Framed Construction 1
Framed Construction 1
PRESENTED BY
MR JAMES KIRIMA
Objectives of the lesson
By the end of the lesson the learner should be able to;
1. State types of framed construction
2. State application of framed construction
3. Describe the construction procedures of given framed
construction
4. Fire protection, facing and claddings in framed
construction
5. Identify materials used in framed construction and in-
fills
6. Describe construction methods of framed structures
Framed construction
Frame
construction is a
building
technique which
involves building
a supportive
framework of
studs, joists, and
rafters, and
attaching
everything else
to this
framework.
Introduction
• A framed structure is a network of beams and columns joined up to
form the skeleton framework of the building.
• Frame structures are the structures having the combination of beam,
column and slab to resist the lateral and gravity loads. These structures
are usually used to overcome the large moments developing due to
the applied loading.
• The structural frame carries the total load of the building and transfers
it to the foundation.
• Cladding is fixed over the framework, or infill panels are placed
between its members, to totally enclose the space within the building.
• Framed structures are easily erected from pre-made members.
• These members are easily connected together in the correct sequence
to form the structural framework.
Types of framed construction
• Timber
• Concrete
• Steel
• Portal frames
Materials used in framed construction
• Timber
• Concrete
• steel
Applications of framed construction
• Warehouses /godowns
• Factories
• Multistory buildings ; schools, hotels & offices
• Dwellings
PRINCIPLES OF DESIGNING FRAME
STRUCTURES
As already indicated, the primary function of a skeleton frame is to
carry safely all the loads imposed on the building and this is must do
without deforming excessively under load as a whole or in its parts.
In order to fulfill this function efficiently it must provide in its design
and construction adequate:
• STRENGTH AND STABILITY These are ensured by the use of
appropriate materials in suitable forms applied with due regard to
the manner in which a structure and its parts behave under load.
• FIRE RESISTANCE An adequate degree of fire resistance in the
frame is essential in order that its structural integrity may be
maintained in the event of fire, either for the full period of a total
burn-out or for a long period at least long enough to permit any
occupants of the building to escape.
Cladding
• Cladding is needed to:
1) Precast concrete
2) Bricks
3) Stones/Mable
4) timber
• Procedure
• Setting out
• Laying foundations
• Frame structure layout work
• Framed structure reinforcement work
• Framed structure formwork
• Pouring concrete into formwork