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ComFlor®

Composite floor decking

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About Tata Steel

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Contents

3 Introduction

4 ComFlor® 46

6 ComFlor® 51+

8 ComFlor® 60

10 ComFlor® 80

12 ComFlor® 100

14 ComFlor® 210

16 ComFlor® 225

18 ComFlor® with FibreFlor®

19 ComFlor® Active

20 ComFlor® with Colorcoat FD®

22 ComFlor® non-composite Formwork

23 Sustainability

24 ComFlor® CPD’s

25 ComFlor® Software

26 ComFlor® reference

28 Case StudyW. Cheshire College

29 Case StudyTechnovium

30 Case StudyUnion Square

31 Case StudyWeston-Super-Mare Pier

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ComFlor® Introduction

Introducing ComFlor®

Composite floor decking systemsComFlor® is a profiled steel deck specifically designed for rapid installation of flooring and tofacilitate lightweight buildings with long clear spans.

Large areas of ComFlor® can be easily craned into position and in excess of 400m2 laid by oneteam per day. With minimal mesh or fibre reinforcement and pumped concrete, thecompleted floor can quickly follow.

Shallow composite floor decksComFlor® offers the widest range of shallowdecks, from ComFlor® 46 all the way toComFlor® 100, the Tata Steel range providesthe optimum solution for all over-beamapplications. Covering unproppedconstruction from 2.5 to 5.0 metres eachComFlor® profile offers particular applicationbenefits. The shallow decks are suitable forconventional composite construction wherethe deck is placed onto the top flange of thesteel support beam.

Deep composite floor decksComFlor® 210 and ComFlor® 225 are bothdesigned to be used with the Tata steelSlimdek® system, which uses asymmetricbeams. The floor deck lands on the widerbottom flange of the asymmetric beam.

With typical unpropped spans extending to 6metres and propped spans to 9 metres thedeep decks provide clear open space betweenbeams. The deck is contained within the beamdepth, which provides a very shallow floorzone. The shape of the deck profiles allow forservice integration and the whole systemprovides inherent fire resistance.

Quality assuranceTo provide the best quality and the most up todate design information, Tata Steel is qualityassured to BS ISO 9001:2000 Quality systems.Tata Steel is an active member of MCRMA(Metal Cladding and Roofing ManufacturersAssociation), The SCI (Steel ConstructionInstitute), BCSA (British ConstructionalSteelwork Association) and supports R&Dthroughout the industry.

Professional supportTata Steel maintains a friendly technical helpdesk which is freely available to all ConsultingEngineers and Contractors to assist withcomposite flooring design issues.

The technical help desk is available on: 0845 30 88 330.

Comprehensive ComFlor® Software is also freely available to all professionals who register at:www.tatasteelconstruction.com/comflor

ShottonOur Shotton operations take place in anenvironmentally sensitive area. We aresurrounded by the Dee Estuary, which isdesignated as a Special Area for Conservation,Special Protection Area and Site of SpecialScientific Interest.

An area of man-made lagoons within ourboundary has similar environmentaldesignations, being a breeding ground forCommon Terns and an important reed bedhabitat, leading to our proud tradition of co-existing with the natural world in thisspecial place without compromisingbiodiversity.

Clearance and maintenance work is regularlyundertaken to ensure the lagoon areas arepreserved in optimum conditions and wemanage the open areas of our site tomaximise their potential as habitats to floraand fauna, including a wide range of breedingand migratory birds.

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ComFlor® 46The economic and easily transportedshallow profile

ComFlor® ComFlor® 46

ComFlor® 46, first introduced in 1985, is asimple trapezoidal composite deck with astrong and reliable shear bond performance.The profile is economic and nestable,reducing transport and handling costs.

NestableThe ultra efficient nesting capability ofComFlor® 46 reduces the transport volume ofthe product. This fact combined with thesimplicity of ComFlor® 46 also makes it idealfor export.

Low concrete usageThe trapezoidal shape profile of ComFlor® 46reduces the volume of concrete used, withresultant savings in structural and foundationcosts.


ComFlor® 46Design information

Cover width 900mm

105mm 120mm 225mm 67mm

46m

m

ComFlor® 46 Composite slab – volume and weight

Weight of concrete (kN/m2)

Concrete Normal weight LightweightSlab depth volume Concrete Concrete

(mm) (m3/m2) Wet Dry Wet Dry110 0.091 2.14 2.10 1.69 1.60

115 0.096 2.26 2.21 1.79 1.69

120 0.101 2.38 2.33 1.88 1.78

130 0.111 2.61 2.56 2.07 1.96

140 0.121 2.85 2.79 2.25 2.13

145 0.126 2.96 2.90 2.35 2.22

150 0.131 3.08 3.02 2.44 2.31

180 0.161 3.79 3.71 3.00 2.84

200 0.181 4.26 4.17 3.37 3.19

240 0.221 5.20 5.09 4.12 3.90

ComFlor® 46 section properties (per metre width)

Nominal Design Cross section Profile Height to Moment of inertia Ultimate moment capacitythickness thickness area weight neutral axis (cm4/m) (kNm/m)(mm) (mm) (mm2/m) (kN/m2) (mm) Sagging Hogging Sagging Hogging

0.90 0.86 1137 0.09 20.38 41.50 – 4.63 4.67

1.20 1.16 1534 0.13 20.44 53.00 – 5.99 6.23

Section properties in the above table conform to BS5950

Notes:1. Deck and beam deflection (i.e. ponding) is notallowed for in the table.

2. Deck and mesh weight is not included in theweight of concrete figures.

3. Density of concrete is taken as:Normal weight (wet) 2400kg/m3Normal weight (dry) 2350kg/m3Lightweight (wet) 1900kg/m3Lightweight (dry) 1800kg/m3

Design Notes:Deck materialTata Steel Galvatite®, hot dip zinc coated steel EN 10326-S280GD+Z275. Guaranteed minimum yieldstress 280N/mm2. Minimum zinc coating mass275g/m2 total both sides.

Anti-crack meshBS 5950: Part 4 currently recommends that anticrackmesh should comprise 0.1% of slab area. The Eurocode4 recommendation is that anticrack mesh shouldcomprise 0.2% of slab area for unpropped spans and0.4% of slab area for propped spans.

Where forklift truck (or other similar concentratedloading) is expected 0.5% minimum percentagereinforcement should be used over the supports and 2% elsewhere to control cracking. For furtherinformation contact us or refer to SCI AD150.

Mesh top cover must be a minimum of 15mm forlightweight concrete and 25mm for normal weightconcrete. Mesh laps are to be 300mm for A142 meshand 400mm for A193, A252 & A393 mesh.

FireFor details of the performance of composite slabscomprising ComFlor® 46 decking under a firecondition with nominal anti-crack mesh, pleasecontact the technical team. For other simplified designcases or for full fire engineering, refer to the ComFlor®software.

Technical servicesThe Technical Department at Tata Steel offers acomprehensive advisory service on design ofcomposite flooring, which is available to all specifiersand users. Should queries arise which are not coveredby this literature or by the ComFlor® software, pleasecontact us.

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ComFlor® 51+Dovetail re-entrant floor deck with avirtually flat soffit


ComFlor® 51+ is a traditional dovetail re-entrant composite floor deck. This profileprovides an excellent mechanical key intothe concrete slab, offering a strong shearbond performance, which is augmented bycross stiffeners located in the profile trough.Comflor® 51+ presents a virtually flat soffitand a relatively thin slab is required to meetfire design requirements.

Shear studsThe wide trough of Comflor® 51+ permits aflexible and efficient placement of shear studs.

Fire performance of the composite beamsEven for two hours fire rating, the top flangeof the steel beam does not require fireprotection, when used with Comflor® 51+composite deck.

Under floor servicesServices are easy to attach to ComFlor® 51+,with the ribs presenting a dovetailed recessedgroove in the concrete slab at 150mm centres.This provides the perfect connection forservice hangars via a wedge nut or similartype device.

Fire performance of the slabThe dovetail presents a very small openingand contributes little to the transfer of heatthrough the slab in the event of fire. Thus alesser slab depth is needed for fire designpurposes.


ComFlor® 51+Design information

600mm cover width

40 110mm

15 135mm 150mm pitch

51m

m

Comflor® 51+ Composite slab – volume and weight




105 0.096 2.26 2.21 1.79 1.69

110 0.101 2.37 2.32 1.88 1.78

115 0.106 2.49 2.44 1.97 1.87

120 0.111 2.61 2.55 2.07 1.96

125 0.116 2.73 2.67 2.16 2.04

130 0.121 2.84 2.78 2.25 2.13

150 0.141 3.32 3.25 2.62 2.49

200 0.191 4.49 4.40 3.56 3.37

240 0.231 5.43 5.32 4.30 4.08




Comflor® 51+ section properties (per metre width)


0.90 0.86 1579 0.13 16.74 55.70 – 5.69 6.99

1.00 0.96 1759 0.14 16.73 62.10 – 6.33 7.93

1.20 1.16 2118 0.17 16.72 77.29 – 10.24 9.81






FireFor details of the performance of composite slabscomprising Comflor® 51+ decking under a firecondition with nominal anti-crack mesh, pleasecontact the technical team. For other simplified designcases or for full fire engineering, refer to the ComFlor®software.


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ComFlor® 60Our most popular shallow flooringprofile


The ComFlor® 60 composite floor profileoffers the ultimate in lightweight steeldecking for all multi-rise buildings. Itcombines exceptional spanning capabilitieswith reduced concrete usage to provide acost-effective and attractive floor solutionthat’s easy to install.

The state-of-the-art profile has beendeveloped using roll-forming techniquespioneered by Tata steel, drawing on our 20years of experience in designing advancedcomposite floor systems.

ComFlor® 60 has been specially designedwith trough stiffeners and side lapspositioned to guarantee centrally placedshear studs.

The cover width is just 600mm, creatinglightweight sheets that are easy to handle –delivering significant on-site safety benefits.

ComFlor® 60 is available with Colorcoat FD®pre-finished steel on the exposed soffit,providing a durable and attractiveappearance whilst minimising futuremaintenance.

Long-span capabilityOptimised profile design gives exceptionalunpropped spanning capability of up to 4.5metres, reducing structural steel requirementsand hence cost.

Reduced concrete usageComFlor® 60 requires a reduced concretevolume for any slab depth, providing a moresustainable solution and reducing costs.

Enhanced shear stud interactionProfile design guarantees central shear-studpositioning to optimise composite action,reducing the need for on-site checking.

Excellent acoustics and fire performanceManufactured with closed ends to giveexceptional fire protection and acousticperformance, while simplifying installation.

Minimal maintenanceAvailable with Colorcoat® pre-finished steel fordurability and improved appearance.

Safer manual handlingWith a cover width of 600mm, sheets arelightweight, making them safer and easier tohandle.









Cover width 600mm

45457.8

131

17.517.5 2020

15

60

29.7

120mm 180mm

300mm Pitch

Shear studconnectorposition Underlap

Dovetail

Overlap





130 0.097 2.28 2.23 1.81 1.71

140 0.107 2.52 2.46 1.99 1.89

150 0.117 2.75 2.69 2.18 2.06

160 0.127 2.99 2.93 2.36 2.24

170 0.137 3.22 3.16 2.55 2.42

180 0.147 3.46 3.39 2.74 2.59

190 0.157 3.69 3.62 2.92 2.77

200 0.167 3.93 3.85 3.11 2.95

250 0.217 5.11 5.00 4.04 3.83






0.90 0.86 1276 0.10 33.70 92.77 86.13 9.30 7.50

1.00 0.96 1424 0.11 33.75 106.15 97.95 11.27 9.36

1.20 1.16 1721 0.14 33.85 132.91 121.60 15.21 13.07

Section properties in the above table conform to BS5950 and Eurocode.

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ComFlor® 80High grade profiled steel composite deckComFlor® 80 is the only proven 80mm profileavailable with Colorcoat FD® pre-finishedsteel to provide a durable and attractiveappearance.

The large corner curvature detail provides avery efficient profile. In conjunction with thehigher grade of steel, it ensures typicalunpropped spans of 4.2m simply supportedand in the continuous condition, spans of5m can be achieved.

The large spans achievable means lessstructural steel and thus cost saving in theoverall construction cost, providing morescope for architects and engineers in theirdesign process.

ComFlor® 80 is fully tested with the FibreFlor®system to provide all the no mesh benefits. Seepage 18 for more information on FibreFlor®.

Central stud placementProvides superb composite action betweenthe beam and concrete due to the stud beingpositioned exactly in the centre of the trough.This ensures the correct concrete cover to thestud and hence, the full design capacity of thestud is developed. The central location of thestud also reduces on-site checking to ensurethat the stud has been positioned correctly.

Ideal for car parksComFlor® 80 is a popular choice for use inmulti-storey buildings such as car-parks.Combined with Colorcoat FD® pre-finishedsteel, the need for post-painting or installing afalse ceiling is eliminated.

Improved manual handlingThe cover width of ComFlor® 80 is 600mm, toreduce sheet weight and improve handling.

Setting out point (s.o.p.)

50

Shear Studconnectorposition

120

Cover width 600mm300

180 3215.8

overall

7.6

50.2

1.2

9

17.2

over

all

8015








0.90 0.86 1382 0.11 36.40 157.10 136.48 12.70 10.64

1.00 0.96 1542 0.12 37.50 171.56 158.25 15.06 12.62

1.20 1.16 1864 0.15 39.40 201.75 195.90 20.17 15.76






140 0.096 2.27 2.22 1.80 1.70

150 0.106 2.51 2.45 1.98 1.88

160 0.116 2.74 2.68 2.17 2.06

170 0.126 2.98 2.91 2.36 2.23

180 0.136 3.21 3.14 2.54 2.41

190 0.146 3.45 3.38 2.73 2.59

200 0.156 3.68 3.61 2.92 2.76

250 0.206 4.86 4.76 3.85 3.64







ComFlor® 100 has a very strong profile shapeand offers the capability to span up to 4.5metres without props. Designed particularlyfor Continental European application,ComFlor® 100 also brings considerablebenefits to the British designer looking forlonger unpropped spans. The profile is notsuitable for use with shear stud connectors.

No temporary propsComFlor® 100 can carry wet concrete andconstruction loads to 4.5m without temporarypropping, (depending on slab depth) therebyleaving a clear area beneath the floor underconstruction. Further savings of labour andprop hire are also realised.

Large concrete volume reductionAlthough a deep slab is required, theComFlor® 100 profile greatly reduces thevolume of concrete needed and thus the costand weight of concrete.

Suitable for traditional constructionComFlor® 100 is suitable to be placed onto masonry walls or standard design non-composite steel beams.

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ComFlor® 100Long spans, no props




Cover width 700mm

233.3mm 37mm

100mm

63mm 109mm





170 0.110 2.59 2.54 2.05 1.94

180 0.120 2.83 2.77 2.24 2.12

190 0.130 3.06 3.00 2.43 2.30

195 0.135 3.18 3.12 2.52 2.39

200 0.140 3.30 3.23 2.61 2.47

210 0.150 3.53 3.46 2.80 2.65

220 0.160 3.77 3.69 2.98 2.83

230 0.170 4.01 3.92 3.17 3.00

250 0.190 4.48 4.38 3.54 3.36




ComFlor® 100 section properties (per metre width) BS5950


0.90 0.86 1511 0.12 58.00 225.77 – 11.26 11.20

1.20 1.16 2022 0.16 58.00 298.00 – 12.40 18.64








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ComFlor® 210Deep composite profile


The original Slimflor® long span steel deck,ComFlor® 210 has the capability to span upto 6 metres in unpropped construction.

With cross and longitudinal stiffeners,ComFlor® 210 is structurally efficient andoffers excellent composite action with theconcrete.

Excellent structural strengthSimple single bar reinforcement in eachtrough, combined with anti-crack mesh nearthe top of the concrete slab gives thecomposite slab superb structural strength andfire properties.

Reduced transport costsThe nestable profile shape of ComFlor® 210reduces transport and handling costs.

Fire performanceUp to 2 hours fire rating with unprotecteddeck soffit.



Cover width 600mm

425mm

52mm

56mm

87.5mm

210m

m





280 0.110 2.60 2.54 2.05 1.95

290 0.120 2.83 2.77 2.24 2.12

300 0.130 3.07 3.00 2.43 2.30

305 0.135 3.18 3.12 2.52 2.39

310 0.140 3.30 3.23 2.61 2.48

330 0.160 3.77 3.69 2.99 2.83

350 0.180 4.24 4.16 3.36 3.18

375 0.205 4.83 4.73 3.83 3.62

400 0.230 5.42 5.31 4.29 4.07






1.25 1.21 2009 0.16 95.00 816.00 – 23.20 23.20

Section properties in the above table conform to BS5950.







ComFlor® 225Made for Slimdek®


Developed specifically for the Tata SteelSlimdek® system, ComFlor® 225 offers up to6.5 metres unpropped span. Tata steelSlimdek® engineered flooring solution is aunique structural floor system which usesAsymmetric Slimflor® Beams, where thebottom flange is wider than the top flange.

The ComFlor® 225 steel deck bears on thelower flange of the beam which results in aminimal overall floor depth, the concretethat surrounds the beam provides compositeaction without the need for shear studs, andassists fire protection to the beam.

The Slimdek® system is fast, minimisestemporary props, is structurally optimisedand saves on cladding costs. The system alsoreduces building height or enables extrafloors to be built.

State of the art profile designComFlor® 225 deck is a state of the art coldformed profile design offering fully optimisedcomposite and load carrying characteristics.

Enhanced composite actionThe re-entrant section to the top flange of theprofile enhances composite action and offerseasy services attachment.

Easy service integrationThe deck is designed to offer flexible serviceintegration, as described in Steel ConstructionInstitute publication “Service Integration inSlimdek®”.

Fire PerformanceUp to 2 hours fire rating with unprotecteddeck soffit.

SIDS software for designing Slimdek® is freely available to download from www.tatasteelconstruction.com

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37.5195m

m30

37.5

27.5

Cover width 600mm

238mm

8mm

400mm

500mm

100mm

32.6

27.5

32.6

5mm





290 0.121 2.85 2.79 2.26 2.14

295 0.126 2.97 2.91 2.35 2.23

300 0.131 3.09 3.02 2.45 2.32

305 0.136 3.21 3.14 2.54 2.41

310 0.141 3.32 3.26 2.63 2.49

320 0.151 3.56 3.49 2.82 2.67

350 0.181 4.27 4.18 3.38 3.20

380 0.211 4.97 4.87 3.94 3.73

400 0.231 5.44 5.33 4.31 4.08






1.25 1.21 2108 0.17 134.48 1089.80 1056.87 31.66 23.58








Development In recognition of the many practicaldifficulties associated with the use oftraditional welded wire fabric in upper floorconstruction and in response to the everincreasing demands for improved speed ofconstruction, improved quality and costeffectiveness, Tata Steel and PropexConcrete Systems have joined forces todevelop ComFlor® with FibreFlor®.

FibreFlor® is a combination of Novocon highperformance steel fibres and Fibermeshmicro-synthetic fibres providing a uniquethree dimensional concrete reinforcementsolution for composite metal decks anddesigned to replace traditional welded wiremesh.

By combining the attributes of both types offibre, FibreFlor® provides performance benefitsover the entire life span of the concrete – from simplifying placement, to minimisingcontrolling cracks in the hardened state, toproviding years of exceptional durability.

In the development of FibreFlor®, it wasidentified that many properties were requiredto provide both an optimum technicalsolution for the necessary fire rating, but alsopractically in providing a concrete solutionthat is easily handled, pumped and finished.

The world leading brand of Fibermesh micro-synthetic fibres are proven to inhibit bothplastic shrinkage and settlement cracking.Additional benefits include increased impactand abrasion resistance together with reducedpermeability of the concrete. Fibermeshmicro-synthetic fibres are also internationallyproven to provide resistance to explosivespalling, in the event of fire.

Novocon high performance steel fibres areproven to provide long term crack control.This allows the load carrying capability toreplace traditional mesh reinforcement.Testing approved by the Steel ConstructionInstitute confirmed that FibreFlor® alsoprovided longitudinal shear resistance inexcess of that provided by A393 steel wirefabric.

ComFlor® with FibreFlor® has been extensivelytested in accordance with BS EN 1365-2:2000standards at NAMAS certified fire test facilities,under the guidance of the Steel ConstructionInstitute (SCI).

Results, analysed and approved by the SCI,show that ComFlor® with FibreFlor® compositemetal deck systems provide equivalent orsuperior performance to traditional wire meshsolutions with fire ratings of up to two hours.

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ComFlor® with FibreFlor®Mesh-free composite floor system

ComFlor® Mesh-free system

ExperiencePropex Concrete Systems (Formerly SI Concrete Systems) are global leaders insupplying fibres for secondary concretereinforcement to the construction market.

With over two decades of innovating andperfecting fibre reinforcement solutions,Propex offers performance benefits over theentire life span of concrete - from simplifyingplacement to minimising cracks in the plasticstate to controlling cracks in the hardenedstate to providing years of exceptionaldurability and fire resistant benefits.

An international staff of fibre reinforcedconcrete specialists have expanded theirquest to solve concrete construction’s greatest

challenges in virtually every applicationimaginable: slab-onground, elevated slab,poured-inplace walls, sprayed concrete,precast and many more.

The resulting solutions have spawned acontinually growing list of pioneering firsts,including fibrillated, monofilament andmacro-synthetic fibres as well as engineeredfibre combinations for multifacetedapplications.

A long-standing philosophy of solutions-orientated innovations ensures the delivery ofthe ultimate combination of world-classconcrete reinforcement products and world-class concrete specialists.

Independent testing of ComFlor® 60 composite floordeck at the Namas certified fire test facility.

As the drive to deliver sustainable buildingsintensifies, innovative products whichreduce the environmental impact of abuilding are coming to the fore.

ComFlor® Active exemplifies this newapproach. It facilitates truly sustainable controlof room temperature in new buildings withoutheavy reliance on carbon intensive fuels.

It permits circulation of cool or warm waterthrough a network of waterpipes embeddedinto the concrete to thermally activate thefloor. This method provides highly effectivecooling for office buildings and similar heatingbenefits in residential structures.

In both cases, the low temperature differentialbetween the room temperature and thecirculated water allows the use of low carbon

technologies, rather than traditional carbonintensive heaters or chillers, to supply water atthe required temperature.

The low water temperature also reduces heatlosses from the intermediate pipework andincreases the system’s overall efficiency.Thermally activated traditional concrete slabfloors provide a high comfort level, reduce theneed for radiators and provide a self-regulating, energy efficient system offeringcooling and heating in a single package.

ComFlor® Active offers all these advantages,with some key extra features. Benefits includea large radiant surface to maximise outputand optional Colorcoat FD® 25 pre-finishedsteel to further improve performance andoffer an aesthetically appealing finish.


ComFlor® ActiveThermally active flooring

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ComFlor®

with Colorcoat FD®Pre-finished composite floor deck

ComFlor® with Colorcoat® FD

Colorcoat FD®25Colorcoat FD® 25 pre-finished steel is idealfor use as part of a ComFlor® composite floordecking system when the exposed soffit isused as a feature of the building's interior.

Use of ComFlor® with Colorcoat FD® 25eliminates the need for post painting andoffers an aesthetically pleasing finishwithout the need for a false ceiling.

The improved appearance and durability ofComFlor® with Colorcoat FD® 25 provides aperfect solution for multi-storey buildings,such as offices and car-parks.

Colorcoat FD® 25 product features• Smooth 25µm polyester coating giving

increased protection to exposed soffits.

• Good formability and durability in exteriorapplications.

• Galvanised substrate produced to EN10346:2009 with a zinc metallic coatingoffering very good corrosion resistance.

• Exposed side available in white as standardfor optimum reflectivity. Other colours areavailable on request.

• Reverse side pre-treatment compatible withconcrete.

• Project specific warranties are available onrequest.


Guarantee periodColorcoat FD® 25 is available with a paintadhesion and colour fade project specificwarranty of up to 10 years depending upon exact project details. Please contact the Colorcoat Connection® helpline on +44 (0)1244 892434 for further information.Note: Not recommended for use in marine environments up to 2 km from the coast.

Strippable filmIn order to prevent damage to the Colorcoat FD® 25 exposed soffit it is advisableto use a suitable strippable film wheninstalling the decking system. Any strippablefilm must be removed on site as per filmsuppliers recommendations.

Use of Colorcoat FD® 25Through deck welded shear studs cannot beused with Colorcoat FD® 25, however variousalternative fixing options are available such aspre-welding the beam. For more informationcontact the the ComFlor® Technical Hotline.

Product testingTo ensure the integrity of Colorcoat® products,Tata Steel uses laboratory tests to measuretheir performance against corrosion, effect ofchemicals and abrasion. All product testing iscarried out in accredited laboratories tointernational standards.

Colorcoat FD® 25 has a reaction to fireclassification of A2-s1, d0 in accordance withEN 1350 and meets the requirements of Class0 of the Building Regulations for England andWales 2006.

Colorcoat FD® 25 Test standard

Nominal organic coating thickness (µm)* 25 EN 13523-1

Specular gloss (60º)Standard colours (%) 25-45 EN 13523-2

Scratch resistanceStandard colours (g) > 2500 EN 13523-12

Abrasion resistance(Taber, 250 rev, 1 kg) Standard colours (mg) < 40 EN 13523-16

Flexibility: Minimum bend radius (T) 3 EN 13523-7Reverse impact (J) 16 EN 13523-5

Adhesion (cross hatch) (%) 100 EN 13523-6

Corrosion resistance: Salt spray (h) 500 EN 13523-8Humidity (h) 1000 EN 13523-25QUV-A Good EN 13523-10

Max continuous operating temp °C 120 Tata Steel

Minimum forming temperature °C 20 Tata Steel

Reaction to fire Class A2 EN 13501

* µm = microns

General notesThe figures in this table are typical properties and do not constitute aspecification. These figures relate to the painted surface.

Typical properties

Key

Topcoat Primer Pre-treatment(Carpark Ceiling)

Zinc Substrate

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ComFlor® non-composite formworkPermanent formwork profiles

ComFlor® Formwork

We manufacture a range of five profiles which are used aspermanent formwork.

Permanent formwork remains in situ for thelife of the building but, unlike compositeflooring profiles, it does not act asreinforcement in the concrete slab.

Advantages• The steel decking supports the wet

concrete and construction loads.

• Temporary propping can be eliminated.

• The concrete slab requires full structural baror mesh reinforcement.

• The wide range of Tata Steel formworkprofiles ensure the optimum solution isavailable.

Mesh

Concrete

Reinforcement

Formwork

ConcreteSlab Depth

Profile Height

Maximum span (m) for single or double span

Steel Profile Concrete slab depth over profileProfile thickness Weight

(mm) (kN/m2) 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm0.9 0.09 1.88 1.68 1.55 1.45

F351.2 0.13 2.11 1.89 1.74 1.63

0.9 0.09 2.37 2.13 1.96 1.84F46

1.2 0.13 2.55 2.30 2.12 1.99

0.9 0.11 2.81 2.53 2.31 2.14F60

1.2 0.14 3.06 2.80 2.58 2.43

0.9 0.12 3.69 3.31 3.04 2.82F100

1.2 0.16 4.16 3.85 3.52 3.27

Concrete usage table

Weight of concrete (kN/m2)Slab depth above profile (mm)

Profile100mm 150mm 200mm

“ED” mm

F35 2.75 3.79 5.19 13

F46 2.90 4.11 5.33 19

F60 3.11 4.33 5.55 28

F100 3.40 4.62 5.84 40

To determine concrete usage increase slab depth above profile by “ED” mm.

900mm Cover Width

900mm Cover Width

800mm Cover Width

700mm Cover Width

F35

F46

F60

F100


ComFlor® services and projects

At Tata Steel, we are committed to making the products society needs and tomaking them in the safest and most responsible way possible.

CO2 is a by-product of the steel makingprocess and we have a well-developedstrategy to minimise our CO2 footprint. In fact,over the last 40 years we have reduced theenergy needed to produce steel by 50%. Andwe have set a target of reducing our CO2

emissions by a further 20% in the next tenyears.

Some of our savings in CO2 come from majorinvestments, like the recovery of waste gasesat our Port Talbot site. This investment of£60m is already saving 297,000 tonnes of CO2

emissions annually. Other reductions havecome from smaller site-based initiatives suchas the zero-carbon scheme at our Shotton site.Since starting this in 2005, the site hasreduced its CO2 footprint by more than 25%.

We are also investing in the future to realise amajor step-change in steel making with lowerCO2 emissions. We are a leading partner in the€59m ULCOS project which aims to cut theCO2 emissions from steel production by 50%by 2050.

The first phase of ULCOS involved research toevaluate a new generation of steel makingtechnologies, while the second phase willoperate the most promising of these on ademonstration plant. The pilot HIsarna furnaceis operated by Tata Steel, in cooperation withrepresentatives from steel plants acrossEurope and will demonstrate technology forproducing steel with up to 50% less CO2

emissions. This is potentially the first step tothe dawn of a new era in steel making

For Tata Steel, sustainability is not all aboutCO2. There are initiatives ongoing across oursites to reduce waste, minimise emissions andcontribute to our communities.

All Tata Steel manufacturing sites are certifiedto ISO 14001, the international standard forenvironmental management systems. We alsorecognise the responsibility we have both upand down our supply chains and we work toensure that sustainable practices are adoptedthroughout by close co-operation with bothsuppliers and customers.

For more information on our sustainabilitystrategy, visit www.tatasteelconstruction.com/sustainability

Sustainability

“We take ourresponsibility as asustainable steelproducer veryseriously and havetaken a leading rolein reducing CO2emissions across the steel industry.”

Tata Steel’s Shotton site – now with 25% less CO2emissions than in 2005.

ComFlor® in constructionCPD SeminarsAs the voice of authority for thestructural steel market, Tata Steelextends its knowledge andexpertise to CPD seminars.

The ComFlor® in Construction CPD seminarprovides an invaluable insight into the use ofcomposite floor decks. It addresses the keyissues to be considered when specifying astructural composite floor:

• Spanning• Concrete usage• Health and Safety implications• Acoustics

It also looks at:• ComFlor® Active• ComFlor® with FibreFlor® in Construction• Impact on building lifecycle costs• Sustainability and environmental impact• Case study examples

Duration45 minutes

Also available:Technical Support · Literature · Material Samples · ComFlor® Software demo

To request a ComFlor® in Construction CPDvisit www.tatasteelconstruction.com/comflor

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ComFlor® Services and Projects


ComFlor® Software

Download instructionsThe comprehensive ComFlor® software for thedesign of composite floor slabs is freelyavailable, to all professionals who register, at:www.tatasteelconstruction.com/comflor

Use of the design programAll the variables start with a default value,however check or input new variables in allthree input datasheets, namely structure,loading and design. When satisfied clickanalyse to run the calculations which are thenshown in the results sheet. Job details may beentered for a formal printout.

It is not necessary to put in shear connectors(shear studs) for the composite slab design(shear connectors are used primarily for thebenefit of the beam not the slab). However ifshear connectors are to be used, then thedesign software allows end anchorage to beaccounted for which in some cases will improvethe load capacity of the composite slab.

Before accepting a particular design assatisfactory, it is highly advisable to print outthe calculations and check that all the inputparameters are correct.

Design criteria and methodsThe design program has been produced bythe Steel Construction Institute on behalf ofTata Steel UK Limited.

Help function on diskThe Help function on the design programcontains all the detailed information that isused to produce the calculations.

Professional supportTata Steel UK Limited maintains a friendlytechnical advisory desk, which is freelyavailable to all consulting engineers andcontractors to assist in composite flooringdesign issues.

The ComFlor® technical hotline is available on0845 30 88 330.

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ComFlor® referenceTransport & Handling

ComFlor® Reference

For general information on Transport,Handling and Storage, refer to the relevantTata Steel leaflet.

Receiving & checkingComposite floor decking is packed intobundles of up to 24 sheets and the sheets aresecured with nylon banding. Each bundle maybe up to 950mm wide (the overall width of asingle sheet) by 750mm deep, and may weighup to 2.5 tonnes, depending on sheet length(average weight is about 1.5 tonnes). Loadsare normally delivered by articulated lorriesapproximately 16m long with a maximumgross weight of up to 40 tonnes, and a turningcircle of approximately 19m. The maincontractor should ensure that there is suitableaccess and appropriate standing and off-loading areas.

Each bundle has an identification tag. Theinformation on each tag should be checked byoperatives from the decking contractor (or, if theyare not on site, the main contractor) immediatelyupon arrival. In particular, the stated sheetthickness should be checked against therequirement specified on the contract drawings,and a visual inspection should be made to ensurethat there is no damage.

StorageThe decking should be installed as soon aspossible upon delivery on-site. If the deckingis not for immediate use, it should be storedon the steel frame to avoid damage from sitetraffic.

It should also be noted that to avoid the riskof condensation the decking should be storedin a location that minimises fluctuation inboth temperature and humidity. For furtherguidance, please contact us.

Lifting bundlesBundles should be lifted from the lorry.Bundles should never be off-loaded bytipping, dragging, dropping or otherimprovised means.

Care is needed when lifting the deckingbundles; protected chain slings arerecommended. Unprotected slings can damagethe bundle during lifting; when synthetic slingsare used there is a risk of the severing them onthe edges of the decking sheets.

If timber packers are used, they should besecured to the bundle before lifting so thatwhen the slings are released they do not fallto the ground (with potentially disastrousresults). Steel bundles must never be liftedusing the nylon banding.

Positioning the deckingSupport steelwork should be prepared toreceive the decking before lifting the bundlesonto it. The top surface of the underlyingbeams should be reasonably clean. Whenthru-deck welding of shear studs is specified,the tops of the flanges should be free of paintor galvanising.

The identification tags should be used toensure that bundles are positioned on theframe at the correct floor level, and in thenominated bay shown on the deck layoutdrawing. Bundles should be positioned suchthat the interlocking side laps are on the sameside. This will enable the decking to be laidprogressively without the need to turn thesheets. The bundles should also be positionedin the correct span orientation, and not at 90°to it. Care should be taken to ensure bundlesare not upside down, particularly withtrapezoidal profiles. The embossments shouldbe oriented so that they project upwards.

Placement of deckingThe breaking open of bundles and installationof decking should only begin if all the sheetscan be positioned and secured. This willrequire sufficient time and suitable weather.The decking layout drawing should also bechecked to ensure that any temporarysupports that need to be in position prior todeck laying are in place.

Access for installation will normally beachieved using ladders connected to the steelframe. Once they have started laying out thesheets, the erectors will create their ownworking platform by securely fixing thedecking as they progress.

The laying of sheets should begin at thelocations indicated on the decking layoutdrawings. These would normally be at thecorner of the building at each level; to reducethe number of ‘leading edges’, i.e. unprotectededges, where the decking is being laid. Whenthe bundles have been properly positioned, as

noted above, there should be no need to turnthe sheets manually, and there should be nodoubt which way up the sheet should befixed. Individual sheets should be slid intoplace and, where possible, fixed to thesteelwork before moving onto the next sheet.

This will minimise the risk of an accidentoccurring as a result of movement of a sheetwhen it is being used as a platform. (However,for setting-out purposes, it may be necessaryto lay out an entire bay using a minimumnumber of temporary fixings before fullysecuring the sheets later).

Sheets should be positioned to provide aminimum bearing of 50mm on the steelsupport beams. The ends of adjacent sheetsshould be butted together. A gap of up to5mm is generally considered not to allowexcessive seepage, but, if necessary, the endsof the sheets may be taped together. Whenend gaps are greater than 5mm, it is normallysufficient to seal them with an expandingfoam filler. The longitudinal edges should beoverlapped, to minimise concrete seepage.

Cutting sheetsWhere necessary, sheets may be cut using agrinder or a nibbler. However, field cuttingshould be kept to a minimum and should onlybe necessary where a column or otherobstruction interrupts the decking. Gapsadjacent to the webs of columns should befilled in with off-cuts or thin strips of steel.Decking sheets shown as continuous on thedecking layout drawing should never be cutinto more than one length. Also, sheets shouldnever be severed at the location of atemporary support, and the decking shouldnever be fastened to a temporary support.

As the work progresses, unwanted scraps andoff-cuts should be disposed of in a skip placedalongside the appropriate level of working.The skip should be positioned carefully over asupport beam to avoid overloading thedecking. If a skip is not available, scrapsshould be gathered for collection by the maincontractor as soon as is possible. Partially usedbundles should be secured, to avoid individualsheets moving in strong winds.


Health & Safety

British StandardsThe design guidance given in this brochureand on the attached software complies, whererelevant, with the following Standards.Composite floor deck1. BS 5950: Part 4 1994. Structural use of

steelwork in building: Code of practice fordesign of composite slabs with profiledsteel sheeting.

Composite steel beams2. BS 5950: Part 3: 1990. Design in composite

construction: Section 3.1: 1990. Code ofpractice for design of simple andcontinuous composite beams.

Profiled steel deck3. BS 5950: Part 6 1995. Structural use of

steelwork in building: Code of practice fordesign of light gauge profiled steelsheeting.

Fire resistance4. BS 5950: Part 8 2003. Structural use of

steelwork in building: Code of practice forfire resistant design.

Concrete5. BS 8110: Part 1: 1997 Structural use of

concrete: Code of practice for design andconstruction.

6. BS 8110: Part 2: 1985 Structural use ofconcrete: Code of practice for specialcircumstances.

Reinforcement7. BS 4483: 2005 Specification for steel fabric

for the reinforcement of concrete.8. BS 4449: 2005 Specification for carbon steel

bars for the reinforcement of concrete.9. BS 4482: 2005 Steel wire for the

reinforcement of concrete productsspecification.

Eurocode 3 and 410.BS EN 1993 - 1 - 3: 2006 Design of steel

structures. Supplementary rules for coldformed thin gauge members and sheeting.

11.BS EN 1994 - 1 - 1: 2004 Design ofComposite steel and concrete structures.General rules for building.

12.BS EN 1994 - 1 - 2: 2005 Design ofcomposite steel and concrete structures.Structural fire design.

13.SCI - P - 076 : Design guide on the vibrationof floors. SCI in association with CIRIA(1989).

Health & SafetyHandling hazardsZinc coated steel decking should be handledwith care; it may be delivered with solubleprotective layer of oil, which can causecontamination to lacerated skin. Decking willhave sharp edges and corners. Adequategloves and protective clothing should be wornwhen handling decking.Eye hazardsEye protectors conforming to the specificationin BS 2092:1987 should always be worn, whenbreaking the strapping around bundlesbecause the sudden release of tension createsa risk to eyes.Particles of metal also create eye hazardswhen cutting steel, and eye protection shouldbe worn, during this activity.Noise hazardsNoise may be hazardous whilst handling orcutting decking, shot firing, etc, adequate eardefenders should be worn.Respiratory hazardsFumes containing oxides of iron and zinc areproduced during welding or flame cutting andif inhaled these may cause metal fume fever;this is a short-lasting condition withsymptoms similar to those of influenza. Inconditions of exposure to such hazards, theuse of respiratory equipment isrecommended.Explosives and fumesWhen using shot fired fixings explosives andfumes may create a hazard.Occupational exposure limitsLimits for iron and zinc oxides are 5g/m≥ (8hours TWA) and 10mg/m≤ (10 minutes TWA).(OE recommendation)

Summary of protective measuresWear adequate gloves and protective clothingand safety goggles.Ensure adequate ventilation and use personalprotective equipment.Follow instructions for safe handling, use,disposal and control of cartridges issued byequipment supplier.Ensure adequate ventilation and / or usepersonal respiratory protective equipment.Use appropriate ear defenders or earplugs.Installation of deep decksPlease contact the ComFlor® Technical Hotlinefor special health and safety considerationsregarding installation of deep decks.General safety pointsFollow the good practice outlined here and inSCI publications.• Always fix deck securely before using as a

working platform.• Steel end diaphragms, as manufactured by

Tata Steel Panels and Profiles, are essentialfor both deep deck systems to ensure thestructural integrity of the deck.

• Rigorously employ all personal safetymeasures such as hard hats, protectiveclothing.

• Rigorously employ all site safety measuressuch as safety lines, edge protection,properly tied ladders.

• Don’t leave any unfixed decking sheets.• Don’t heap concrete or drop from any

height.• Don’t put heavy loads on unprotected

deck.• Don’t place props on uncured concrete.• Don’t cut holes/voids in the deck prior to

concreting.

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West Cheshire CollegeComFlor® 80 Case Study

ComFlor® Case studies

Ellesmere Port Campusand Chester CampusWest Cheshire College prides itself on itsstandards of teaching and the courses itprovides. In order to enhance the learningexperience offered, it has committed tobuilding two new high-quality campuses.Featuring ComFlor® composite floor deckingand RoofDek Structural Roof Decking, thenew facilities will improve vocationalopportunities for young people and extendthe range of opportunities for adults todevelop skills.

The Ellesmere Port Campus involves theconstruction of a 19,500m2 new build art,design and media, hospitality and cateringand hairdressing and beauty block. Running inparallel, the Chester Campus constructionprogramme consists of a 6,000m2 state-of-the-art science and technology teaching facility.The main focus of both campuses is aninternal project court where vocationalstudents of different trades are able to workalongside one another in building a house,within the project court itself.

As part of the new build programme, 11,000m2 of ComFlor® 80 composite floordecking was specified for both campuses.Alongside this, 2,300m2 of its D135 structuralmetal roof decking was specified.

ComFlor® 80 is a shallow composite profilewith an unpropped spanning capability of 5.0metres. Supported, spans of over 6.0 metrescan be achieved.

In the case of the campuses at West CheshireCollege, the large spans achieved haveresulted in less structural steel being required,providing cost-effectiveness.

By offering a comprehensive range of steelcomposite floor and roof decking systems,Tata Steel were in the unique position of beingable to meet all of the roofing and flooringrequirements for the College project. Thecomposite systems also benefit from the useof prefabricated components that can berapidly installed, enabling constructionprogramme predictability that will ultimatelyallow the College to benefit from quickeroccupation.


TechnoviumComFlor® Active Case StudyTechnovium, Nijmegen, HollandTechnovium is a new, state of the arttechnical training facility, aiming to createnew standards of excellence andcompetitiveness in the Nijmegen region ofHolland. This ambitious project features over4,000m2 of ComFlor® 80 Active compositefloor decking, providing active heating andcooling to the building.

As the drive to deliver sustainable buildingsintensifies, innovative products which reducethe environmental impact of a building arecoming to the fore. ComFlor® Activeexemplifies this new approach. It facilitatestruly sustainable control of room temperaturein new buildings without heavy reliance oncarbon intensive fuels.

It permits circulation of cool or warm waterthrough a network of waterpipes embeddedinto the concrete to thermally activate thefloor. This method provides highly effectivecooling for office buildings and similar heatingbenefits in residential structures.

In both cases, the low temperature differentialbetween the room temperature and thecirculated water allows the use of low carbontechnologies, rather than traditional carbonintensive heaters or chillers, to supply water atthe required temperature. The low watertemperature also reduces heat losses from theintermediate pipework and increases thesystem’s overall efficiency.

Thermally activated traditional concrete slabfloors provide a high comfort level, reduce theneed for radiators and provide a self-regulating, energy efficient system offeringcooling and heating in a single package.ComFlor® Active offers all these advantages,with some key extra features.

Benefits include a large radiant surface tomaximise output and optional Colorcoat FD® 25pre-finished steel to further improveperformance and offer an aestheticallyappealing finish.

The system also enables ceilings that permitair circulation to be incorporated in the designand uses less pipework, giving a fasterresponse time and allowing a smaller back-upHVAC system to be installed.

Union Square, AberdeenUnion Square in Aberdeen is an exciting£250 million retail-led regeneration project,housing more than 60 shops, 12 restaurants,a hotel and a 10-screen 2,300 seat cinema.

Its 200,000 sq. ft. car park, with spaces for1,700 vehicles, features 40,000m2 ofComFlor® 80 composite floor decking, toensure the structure could withstand aheavy vehicle flow.

As part of the new build programme, TataSteel specified 40,000m2 of its ComFlor® 80with Colorcoat FD® 25. ComFlor® 80 is ashallow composite floor profile that can createtypical unpropped spans of 4.2m simplysupported and, in the continuous condition,spans of 5.0m can be achieved. This results inless structural steel being required and has theadded benefit of providing significant savingsto the overall construction cost.

The ComFlor® 80 soffit is pre-finished withColorcoat FD® 25 in white, eliminating theneed for costly post-painting, and creating anaesthetically appealing uniform finish whichhas allowed the soffit to be used as a featureof the car park. The performance of theColorcoat FD® 25 soffit on this project isguaranteed for 10 years.

Manufactured from high-grade S450 steel,ComFlor® 80 is a lightweight yet strongcomposite decking system that is able tocreate large, clear open floor spaces, withminimum floor to floor heights. The systemhas been designed to enable the weldedshear stud connectors to be placed at thecentre part of the trough deck.

The inherent strength and excellent long spancapability of ComFlor® 80’s enables thecreation of column free spaces. In the case ofUnion Square, this enabled large areas ofcomposite decking to be rapidly craned intoposition, with 400m2 being laid by one teamin one day.

With minimal mesh reinforcement andpumped concrete required, ComFlor® 80enabled the floor structure to be quickly andevenly laid, allowing the project to becompleted within the required timescales,bringing overall savings in terms of cost andtime.

The ComFlor® 80 composite floor deckingsystem was specified with Colorcoat FD® 25pre-finished steel providing improvedappearance and durability of the soffit andavailable in a range of structural steels to suitthe required strength and performance of thebuilding.

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Union SquareComFlor® with Colorcoat FD® 25 Case Study

ComFlor® Case studies

The Grand PierComFlor® 60 Case Study


Grand Pier, Weston-Super-MareWeston-Super-Mare’s main tourist attraction,the iconic Grand Pier, has risen like aphoenix from the ashes of a fire thatcompletely destroyed it in 2008. A stunningnew pier has been constructed to up to theminute standards, featuring 4,200m2 ofComFlor® 60 composite floor decking.

Completely rebuilt, the Grand Pier, Weston-Super-Mare is an impressive and iconic newmulti floor structure, offering World Class ridesand attractions, function rooms, conferencing,entertainment and event space, all in onewaterproof arena.

The new Pier has been constructed to up-to-the-minute standards, achieving a one-hourfire rating. It represents a major upgrade overthe predominantly timber structure destroyedby the fire in 2008. The brainchild of AngusMeek Architects of Bristol, Grand Pier DesignCompetition winners, the new building isextremely distinctive, with Art Deco accentsthat hint at the Pier's long history.

In order to get the Pier re-opened as soon aspossible, it was decided that the steel frameand floor decking would be simultaneouslyinstalled. This presented an exactingchallenge.

ComFlor® 60 composite floor decking systemwas selected for the project. ComFlor® 60offers the ultimate in lightweight steeldecking for all multi-rise buildings. Itcombines exceptional spanning capabilitieswith reduced concrete usage to provide acost-effective and attractive floor solutionthat’s easy to install.

The installation of 4200m2 of ComFlor® 60 onthe first, second and third floors was madeeven more demanding as it all took placenearly 300 metres out to sea in the middle ofwinter.

Wind, changing tide and even snow all servedto create potential delays. Extreme coldweather meant that it was only possible topour concrete when the temperature roseover four degrees celsius.

One of the unique aspects of the project wasgetting the materials out to the pier itself.They were ferried out to the Pier on a floatingbarge with a crane that went in and out withthe tide.

Bundles of ComFlor® 60 decking were liftedfrom a compound on the side of the pier, thenlifted onto the pier itself. They were finallytransported to their destination via trolleys ona walkway. Sheets were then lifted intoposition on the steel frame as it was built,ready to accept the reinforcing and concrete.

Even the pumping of concrete wasnoteworthy. It had to be pumped 300 metresout to sea and to a maximum height of 15metres.

In spite of the challenges, floor decking workwas completed about two weeks ahead of thescheduled build programme. This did includesome overnight work, when pouring theconcrete at the right temperature.

The key aspect was the speed of build withComFlor® 60. It was very fast to install.Simultaneously constructing the steel frameand floor decking probably saved months.

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