Importance of steel in earthquake-resistant construction
Earthquakes can pose a variety of threats to people, infrastructure, and the environment. During an earthquake, the ground can liquefy and lose its strength, causing buildings, roads, and other infrastructure to sink or tilt. Earthquakes can also trigger landslides, which can block roads, damage buildings, and create further hazards. Steel has several benefits when it comes to earthquake resistance. Because of its distinctive metallurgical quality, Ambe TMT is more resilient to earthquakes. Nepal where earthquakes can occur anytime it’s better to be safe than sorry so, selecting the best steel for construction is very important as it is:
High Strength:
Steel is both strong and lightweight, thanks to its high strength-to-weight ratio. This is especially useful in earthquake-resistant building because it permits the development of lightweight buildings that can withstand the lateral loads associated with seismic occurrences.Ductility:
Ductility is the ability of a material to bend without breaking when subjected to tension, and steel is very ductile. Steel buildings are able to absorb energy during an earthquake, preventing them from collapsing suddenly.Flexibility:
Steel constructions are very flexible, thus they can sustain lateral stresses without splitting or breaking. Large deformations of steel buildings may assist absorb seismic energy and keep people inside safe during an earthquake.Durability:
Steel is a long-lasting material that can keep on going even when subjected to severe climates and other situations. For this reason, it is a great material for earthquake-proof buildings, which must sustain intense shaking without collapsing.Speed of Construction:
Steel buildings may be prefabricated offsite and built rapidly on-site, which can assist to speed up the building process and lower the overall cost. This is of paramount importance in earthquake-prone regions, where quick construction is sometimes necessary to rebuild damaged structures or provide emergency shelter.In general, steel's strength and durability make it an excellent choice for earthquake-resistant construction, which benefits both building inhabitants and the surrounding community. Ambe Steels is Nepal's largest steel manufacturing company and one of the best steel companies in Nepal and we are committed in providing our customers with the best quality services in the industry. Ambe Steels uses Fe 500 D TMT which is a minimum of 500 Megapascals (MPa) and the letter 'D' stands for ductility. This means that the steel can withstand a minimum of 500 MPa of tensile strength and has high ductility or the ability to bend and deform without breaking, making it suitable for construction applications. In general, steel's strength and durability make it an excellent choice for earthquake-resistant construction, which benefits both building inhabitants and the surrounding community. When it comes to steel production in Nepal, Ambe Steels is right up there with the best. Daily output of 1400 metric tons of steels is well within our capabilities. Our company has grown gradually since its foundation, thanks to the efforts of the most capable and ambitious group of business owners.
