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Steel structures exhibit excellent mechanical properties, strong capacity to withstand dynamic loads, and superior seismic performance. These characteristics enable their full utilization in construction, with wide applications in high-rise buildings, large-span public structures, and industrial plants. Grid steel structures further demonstrate unique material advantages that allow creation of novel architectural forms and special effects unachievable with traditional masonry structures.

As green, resource-efficient buildings embodying circular economy principles, steel structures:

• Promote sustainable construction practices
• Facilitate use of energy-saving materials
• Align with energy conservation and environmental protection principles
• Support development of a resource-efficient society

Key Advantages of Grid Steel Structures:

1. Environmental Protection
• Significantly reduces concrete and brick usage
• Minimizes quarrying and mining activities around urban areas
• Decreases ecological disruption
2. Construction Efficiency
• Enables dry construction processes requiring minimal water
• Requires smaller construction footprint
• Generates less noise and dust pollution
3. Lifecycle Sustainability
• Produces minimal solid waste during demolition
• High-value steel scrap recycling (90%+ recovery rate)
• Superior durability with proper maintenance
4. Structural & Geotechnical Benefits
• Reduced self-weight decreases foundation excavation needs
• Preserves precious land resources
• Material uniformity approaching isotropic homogeneity
• High strength-to-density ratio (1/3 of concrete, 1/5 of masonry)
• Enables innovative long-span and tall structural designs