Steel Structure Platform, Metal Structure Platform Building

The steel structure platform has a variety of structural forms and functions. And the most prominent feature of its structure is fully assembled structure, so it is flexible in design. And it can design and manufacture steel structure platforms that meet site requirements and meet logistics requirements according to different site conditions. It widely used in modern storage.

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The Application of steel structure platform

The steel structure platform is designed according to the actual situation of the building to make full use of the original space, improve the utilization rate of the space, and assist the production work. Therefore, the steel structure platform is widely used in people’s production and life. The more common steel structure platforms are mainly used in factories, logistics storage warehouses, steel structure stages, cinema platforms, etc.

Building a steel structure platform in the production and processing workshop can expand the production area; a logistics storage warehouse can increase storage space; as for large equipment can facilitate operations; steel structure platform is convenient for various performances; the cinema platform increases the view, the film area optimizes the viewing experience.

Composition and classification of the steel structure platform

1. Composition: The platform structure is usually composed of floor decking, primary and secondary beams, columns, bracing between columns, and ladders, railings, etc.
2. Classification:
According to the requirements of use, it divided into indoor and outdoor platforms, platforms that bear static and dynamic loads, auxiliary production platforms, and medium and heavy operating platforms.

The steel structure platform can also divide into:

1) The platform beam directly connected to the corbel of the steel column. The function is usually a safe passage or a simple medium-sized operating platform.
2) One side linked to the steel column or brick wall, and the other hand has a platform with independent columns.
3) A platform supported on large equipment.
4) Complete independent platforms.
For platforms with large dynamic loads or heavy gravity equipment, and they should be designed separately from the plant columns and directly supported on independent columns.

The platform that bears a small load does not support equipment. Such a platform is composed of the primary beam, a secondary beam, and the floor deck. The platform beam uses hot-rolled section steel. When the span is large, a broad cross-section welded I-beam used.

A massive steel platform has a large load and frequent operation. And the steel platform has a large area, and large, medium, and small vibration loads directly place on the steel platform. So the structure is usually composed of steel columns, main beams, secondary beams, and floor decking. The steel structure platform has an independent support system and laterally connected to the columns of a metal building to ensure the integrity of the steel structure platform.

The steel structure platform is a fully assembled structure, which is easy to install and short in the construction period. We can customize it according to the actual site, purpose, and needs. Most of the steel structural components have been manufactured in the processing plant, and only assembly and a small amount of welding are required for on-site construction. Compared with the reinforced concrete platform, the steel structure platform has no wet work, no cement, sand, etc. Thus, effectively avoid dust, flying soil, sewage, etc., in the construction environment, and reduce cleaning work after construction.

The steel structure platform comprises steel structure components, which are small in size and light in weight. Relatively small footprint and ample use space. In the design of the steel structure platform, the premise of satisfying the mechanical characteristics of the platform, such as the load-bearing capacity and the reliability of the connection between the components. The design of the steel structure platform should be achieved, and strive to build the steel structure platform with fewer structures and forms to reduce the construction cost of the steel structure, the platform’s weight, and the floor space, to maximize the use of space.

Arrangement of the structure

1. Ensure the requirements of the process operation of production, and ensure the clearance of traffic and activity. Generally, the net height should not less than 1.8M, and protective railings should set around the platform. The height of the railings is generally 1M. When the platform height is more than 2M, a skirting board with a height of 100-150mm should set under the protective fence. The platform should provide ladders for up and down traffic. The width of the ladder should not be less than 600mm.

2. In addition to determining the plane size, elevation, beam, and column layout of the platform structure, in addition to meeting the requirements for use, the design of the beams and columns should also consider the location of equipment loads on the platform, and other large concentrated loads, as well as large-diameter industries.

3. The layout of the platform structure should be economical and reasonable, and the transmission force should be apparent. The arrangement of beams should be appropriate to their span. When the span of the platform is large, its distance should also increase. Make full use of the allowable span of the slabs and rationally arrange the beam to obtain better financial results.

Advantages

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1. The raw materials used to build the steel platform have good plastic deformation and elasticity, and will not produce much deformation, so the load-bearing effect is excellent;
2. The project’s construction period is short, saving time and cost and saving human resources; it can be put into use in advance to improve economic benefits for the owner.
3. The steel structure has high compressive strength, lightweight, and high bending rigidity. Different sizes, shapes, colors, etc., can be customized according to requirements.
4. The steel structure engineering has a high level of mechanical automation, and the prefabricated components are exact and accurate. Therefore, it can carry out systematic production and manufacturing, improve work efficiency, reduce the difficulty of engineering construction, and meet the characteristics of the current rapid development of environmental protection society. Moreover, the steel can be 100% Recycling is a green building material.
   Of course, the steel structure platform also has certain defects. That is, its flame retardancy and corrosion resistance are weak. Therefore, the steel structure platform installed in the warehouse should pay attention to fire safety and reduce or prevent corrosive goods storage.

The term ‘material handling equipment’ encompasses a diverse range of vehicles, tools and storage equipment. Typically, a warehouse is used to store items, and then move them to where they are needed. The easier it is to move items, the more efficient your warehouse can be. To increase efficiency, you need to have the right tools for the job – it will make your employee’s lives easier, and cut down on the backbreaking strain they’d otherwise be exposed to with improper equipment.

Leaving aside storage equipment such as racks, stacking frames, and engineered systems such as complex conveyors and automatic guided vehicles for a moment, we will concentrate on two important types of material handling equipment: industrial trucks and bulk material handling equipment. We’ll take a look at what each item does, so that you can then decide whether you’d consider adding it to your warehouse efficiency arsenal.

Industrial Trucks

An industrial truck is a transportation device used to move items in material handling companies. These can range from small, hand-operated trucks to vehicular lifts. The most commonly found industrial trucks in warehouses are as follows:

1. Hand trucks

This is a simple, two-wheel hand-operated truck or trolley, usually with a metallic frame and a toe-plate. Hand trucks are designed to ease the transportation of small items. Some come in a folding variety that packs flat when not in use.

2. Pallet jacks

A pallet jack, truck or pump is used to transport materials that have been stacked on pallets. These jacks have twin forks, which slide under the pallet. The handle is then used to raise the forks with a pumping force, creating a hydraulic action that lifts the pallet, and enables transportation.

3. Walkie stackers

A walkie stacker is the next stage up from a pallet jack or truck. The basic design is the same, except that the stacker is motorized. The ‘truck’ aspect of the walkie stacker is similar to the fork alignment and design of a forklift truck. The whole assembly can be moved around by hand, and pallets can be lifted to the second shelf of a warehouse stacking system. They are ideal for small capacity items, indoor use and on concrete floors. Walkie stackers are also less expensive than forklift trucks.

4. Platform trucks

A platform truck is simply a frame and platform on wheels. The platform can be stacked by hand when a large number of small items require transportation, or can be loaded using another item of material handling equipment. This is ideal for small-to-medium size operations, or as a speedy logistical solution for large organizations.

5. Order Picker

The order picker is a small-sized forklift truck that’s larger than a walkie stacker and is capable of bearing more weight. Order pickers can typically retrieve and replace stacked items from heights of between 10 – 30 feet.

6. Sideloader

Sideloaders are used to load and unload from the side of the machine, as opposed to the front-positioned forks of a standard forklift. Sideloaders are best used in narrow aisles and doorways, but they are not as maneuverable as forklifts.

7. AGV

The AGV is a mobile ‘robot’ that follows wires, markers or other indicators in the floor. AGVs can also use lasers, magnets or cameras for guidance. They are often used in large-scale industrial applications to move materials around a warehouse.

Bulk Material Handling Equipment

If your warehouse involves the movement of a large number of items, then the key to efficiency is movement in bulk. The more items you can move at one time, the more efficiently your warehouse will run. Here are some types of equipment that will enable you to do just that.

8. Conveyor belts

A conveyor belt is a motor-driven belt that forms part of a conveyor system. Items that require transportation are simply placed on one end of the belt, and the motorized system moves them to their destination.

9. Stackers

A small, hand-propelled or motorized truck that’s used to lift items off the ground and onto shelving. This is deal if you are making the most of your warehouse space in having a stacking system. They are cheaper to run than forklifts, and are ideal for small-to-medium applications.

10. Reclaimers

A machine that has a rotating scoop at one end of a conveyor system. The scoop gathers up small, loose items and places them on the conveyor belt. The items are then transported along the belt until they reach their destination.

11. Bucket elevators

Also called a grain leg, a bucket elevator is used to transport small, loose items vertically. It is usually a motorized device, but can be hand-cranked as well. A series of small buckets are attached to a belt. The buckets scoop up the materials when at the bottom of the belt, then lift and disperse the materials at the top. Some bucket elevators may be inclined.

12. Grain elevators

Grain elevators are towers that contain a bucket elevator or a conveyor. The grain is scooped up from a lower level and safely deposited in the required storage facility. This is ideal for large-scale operations.

13. Hoppers

Another device for handling small, loose items, a hopper is basically a large funnel. The items are placed in the top of the hopper, and gravity moves them down to the bottom, which features a narrow aperture, which allows for flow control. The only disadvantage with hoppers is that they can become blocked fairly easily.

14. Silos

Silos are typically used in agricultural applications. They are used to safely store grain, or silage (fermented feed). They are also commonly used for the bulk storage of coal, cement, wood-chips, sawdust and even food products.

For any advice about material handling equipment – either industrial trucks or bulk material handling equipment – you can call the team at Douglas Equipment here in Miami. You can contact our customer service team toll free at 800-451-0030 or you can use our online contact form, available here.

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