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ALTERNATIVE FLOOR AND ROOF SLAB CONCRETE SYSTEMS
AND THEIR ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
It minimizes floor-to-floor heights when there
is no requirement for a deep false ceiling.
Building height can be reduced
Auto sprinkler is easier.
FLAT SLAB Less construction time.
It increases the shear strength of the slab.
Reduce the moment in the slab by reducing
the clear or effective span.
Waffle slabs are able to carry heavier loads
and span longer distances than flat slabs as
these systems are light in weight.
Waffle slab can be used as both ceiling and
WAFFLE SLAB floor slab.
These systems are light in weight and hence
considerable saving is ensured in the
framework as the light framework is required
Pitched roof sheds off rainwater better.
This slab gives you internal storage or room
space.
It is less likely to leak.
PITCH ROOF Roof coverings are cheaper.
SLAB If it is a standard pitch, building materials are
more cost-effective
Hollow core ribbed slab not only reduces
building costs it also reduces the overall
weight of the structure.
Excellent fire resistance and sound insulation
are other attributes of hollow core slab due to
HOLLOW CORE its thickness.
RIBBED SLAB It eliminates the need to drill in slabs for
electrical and plumbing units.
No additional formwork or any special
construction machinery is required for
reinforcing the hollow block masonry.
Simple formwork and suitable for direct fix or
sprayed ceiling
No beams—simplifying under-floor services
Minimum structural depth and reduced floor-
FLAT PLATE
to floor height.
SLAB
REFERENCE:
https://civilread.com/16-different-types-slabs-construction/
https://civildigital.com/basics-flat-plate-floor-system-advantages-disadvantages/
In a flat plate system, it is not possible to
have a large span.
Not suitable for supporting brittle
(masonry) partitions.
Higher slab thickness.
Waffle slab is not used in typical
construction projects.
The casting forms or moulds required for
precast units are very costly and hence
only economical when large scale
production of similar units are desired.
Construction requires strict supervision
and skilled labour.
This type of slabs is not suggested for long
spans.
Repairs in slabs like plumbing repair or
electric wiring on slabs are difficult.
If not properly handled, the hollow core
ribbed slab units may be damaged during
transport.
It becomes difficult to produce satisfactory
connections between the precast
members.
Not economic for small spans.
Difficult to repair and strengthen
Medium spans
Limited lateral load capacity as part of a
moment frame
May need shear heads or shear
reinforcement at the columns or larger
columns for shear
Long-term deflection may be controlling
factor
May not be suitable for heavy loads.