Sunday 11 March 2012

Timber Mezzanine V/s Precast slab mezzanine


Compare Timber mezzanine with Precast slab mezzanine. 
S.No.
Timber Mezzanine
Precast Slab Mezzanine
1

The structural members used are mostly timber.
The basic structure is of RCC and may be supported by steel columns.
2
It is constructed on site.
This is precast & installed on site.
3
The construction work on site for takes a longer time.
It can be installed on site within a day.
4
Problems associated with timber like bending, warping & decays will aggravate if proper preventive measures are not taken.
RCC or cement have virtual no decays.
5
Construction and installation are relatively easier from the view of lifting the loads.
During installation, shifting and lifting of the segments are slightly tedious and need more people.
6
It can catch fire.
Does not catch fire.
7
It is costlier.
It is relatively cheaper.

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