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Metal Buildings design from Havit Steel provides an optimized solution for your project. Our professional team is ready to serve any buildings. We can provide you with the most efficient design and construction plan, which is fast and smooth to complete construction for your steel building projects.

Metal Buildings
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Steel Structure Building
Industrial

Steel Structure Building

As a new type of building system, steel structure building breaks through the boundaries of real estate, construction and metallurgical…

prefab metal building
Prefab Metal Building
Industrial

Prefab Metal Building

Prefab metal buildings are steel structures customized to meet customers' specific architectural and structural needs. All components are manufactured in…

Steel Aircraft Hangar Building
Steel Aircraft Hangar Building
Commercial

Steel Aircraft Hangar Building

In today’s aviation industry, safeguarding aircraft isn’t just about storage—it’s about ensuring operational readiness, prolonging equipment life, and complying with…

Steel Structure Frame Building
Steel Structure Frame Building
Commercial

Steel Structure Frame Building

The Steel Structure Frame Building is composed of steel beams and steel columns. The steel frame can withstand the vertical…

metal structure garage kits
Metal Structure Garage Kits
Commercial

Metal Structure Garage Kits

A garage is an essential part of your property. Nowadays, almost every family has a car, so it is crucial…

steel structure livestock buildings
Steel Structure Livestock Buildings
Agricultural

Steel Structure Livestock Buildings

Many farmers choose to use steel structures to build livestock houses, mainly because steel structure livestock buildings have many advantages…

Metal structure warehouse buildings
Metal Structure Warehouse Buildings
Industrial

Metal Structure Warehouse Buildings

Metal Structure Warehouse Buildings can better meet the needs of cargo storage and logistics turnover because steel structure buildings have…

Steel manufacturing Building
Steel Manufacturing Building
Industrial

Steel Manufacturing Building

Havit Steel designs steel manufacturing building that are tailored to meet the needs of manufacturing companies. Every manufacturing company needs…

Steel Industrial Building
Industrial

Steel Industrial Building

Steel Industrial Building designed from Havit Steel is an efficient solution for industrial facilities, whether you need to build manufacturing…

Steel Auto Shop Building
Steel Auto Shop Building
Commercial

Steel Auto Shop Building

Steel auto shop building is the ideal solution for customers who want to build an automotive workshop that can provide…

Steel Church Building
Steel Church Building
Commercial

Steel Church Building

Steel Church Building design and fabricated by the prefab steel structure, it will provide congregations with a durable and more…

Steel Cold Storage Building
Steel Cold Storage Building
Commercial

Steel Cold Storage Building

The steel cold storage building is made of steel structure and used as cold storage inside. If you plan to…

Commercial steel building
Commercial Steel Building
Commercial

Commercial Steel Building

Commercial steel building designed by Havit Steel can use for commercial purposes, including office buildings, car store buildings, retail buildings,…

Steel Carport Building
Steel Carport Building
Commercial

Steel Carport Building

With the rapid development of modern society and the economy, the number of car owners has continued to increase. At…

Steel garage building
Steel Garage Building
Commercial

Steel Garage Building

In an era where efficiency, longevity, and cost-effectiveness define the benchmarks of construction, steel garage buildings have emerged as a…

Steel Office Building
Steel Office Building
Commercial

Steel Office Building

Metal structures are an effective solution for office buildings. Each office has its unique design elements, and our engineers will…

Steel Retail Building
Commercial

Steel Retail Building

We offer steel retail buildings to help customers integrate all your local needs, and we can design the perfect layout…

Steel Sport Building
Steel Sport Building
Commercial

Steel Sport Building

Steel structures lead the way in terms of efficiency, durability, and versatility. When you want to build a steel sport…

Metal Buildings Specification

The metal buildings uses steel to form a load-bearing structure. Generally, beams, columns, trusses, and other components made of section steel and steel plates constitute a load-bearing structure, which together with roof, wall, and floor, form a building.

Compared with traditional concrete buildings, metal structure buildings use steel plates or section steel instead of reinforced concrete, higher strength, and better seismic resistance. And because the components can be manufactured in factories and installed on-site, the construction period is greatly reduced. Due to the reusability of steel, it can greatly reduce construction waste and become more environmentally friendly. Therefore, it is widely used in industrial buildings and civil buildings all over the world.

Advantage
1. Greatly save construction time. Construction is not affected by the season
2. Increase the use area of buildings, reduce construction waste and environmental pollution
3. Building materials can be reused, stimulating the development of other new building materials industries
4. Good seismic performance, easy to transform, flexible and convenient in use, bringing comfort and so on
5. High strength, lightweight, high safety and wealth of components, and lower building cost

Disadvantages:
1. Heat-resistant and non-fire-resistant, fire-resistant coatings are required
2. It is susceptible to corrosion, and the surface needs to be coated with anti-corrosion coatings to reduce or avoid corrosion and increase durability

Metal Buildings

Metal Building Kits

Steel Building Kits design from Havit Steel with advantage of Fast and Simple Construction, Wide Range Of Uses, Reasonable Cost, lower price than concrete building structure.

Metal Buildings Cladding

Metal Cladding System

Metal cladding system includes wall and roof cladding, skylight sheet, trim and flashing, gutter and downspout, insulation, which are essential components of metal building.

Metal Buildings

Steel Building Specs

Steel Building Specification provide the basic information about the Prefab Steel Building, which include Steel Warehouse, Industrial Workshop, Shed, and Garage Building.

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What is a Steel Frame Building

A steel frame building refers to a structural system composed of interconnected steel columns and beams, forming a rigid skeletal framework capable of resisting both vertical and lateral forces. Typically constructed using welded or hot-rolled H-section steel members, these structures rely on high-strength bolted or welded connections. Their superior strength-to-weight ratio and design flexibility make them a preferred solution in industrial architecture—particularly for warehouses, manufacturing plants, workshops, and logistics centers.

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steel frame detail

Core Structural Components

Primary Frame: The structural backbone consists of H-shaped steel columns and beams that bear vertical and horizontal loads.

Secondary Elements: C- and Z-section steels serve as purlins and wall girts, supporting roofing and wall cladding systems.

Enclosure Systems: Corrugated steel panels are used for both roof and wall cladding due to their durability and ease of installation.

Thermal Insulation: Materials such as glass wool, rock wool, rigid polyurethane, and polystyrene foam enhance energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

portal steel frame buildings

Characteristics of Portal Frame Design

Steel portal frames utilize moment-resisting connections between beams and columns, providing structural stability across wide spans. These systems are adaptable to a variety of building configurations:

  • Span Range: Typically between 9 and 36 meters.
  • Building Height: Commonly ranges from 4.5 to 9 meters, depending on clearance requirements.
  • Frame Spacing: Standard intervals include 6 m, 7.5 m, and 9 m, optimized based on load conditions and architectural function.

Roof profiles vary by project needs and may include single-ridge single-slope, gable-roof double-slope, or multi-ridge forms. The slope of the roof typically ranges from 1:20 to 1:8, selected based on factors such as precipitation, drainage requirements, and snow or wind loads.

steel frame building

Structural Layout and Bracing Systems

Purlins and Wall Girts

The spacing of roof purlins is determined by factors such as skylight locations, daylight panel layout, and panel dimensions. Wall girts are arranged to accommodate doors, windows, and canopy elements, ensuring structural compatibility with enclosure components.

Bracing Configuration

Bracings are fundamental to maintaining lateral stability. Roof and wall bracing systems are arranged to form a geometrically stable frame. In buildings equipped with cranes or those exceeding 60 meters in width, additional lateral supports must be introduced.

Tie Beams and Stiffeners

Longitudinal tie beams enhance rigidity along the building’s length. In certain configurations, purlins can act as stiffening members if they meet the required load and deformation criteria.

steel frame building

Load Considerations and Design Combinations

Steel frame buildings must address a combination of permanent and variable loads, including:

  • Dead Loads: Self-weight of structural members and attached architectural elements.
  • Live Loads: Roof traffic, snow accumulation, crane operations, wind pressures, and seismic forces.

Load combinations adhere to the standards set forth in GB 50009-2012 and CECS 102:2002 (2012 edition), including:

  • Snow and live loads are not combined; the greater value governs.
  • Wind and seismic forces are considered separately.
  • Multiple crane loads must comply with national design protocols.

Design and Engineering Considerations

When designing portal steel structures, engineers must address several critical factors:

  • Ensure components can resist deformation during transport and erection.
  • Integrate bracing and edge stiffeners into the global load path.
  • Apply appropriate corrosion protection measures, including coatings and galvanization.
  • Avoid over-lightweighting of roof systems, which may lead to negative pressure-induced uplift under wind action.
steel structure fabrication

Fabrication Best Practices

Post-weld treatments, including shot blasting and consistent coating, are critical to long-term durability.

Steel surfaces must be free of rust and contaminants prior to cutting or welding.

Bolt holes must meet precision standards; misaligned holes should be corrected via re-welding, not plugging.

Welding rods, fluxes, and wires must be dry and clean before use.

Installation Process

Temporary supports or stiffeners may be required during phased erection to ensure safety and alignment.

Pre-assembly checks must confirm dimensional accuracy and the absence of deformation.

Installation should follow a sequential method that forms a stable spatial unit early in the process.

High-strength bolts must be tightened following specified torque patterns, often starting from the center outward.

Advantages Over Concrete Structures

Layout Flexibility: Unlike concrete, steel permits customizable column spacing, enhancing space utilization and reducing material waste.

Lightweight: Steel structures weigh only 1/20 to 1/30 that of concrete systems, reducing foundation costs.

Rapid Construction: Off-site prefabrication and modular assembly minimize on-site labor and construction time.

Project Highlight: Steel Frame Warehouse in Guam (2022)

In 2022, Havit Steel completed a 2,875 m² single-span warehouse project in Guam. Featuring a clear span of 25 meters and an eave height of 7.5 meters, the building was designed with high wind and seismic resilience in mind—critical in typhoon-prone regions. Glass wool insulation ensured thermal efficiency, while the robust structural framework offered long-term durability in a demanding environment.

Read more: Steel Warehouse Project in Guam.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a steel frame building?

A steel frame building is a structure made of interlinked steel beams and columns designed to carry vertical and lateral forces through rigid connections.

What are the advantages of steel over concrete?

Steel construction offers significantly lighter weight, faster installation timelines, and more flexible spatial layouts compared to conventional concrete systems.

How long does it take to build a steel frame structure?

Thanks to off-site prefabrication, most steel frame buildings can be completed in a matter of weeks, depending on project scale and site conditions.

Are steel frame buildings suitable for industrial use?

Absolutely. Their strength, open-span capability, and modularity make them ideal for industrial applications like warehouses, factories, and logistics centers.

What design codes apply in China?

Steel frame buildings in China typically comply with GB50009-2012 (Load Design Code) and CECS102:2002 (Technical Code for Portal Steel Frame Structures).

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