In conventional steel buildings mill-produced hot rolled sections (beams and columns) are used. The size of each member is selected on the basis of the maximum internal stress in the members. Each conventional structure is designed from scratch by the consultant with fewer design aids available.Cost is higher due to higher consumption of steel and other co-ordination issues involved.

In conventional steel buildings mill-produced hot rolled sections (beams and columns) are used. The size of each member is selected on the basis of the maximum internal stress in the members. Each conventional structure is designed from scratch by the consultant with fewer design aids available.Cost is higher due to higher consumption of steel and other co-ordination issues involved.