Reinf. concrete vs. steel columns: cost comparison???
Reinf. concrete vs. steel columns: cost comparison???
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Howdy all,
I'm looking into the comparative cost of structural columns made from steel pipe vs. reinforced concrete. I'm guessing that reinforced concrete columns are cheaper, since that's how they construct freeway overpass columns. However, it would be great to have some approximate numbers on this. Does anyone out there know?
I'm looking into the comparative cost of structural columns made from steel pipe vs. reinforced concrete. I'm guessing that reinforced concrete columns are cheaper, since that's how they construct freeway overpass columns. However, it would be great to have some approximate numbers on this. Does anyone out there know?





RE: Reinf. concrete vs. steel columns: cost comparison???
RE: Reinf. concrete vs. steel columns: cost comparison???
RE: Reinf. concrete vs. steel columns: cost comparison???
...and columns for what purpose, size and construction in what environment? Cost/lifetime/maintenance...???
The best way is to ask two, or best three, qualified building companies for a preliminary budget offer, giving a description of the factual demands, location, starting up and finished date requirements.
RE: Reinf. concrete vs. steel columns: cost comparison???
is there any book/pamplet which can be used like a small notebook just to verify the design calculations while working as a newly appointed site engineer?
RE: Reinf. concrete vs. steel columns: cost comparison???
RE: Reinf. concrete vs. steel columns: cost comparison???
I do not see why a site engineer would be verifying design calculations. Is that part of your job description?