SYSTEM FEATURES - GIRDER SLAB

GIRDER-SLAB® SYSTEM

The Building Superstructure Design and Specification Process follows established methods and practices applicable to competitive bid or design-build procurement.
A registered professional engineer is engaged to design the superstructure according to customary practices.
Superstructure design follows typical AISC steel design criteria including lateral load resistance.
Steel fabricators can provide the entire steel frame superstructure package including all of the Girder-Slab® System components.
The D-BEAM® Girder is fabricated from a standard rolled wide flange section and flat bar. Fabrication can be self-performed by steel fabricators or they can outsource fabrication of the D-BEAM®.
The steel erector performs the assembly and erection process for the entire steel and precast superstructure.
Commonly used precast, prestressed hollow core slabs are available from many precast producers.

Light weight structural system.
Composite floor or roof slab assembly.
Used in combination with a steel frame.
Choice of column types and perimeter spandrel details.
Non-combustible construction; meets building code fire rating.
Utilizes conventional structural steel or concrete lateral load resistance.
Underside of slabs are free of obstructions to accomodate ductwork and piping.
Underside of slabs can become finished ceilings.
Provides faster access to the work of other trades.
Substantial reduction in on-site waste and debris.
System is available competitively from customary sources.
More accurate control of building dimensions & tolerances.
Lends itself to exterior curtain wall systems to speed building enclosure.
100% factory fabricated and engineered components (steel beams & precast slab units).

8″ or 10″ floor depths maximize unit floor to ceiling height while minimizing the height of the building.
Super-fast structure and building completion.
Reduced building structure weight.
Floor plan design flexibility.
Limited weather impact (including cold climates).
Structure assembly is one process, one source (Ironworkers).
Integrates well with retail and parking areas below.
Meets AISC tolerance standards.
Meets fire code ratings using UL K912.
Meets required sound (STC) ratings.
Limited on-site labor.
Reduced on-site overhead costs.
Eliminates/reduces soffits.
Factory made quality components.