The increasing global population needs a strong and durable roof over its head. Lately, the search for this roof has led to the over-utilization of natural resources such as timber used for building and also roofing projects. The high demand for timber for construction has led to the depletion of forests, which is one of the major causes of climate change and global warming.
In an effort to curb global warming and to discourage uncontrolled felling of trees, the government implemented a logging ban, which has led to the low supply of timber and caused the prices of timber to skyrocket – making roofing and construction projects that rely on timber to be very expensive.
To counter the rising cost of timber for building, construction and roofing projects, meet the high structural demands in the construction industry and in particular roofing, and to support the re-afforestation efforts to curb climate change and global warming, we introduced the efficient, environment friendly and cost saving Milele Light Gauge Steel frames.
In this article, we look at 5 reasons why our clients choose Milele Light Gauge Steel frames/trusses and why you should also use them for your project:
1. Light Gauge Steel (LGS) Trusses are Durable
Milele Light Gauge Steel (LGS) is durable. Unlike timber, Light Gauge Steel does not warp or get affected by moisture and pest attacks such as termites. This makes it ideal for both commercial and residential projects in different climatic conditions in Kenya and around the world. Milele Light Gauge Steel does not deteriorate or rust even in moist or humid conditions as it has a zinc layer which protects it against natural elements.
2. Light Gauge Steel has High Tensile Strength
Milele Light Gauge Steel (LGS) is 40% lighter than timber and other roofing materials and has the highest tensile strength. This is thanks to the stability of the galvanized hot-dipped steel and its knot-free and warp-free properties. Apart from increasing tensile strength, this stability makes Light Gauge Steel ideal to use for multi-storey building projects.
3. LGS Projects Have Quicker Construction Time
Milele light gauge steel trusses are custom designed and fabricated with the highest accuracy for every individual project. This highly accurate process guarantees standardization of the highest quality to meet your specific need, eliminates wastage, and cuts down costs. The custom designed pieces are transported to site and assembled in a short time with reduced labor for your convenience. With Light Gauge Steel, you can rest assured that your project will be completed in a short time and without additional cost.
4. Light Gauge Steel is Eco-friendly
The highly accurate and customized fabrication process of Milele Light Gauge Steel ensures zero wastage which contributes to a clean and safe environment as there will be no additional waste to be disposed of. As we noted earlier, Light Gauge Steel trusses are not prone to pests and termite attacks which means that no chemicals or pesticides are needed to treat the steel. Milile Light gauge steel is also recyclable.
5. Safe work environment
Using Milele Light Gauge Steel eliminates the risks of hazardous working environment because no cutting tools are required on-site – unlike the dangers involved with cutting timber into the required sizes on-site. The Light Gauge Steel members are also lightweight making them easy and safer to carry onto the roof without the risk of falls and other associated dangers.
Conclusion
We strongly recommend using Milele Light Gauge Steel as roofing frames/trusses for your commercial or residential project in Kenya and around the world. We fabricate, supply and install durable, best quality, and cost effective Milele Light Gauge Steel frames for commercial and residential roofing and construction projects.
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