SAFS Steel Structure Space Frame Truss

 Educational facilities must be built fast, last long, and adapt to future needs. That’s why more universities and schools are turning to space structures for their sports halls, auditoriums, and lecture centers. 1. Clear Spans for Multi-Use Halls No internal columns means more freedom for: 🏀 Basketball courts 🏸 Badminton arenas 🎭 Drama performances 🎓 Graduation ceremonies 2. Faster Construction = Less Disruption Space structures are prefabricated and bolted , allowing schools to finish builds during vacation periods or in parallel with academic schedules. 3. Durable and Safe Our structures meet international codes for wind, seismic, and crowd loads—ensuring student safety and long-term performance. 4. Light and Energy Efficient Add skylights or ETFE panels to reduce electricity costs. Some schools even integrate solar panels for net-zero goals. 5. Expandable in Phases Universities often grow. Space structures can be extended or retrofitted easily witho...

 National exhibition centers are more than just event spaces—they’re symbols of innovation and culture. Space structures help architects achieve massive clear spans, lightweight roofs, and signature styles. 1. Large Span = Flexible Interiors From 60m to 150m wide, space structures create column-free halls ideal for exhibitions, car shows, and international expos. 2. Signature Roof Designs Iconic projects like: Shanghai Expo Pavilion (China) Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (UAE) NECC in Mumbai (India) All used space structures for their wave forms, transparent domes, and grid vaults . 3. Daylight and Comfort With skylights or ETFE membrane inserts, these roofs offer natural light and thermal balance , enhancing visitor experience. 4. Easy to Expand or Reconfigure Need a temporary wing or Phase II extension? Space structures allow fast modular expansion—ideal for growing facilities. 5. High ROI on Public Architecture A visually striking space frame roof...

 Connection type is one of the most underestimated but crucial decisions in space structure design. Here's how ball joints compare to welded nodes , and how each affects the outcome of your project. 1. Ball Joint Systems = High Precision + Modular Prefabricated steel balls with drilled holes Tubes connected using high-strength bolts ✅ Fast assembly, excellent accuracy ✅ Widely used in international projects ✅ Ideal for export and repeatable designs 2. Welded Node Systems = Cheaper But Riskier Members are directly welded at intersections 🔧 Lower material cost, but slower installation ❌ Prone to on-site welding defects ❌ Harder to maintain and inspect 3. Maintenance and Safety Ball joints can be replaced or tightened Welded joints are permanent and hard to access 4. Architectural Freedom Ball joint systems support double-curved , spherical, and parametric forms better—crucial for creative roofs or glass domes. 🔩 Choosing the right spa...