The backbone of futuristic industries

TUFFRAME, light steel frames manufactured by Edge Neoteric Builders, adds more power to QWIKNEXT Technology. It plays a pivotal role in QWIKNEXT Technology as it is the major component of light steel frame buildings. Made of the finest quality steel using sophisticated technology, TUFFRAME ensures superior strength, exceptional quality and unbeatable durability. Thanks to its recyclability and reusability, TUFFRAME lessens wastage and contributes to cost-efficient and eco-friendly construction. TUFFRAME is so light that it helps in quicker erection of the structure. With all these impressive features, TUFFRAME is sure to speed up the growth of construction and infrastructure industry.

 

Property	Tufframe	Conventional Steel
Design	Design of Pre-engineered buildings is efficient due to its integral framing system.	Design of conventional buildings takes more time and it offers fewer precision design aids.
Codes used for Design	International design codes such as AISC, AISI, MBMA, and AWS are used all over the world.	Codes are not updated and traditional codes given by IS are used.
Computer Software	Computer programs are available for the design of Pre-engineered buildings. Design, estimation, detailing, drawings, etc. can be generated within no time using this software.	No such development is available in case of conventional buildings.
Structure Weight	Structural Members used are tapered built-up sections and are 10 to 20% lighter than conventional buildings.	Structural Members used are Hot rolled T-sections which are of heavy weight.
Foundations	Since the structural weight is low, a Lightweight foundation with simple design is enough.	Heavy structural weight makes it difficult to design the foundation. Foundation must be very heavy enough to bear the loads.
Delivery Speed	Faster delivery. It takes 6 to 8 weeks to construct 500 MT pre-engineered building after finalization of design.	Very slow delivery. It takes 20 to 26 weeks to construct 500 MT conventional building after finalization of design.
Cost of Construction	Price per square meter is 30% less than the cost of conventional building.	Price per square meter is very much higher.
Seismic Resistance	These buildings offer good resistance against seismic actions since it is made of Lightweight flexible members.	These cannot withstand against seismic forces because of their rigid heavy frames.
Architecture	Impressive architectural options are available at low costs.	More research and time is needed. Cost also will increase.
Future Expansion of Building	It is easy to expand the pre-engineered building because of its simple connection design.	It requires heavy budget and also difficult to expand the building.
Performance	Maximum efficiency can be achieved since all the components are designed specially to act together as a system.	Components are designed individually and hence there is no guarantee about the performance of structure.
Flexibility	More flexible in terms of design as well as alteration.	Comparatively less flexible but more suitable for rigid structures.
Erection Simplicity	Erection of LGSF is so simple and faster. Light equipment is enough.	Erection in this case is slower and demands more labor. Heavy equipment is necessary.
Building accessories	All components of pre-engineered buildings are interchangeable at reasonable cost.	Use of specially designed accessories makes it difficult to find its replacements and increases the cost complexity of project.
Sustainability	More Sustainable	It requires more resources but may offer long-term sustainability.
Fire Resistance	Lower fire resistance compared to heavy gauge.	Higher fire resistance due to thicker materials.
Handling and Installation	Easier to handle	Requires specialised equipment and skilled Labour
Material Thickness	The thickness of the material mainly ranges from 0.70 mm to 1.6 mm.	In the case of a heavy gauge, the thickness exceeds 1.4mm.
Corrosion property	Higher corrosion resistance.	Prone to corrosion if not treated properly