Forged one way:
- Description: Unidirectional flooring is a slab system that distributes loads primarily in one direction, usually along the joists.
- Functioning: The joists are the main ones responsible for supporting the load and transmitting it to the supporting columns or walls.
- Applications: It is commonly used in buildings where the distribution of loads is predominantly in one direction, such as in buildings with a layout elongated
Bidirectional Forging:
- Description: The bidirectional slab distributes the loads in both longitudinal and transverse directions.
- Functioning: It is characterized by having ribs that intersect, allowing a more equitable distribution of loads in both directions.
- Applications: It is suitable for structures with a more uniform load distribution or in areas with large spans between supports.
Forging of Joists and Vaults:
- Description: This system consists of prefabricated reinforced concrete joists placed longitudinally and vaults of clay or light material between them.
- Functioning: The joists transmit the loads to the supports, while the vaults fill the space between joists, offering a uniform work surface.
- Applications: It is commonly used in low-rise residential constructions due to its simplicity of execution and low cost.
Reticular Forging:
- Description: The reticular slab consists of a slab composed of ribs that intersect forming a grid.
- Functioning: The ribs distribute the loads to the supports, providing high strength and structural rigidity.
- Applications: It is suitable for buildings that require great strength and rigidity, such as high-rise buildings or buildings with concentrated loads.
Reinforced Concrete Slab:
- Description: This type of flooring uses a concrete slab reinforced with metal reinforcement to resist loads.
- Functioning: The reinforcement provides tensile strength to the concrete, increasing its load capacity and preventing cracking.
- Applications: It is widely used in all types of buildings due to its versatility, resistance and durability.
Collaborative Sheet Forging:
- Description: It consists of a reinforced concrete slab that has collaborating metal sheets on its upper part.
- Functioning: The metal sheets collaborate with the concrete to resist the loads during construction and subsequently act as reinforcement for the slab.
- Applications: It is used in buildings where rapid execution of the floor and a high load capacity is required, such as in industrial or commercial buildings.