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इस्पात प्रवेश द्वार ढाँचा (Steel Portal Frame)

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Ispāt praveś dvār ḍhāñcā

Steel Portal Frame

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Descriptionइस्पात प्रवेश द्वार ढाँचा (Steel Portal Frame), utilizing लोहा [1] (Lohā, iron/steel), is a structural system prevalent in late 20th and 21st-century Indic architecture for large-span structures. This फ़ौलादी (Faulādī, steel) structure, often prefabricated, provides roofing for industrial buildings, community halls, and warehouses. The material, sourced from iron ore deposits across the Indian subcontinent, undergoes processing to achieve a yield strength of 250-350 MPa and a tensile strength of 400-550 MPa. Density is approximately 7.85 g/cm³ with a Young's Modulus of 200 GPa. While not traditionally found in ancient Indic heritage architecture, its modern application echoes the principles of creating large, open spaces seen in Mauryan and Gupta-era assembly halls. Conservation involves addressing corrosion, a key degradation factor. Restoration requires careful material matching to maintain structural integrity. The इस्पात प्रवेशिका संरचना (Ispāt Praveshika Sanrachna, steel entrance structure) demands regular inspection and protective coatings to ensure longevity.
Also Known As
Steel Portal Frame
Ispāt praveś dvār ḍhāñcā
Steel Portal Frame
Steel Entrance Frame
Steel Door Frame Structure
इस्पात प्रवेश द्वार ढाँचा
इस्पात का प्रवेश द्वार ढाँचा
लोहे का प्रवेश द्वार ढाँचा
फ़ौलादी प्रवेश द्वार ढाँचा
इस्पात प्रवेशिका संरचना
प्रवेश द्वार इस्पात ढाँचा
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Steel Portal Frame
Structural Steel
Prefabricated Structure
Roofing System
Corrosion
Industrial Building
Modern Architecture
Material ID
INHFMAT-328046800-20-11-25-IP
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/steel-portal-frame
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/steel-portal-frame
Total Sites1
Primary Sites1
CreatedNovember 20, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 28, 2025

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Material Types

Types
Structural Steel
Prefabricated Structure

Regions

Regions
India

Historical Context

Time Periods
Late 20th Century
21st Century

Geographic Sources

Sources
Steel Mills (India)
Fabrication Workshops

Properties

Properties
Yield Strength: 250-350 MPa
Tensile Strength: 400-550 MPa
Density: 7.85 g/cm³
Young's Modulus: 200 GPa

Common Uses

Uses
Roofing Systems for Large-Span Structures
Industrial Buildings
Community Halls
Warehouses

Related Materials

Materials
Steel
Welding Materials
Corrosion Resistant Coatings
Bolts and Fasteners

Related Styles

Styles
Modern Architecture
Industrial Architecture

Related Categories

Categories
Community Hall
Industrial Building
Warehouse

Conservation Notes

Notes
  • Susceptible to Corrosion
  • Regular Inspection for Rust and Deformation Required
  • Periodic Renewal of Protective Coatings Necessary
  • Check for Weld Integrity

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) CodesStandardSteel structures design and fabrication guidelines

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusUsageConfidence
Shree Ghanapathy Temple Wimbledon
Primary
Roof100%

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