the three dimensional framework that makes the dome structure stable.

These Geodesic Domes are the strongest, lightest and cost-effective building since it can cover space without any interior supports that usually cover up space in an interior. Not only it is cost effective but it is also easy to construct.

Things to keep in mind while Planning the construction of Geodesic Dome:-

• Designing the dome structure is the first step to start with. The size and the amount of triangles and their calculations to form the dome structure are needed.
• Struts: these are the framework for the dome which are made up of rods. Usually geodesic domes comprise of struts of different sizes.
• There are various cladding options which can be used based on the intended use of the building.
• Finalizing the structure: several things should be kept in mind while putting all the pieces together such as the struts and their dimensions, their edges flattered so that they fall on the same plane when attached, and to make sure the flattened edges bend slightly (found by calculation).

These types of dome structures are famous for their vast usage in, because the materials required are all environment friendly and the structure itself is very safe and creates spacious interior.

About Hindustan Alcox

We at Hindustan Alcox limited, one of the modern dome structure manufacturers use the combination of its basic features and latest technology to make dome structure more appealing and highly versatile in installation as well as in maintenance.

Read More – Role of space frame in Conventional Center & Exhibition Hall