Dapeng Town Industrial Park, Tongshan District, Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China
When installing space frame support to the ring beam, the following steps are more detailed:
1. Preparation: Make sure you have the required safety equipment, such as helmets, safety shoes and gloves. Check that tools are available, such as wrenches, screwdrivers, levels and measuring tools.
2. Locate the support position: According to the building space frame drawing and design requirements, determine the position of the support. Use line or ink line to mark out the center line and boundary line of the support on the ring beam. Make sure the spacing and position between the supports meet the design requirements.
3. Prepare the support: Check the quality and integrity of the support. Make sure there are no damages or defects. If the support requires assembly, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer. Verify that the fixing holes in the support match the design requirements.
4. Prepare the rim beam: Clean the surface of the rim beam to ensure there is no debris or dirt. Check the quality and integrity of the ring beam and repair any damage or defects. If necessary, mark the exact location of the support on the ring beam so that it can be aligned during installation.
5. Install the support: Place the support in the marked position. Use appropriate tools, such as bolts or welding equipment, to secure the support to the ring beam. Choose the appropriate fixing method according to the type of support. Make sure that the fixing is firm and the support will not move.
6. Calibrate the standoffs: Calibrate the standoffs using a level and measuring tools. Check that the support is horizontal, plumb and level. Adjust the position of the support as needed to ensure it is accurately placed on the rim beam.
7. Secure the support: After aligning the support, use a wrench or appropriate tool to tighten the bolts or fixings on the support. Make sure the fixings are properly tightened to ensure the stability and safety of the support.
8. Inspection and Testing: After completing the installation of the support, perform final inspection and testing. Ensure that the support can withstand the expected load and meet the design requirements. Check that the support is securely fastened to the ring beam and make necessary adjustments.
9. Make sure the support is level: Use a level to double check the level of each support. Adjust the support position until the level shows level. This is important to support the stability of the space frame and distribute the load evenly.
10. Check the support verticality: Use a measuring tool (e.g. vertical ruler) to check the verticality of each support. Make sure the support is perpendicular to the ring beam for the installation and use of the space frame.
11. Make final fixing: Once the support has been calibrated and is level and plumb, tighten the bolts, expansion bolts or other fixings on the support using the appropriate tools. Ensure that the fasteners are properly tightened to ensure that the support is securely fastened to the ring beam.
12. Check the installation quality: carefully check the installation quality of each support. Make sure there is no looseness or gap between the support and the ring beam, and the fixings are tightened firmly.
13. Conduct load test: Conduct a load test after installing the support according to the design requirements. Gradually apply the design load and observe the response of the support. Ensure that the support can withstand and distribute the load without abnormal deformation or damage.
14. Completion records and documentation: After the installation of the support is complete, record relevant information, including the support type, date of installation, installer, etc. These records can be used as a reference for future maintenance and review.
Please note that it is important to carefully study the architectural drawings, design requirements and guidelines provided by the space frame manufacturer before proceeding with any structural installation work. If you are unsure how to proceed with the installation or encounter problems, please consult the help of a professional engineer or related professional.
