Load, Span, and Depth: Choosing Your Deck

With so many choices, a common question comes up: which deck to choose. The choice comes down to three factors. The load: the deck needs to carry the slab and live load. composite roof deck Distance between beams: the right depth span farther, and a CD Composite Deck suit shorter spans. And the finish: the system suit the right deck.

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Load, Span, and Depth

First, the load: the profile must bear the demands. Then span: the right depth span longer distances, whereas a 1.5 composite decking or Standard Composite Deck suit shorter spans. And the application: the system suit a specific profile. Get all three right, so the answer to Which Floor Deck Is Right for You? feels clear.

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Get the Spec Right

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