What is frameless construction?
Unlike traditional methods that rely on frames to provide structural integrity, frameless construction utilises the inherent strength of the cladding system to resist the axial, bending, and shear forces. This enables us to design structures without the need for conventional frames, resulting in structures that are not only cost-effective but also lighter and more efficient.
At SCIT, we combine years of expertise with modern technology to redefine the construction landscape. Our methodology for designing frameless structures is unique, allowing us to both optimize your structure and improve its performance.
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THE ADVANTAGES OF FRAMELESS CONSTRUCTION
1.
Cost effective
By eliminating the need for frames, frameless construction significantly reduces material costs.
This affordability is especially advantageous for small to mid-scale structures, making it a great choice for range of structures, from small basic humanitarian shelters to luxury housing.
2.
Lightweight and efficient
Frameless construction results in lighter structures, reducing the overall weight of the building.
This not only enhances the speed and ease of production, but also makes transportation and installation easier and more economical.
3.
Ideal for mass production
Our frameless construction is ideal for mass-produced items, where the savings due to efficiency of the structure is multiplied many times over.
All our structures are designed with re-use in mind, and can be packed up, moved and re-erected.
What do you receive?
Using the results from our state of the art models, we can provide detailed numerical reports and diagnostics. These provide a valuable insight into the behaviour of your frameless structure.
Frameless structures behave very differently from their framed counterparts, and the cladding must often resist several force systems concurrently. Our models include all the load resisting components, down to the last fastener. This means we can show you where cladding is most liable to fail, which bolts are most stressed, and provide advice and guidance on how the design might be optimized to improve performance.