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This week we continued analysing the Eastern
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ENVS10003 Timber batterns screw-fixed to steel T-
Precinct Project plans in order to fully understand
plates used for both shading and aesthetic
the representation of various systems within the
purposes (see Figure 2).
extension. As a group, we focused on the general
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construction of the extension and function of
I section beams supporting glass panelling.
members, the structural materials, joints and fixings
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Glass panelling on roof.
and the sustainability and economic implications of
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Glass louvers and panels in aluminium
the construction.
mullions on walls.
Firstly, we looked at the foundations and footings
We identified the structural materials of the
of the extension. In viewing detail section KK
structure as being:
AO575, it was apparent that the structure is built on an existing concrete slab, which acts as the
Steel:
suspended ceiling to the floor below, shown in
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Stud framing in walls.
Figure 1.
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Horizontal T section beams (see Figure 3)
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Deep I beams
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T outriggers supporting cantilevering glass edge.
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I section universal columns supporting roof structure.
Figure 1
Figure 1 Through looking at section details, we identified the primary structures as being: -
The framework comprising of steel studs.
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The existing concrete ERC loadbearing wall.
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T and I section beams roof beams (see
Figure 2 Aluminium: -
Mullions supporting glass panelling.
Figure 2). -
Universal columns supporting the roof structure.
We identified the secondary structures as being:
Concrete: -
Screed used over existing floor slab.
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High-density, weather resistant compressed fibre cement cladding over steel stud wall.
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The sustainability and economic implications of
Timber: -
Batterns (strips of timber) on exterior and interior.
the structure could be determined by the materials and fittings used. -
Glass: -
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The use of timber internally and externally contributes to sustainability because it means less carbon emissions and solid
Window panels and louvers.
wastes are produced during production as
We then identified joints and fixings:
it is stored in the timber for long periods.
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Bolt joints
Timber contains less embodied energy as
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ChemSet™ (Ramset, 2013) chemical steel
its manufacture uses less fossil fuel
stud anchors joining steel structural
energy per unit volume than other
components to concrete wall (see Figure
common construction materials such as
4). With this chemical system, no stress is
steel, concrete or aluminium. Timber is
placed upon the existing concrete wall
also highly recyclable depending on the
which is necessary due to its potentially
species and maintenance of the timber. It
unknown quality and loadbearing capacity
requires no breakdown or complete
(Construction Fixings, 2013)
remanufacture unlike many of its
Steel welding in many areas including
construction counterparts (Planet Ark,
steel roof structure.
2012). Timber batterns also provide
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natural cooling in summer months through shading (see Figure 5).
Chemical anchoring system attached steel stud with T section beam into existing concrete wall
Timber batterns
Figure 3 Figure 4
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The use of steel in the building structure also contributes to sustainability due to its ability to be recycled multiple times (Noriega, J 2012). Though more expensive
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than timber, steel is highly durable and has a very long lifespan, which prevents the need for regular maintenance (Stålbyggnadsinstitutet, 2013). -
The use of glass allows natural light to enter the building, minimising the need for
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References: Construction Fixings 2013, Construction Fixings, Birmingham, United Kingdom viewed 4 September 2013, <http://www.constructionfixings.com/chemic
artificial lighting.
alanchoring.htm>
Use of the existing concrete wall and slab
Noriega, J 2010, ‘The Role of Steel in Sustainable
prevents the need for the manufacture and
Prefabricated Buildings’, Sustainable Construction,
use of more materials, hence being more
weblog post, 7 May, accessed 4 September 2013,
economical and producing less waste.
<http://www.sustainableconstructionblog.com/constr uction/the-role-of-steel-in-sustainable-prefabricatedbuildings> Planet Ark 2012, Timber as a Sustainable Building Material, FWPA, Australia viewed 4 September 2013, <http://makeitwood.org/documents/doc-692timber-as-a-sustainable-material.pdf> Ramset 2013, ITW Incorporated, United States viewed 4 September 2013, <http://www.ramset.com.au/Document/Detail/111/C opyright-Notice>
Stålbyggnadsinstitutet 2013, Sustainability of steelframed buildings, Stålbyggnadsinstitutet, Sweden viewed 4 September 2013, <http://www.sbi.nu/uploaded/dokument/file s/SBISustainability_of_steel_framed_buildings.pdf >