2023-09-01 13:11:30
The Steel Frame is already emerging as a viable alternative compared to traditional civil construction practices, such as wet brick construction, for example. The material does not harm the environment, carrying out a sustainable project that is sensitive to the environment that surrounds it, in an agile and efficient way, even in places of geographical adversity that need special attention and materials that adapt to the terrain, in addition to benefiting the entire construction production chain.
However, some precautions in the transport, handling and storage of plasterboard and galvanized steel profiles are essential to be assertive in construction and ensure that the material remains intact to take advantage of the technology it offers and maintain durability.
In the case of galvanized steel profiles for drywall, which are light and easy to handle and store, when receiving the product it is important to check its integrity. A print can be seen indicating the type of profile, thickness, galvanized coating and the standard number.
“They should be stored in a covered, dry place. The anticorrosive treatment of the profiles allows them to be in contact with the outside world for some time, but prolonged exposure can cause damage that limits their performance, explains André Luiz Rossi, manager of development and new business at Barbieri do Brasil, an industry dedicated to manufacture of galvanized steel profiles for drywall e light steel framing in Latin America.
When stacking, the small profiles must always be supported by the larger profiles. In addition, it is recommended that lots be kept tied and aligned. In this way, oscillations or distortions that can cause deformations in the parts are minimized.
Transport, on the other hand, can be done manually when it comes to isolated units, but it is necessary to use mechanical assistance to move batches with more than one piece.
Unlike galvanized steel profiles, gypsum board units are heavier and require additional handling considerations.
“As in the previous case, the first thing is to check the integrity of the product. The edge tape must be removed when installing the plates, respecting the pre-marking. The boards should be stacked on racks no less than 5 cm high, spaced approximately every 40 cm. The length of the supports must be equal to the width of the boards. Maintain rack alignment when stacking multiple batches. Don’t stack short boards with long boards or misaligned ones, suggests André Luiz.
The stock must be made on the faces of the plates. It is not advisable to stack the panels vertically once morest a wall, as they might give way or jeopardize the safety of those circulating around the site. It is important to protect the boards from rain, snow, sun and wind, therefore, storage must be done in a covered and dry place.
“Exposure to severe climatic conditions can cause damage that, even if it does not appear immediately, will impair the performance of the product or limit its useful life”, reiterates Barbieri do Brasil.
When handling the plates, it is essential to use adequate personal protection elements. In addition, it is necessary to keep the load close to the body and use the legs, not the arms, to lift it, thus avoiding damage to the material and the person handling it.
About Barbieri do Brasil
Barbieri do Brasil was born in 2011 as a 100% Brazilian company, but with the experience of Barbieri Argentina, a family company founded in 1953, manufacturer of the highest quality products for the dry construction market. Barbieri do Brasil is an industry dedicated to the manufacture of galvanized steel profiles for drywall, structural galvanized steel profiles for light steel framing, having world-class technology and reaching the entire territory of Brazil with its products.
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