Thursday, March 15, 2007

Site Visit 2 - Bunnings Warehouse

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE - WARN PONDS, GEELONG, VIC


Overall view:

Bunnings warehouse is a perfect example of a common portal frame
construction. With the long spanning roof and the tall exterior walls, the portal frame has been used to create a large and spacious environment






Larger Detail - 3m x 3m

This larger detail shows
the system of rafters / beams used in order to support the downward forces of the roof-load












Smaller Detail – 1m x 1m

In this detail we can see the knee joint between a stanchion and the r
after. A total of 12 high tensile bolts have been used in order to connect the two structural elements

1 comment:

J.O Construction said...

Bunnings Warehouse, a fine example of design.

Did you steal one of my photo's?