Whitley
Structural Options - Modular Construction
Modular
building construction generally falls within categories
defined by the nationally recognized model building codes.
Those categories are either wood frame (BOCA classification
5A and 5B) or Non-combustible (BOCA classification 2A, 2B
and 2C) construction.
A
building is defined and categorized by its use, area, height,
number of stories above grade, and other relevant data.
Non
combustible construction is further defined by the materials
utilized for its primary structural elements such as exterior
walls, columns, beams, floor and roof framing. Each of these
elements must be constructed of approved non-combustible
materials that are allowed by the code. In modular construction
these materials are usually steel, combined with other materials,
such as concrete, cement board, or other approved materials.
In some cases, wood is allowed for certain elements depending
on its use and protective treatments.
WOOD
FRAME
Boca clasification
5A and 5B
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STEEL
FRAME
(Non combustible)
Boca
clasification 2A, 2B, and 2C
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Wall
Framing
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Steel
Studs
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Framing
Walls & Partitions
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Poured
Concrete
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Crane
Setting on Block Foundation
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Crane
Setting Steel Building
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Lutheran
College Addition
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Nashville
Airport Addition
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