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IJSREM63874
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10 |
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May 2026
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1-21
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Department of Civil Engineering
Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula (UP)
Department of Civil Engineering
Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula (UP)
Department of Civil Engineering
Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula (UP)
Department of Civil Engineering
Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula (UP)
Department of Civil Engineering
Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula (UP)
Department of Civil Engineering
Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula (UP)
This study highlights the increasing importance of Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEBs) in modern industrial infrastructure due to their lightweight construction, rapid execution, and cost-effectiveness. Compared to Conventional Steel Buildings (CSBs), PEBs are generally 25–40% lighter and enable 25–50% faster construction, resulting in significant savings in steel consumption, labor, and project duration. However, most existing Indian design codes are primarily developed for conventional steel structures, which often leads to conservative and uneconomical designs when directly applied to PEB systems. PEBs also contribute significantly to sustainable and environmentally friendly industrial construction. A major green feature of PEBs is the use of turbo ventilators, which improve natural ventilation without consuming electricity. These ventilators operate using wind and thermal pressure differences to remove hot air from the building interior, thereby reducing indoor temperatures and minimizing reliance on mechanical ventilation and air-conditioning systems. Another important sustainability aspect is the incorporation of polycarbonate sheets in roof and wall cladding. Typically, around 7% of the cladding area is provided with translucent panels to allow natural daylight into the building, reducing the need for artificial lighting during daytime and lowering energy consumption and operational costs. Improved daylighting also enhances occupant comfort and workplace conditions. In addition, the large unobstructed roof areas of PEBs are well suited for rooftop solar photovoltaic installations. These systems utilize renewable energy efficiently without requiring additional land or support structures, thereby reducing dependence on conventional power sources and lowering carbon emissions. Overall, PEBs provide an effective solution for energy-efficient, sustainable, and green industrial development.
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This chapter presents the overall conclusions drawn from the structural analysis and optimization of the Pre-Engineered Building (PEB) frame using tapered built-up sections under Indian codal provisions. The study focused on improving structural efficiency, increasing member utilization ratios, reducing steel consumption, and maintaining satisfactory serviceability performance under prescribed loading conditions. Based on the analytical findings and discussions presented in the preceding chapters, the key conclusions and recommendations for future research are summarized in the following sections.
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5/24/2026
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