Significant advantages of steel grid: redefining architectural possibilities
2025-06-26
RISING STEEL STRUCTURE
(1) Large-span column-free space
The strong bearing capacity and stability of steel grid enable it to easily achieve super-large span coverage without the need for intermediate columns. This feature creates an open and transparent interior space for the building, greatly satisfying the functional requirements of buildings with special needs for large spaces such as stadiums, exhibition halls, and airport terminals. For example, the Beijing Bird's Nest Stadium has achieved a super-large span of more than 200 meters through a complex steel grid structure, and the interior space can accommodate nearly 100,000 people to watch the game at the same time.
(2) Factory prefabrication and efficient construction
Most of the rods and nodes of the steel grid are prefabricated in the factory, and the quality is stable and controllable. After the prefabricated components are transported to the site, they can be installed by simple assembly and connection, which greatly shortens the construction period. Compared with traditional concrete structures, steel grid construction can shorten the construction period by 30%-50%, effectively reducing construction costs and time costs.
(3) Flexible and diverse shapes
The spatial structural characteristics of steel grids enable them to create a variety of architectural shapes. Designers can design various unique forms such as curved surfaces, domes, folded plates, etc. according to architectural needs and aesthetic concepts, giving the building a unique artistic charm. The dome of the Shanghai Grand Theater and the "Spring Cocoon" shape of the Shenzhen Universiade Center are classic applications of steel grids in architectural aesthetics.
(4) Green, environmentally friendly and sustainable
Steel is a recyclable material. After the life cycle of the steel grid project ends, most of the steel can be recycled and processed, reducing the generation of construction waste. In addition, factory prefabrication reduces on-site wet operations and reduces the pollution of construction to the environment, which is in line with the development concept of modern green buildings.
