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Floor Framing Structural Design

Floor framing is designed for strength (to avoid collapse) and serviceability (to avoid sagging, bouncing underfoot).

It consists of bearers (main beams) and joists (closely spaced members which support the flooring), and should be able to withstand the permanent ‘dead’ load of the structure above and applied ‘live’ loads such as foot traffic.

Our floor framing structural design service includes:

  • Reviewing architectural plans and project information
  • Drafting floor framing layout
  • Engineered design of floor framing, taking into account loads and materials (e.g. tiled or timber decking)
  • Connection details (as required)
  • A design report approved by a registered professional engineer
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When is it required?

A specifically tailored floor framing design is vital for two storey or multi-level construction, as well as for sloping sites when building on stumps. The design must include the right materials and components that take into account all the relevant factors, with a holistic approach to the structure — not just the floor in isolation.

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What's included?

Our structural team compiles your PDF report under the supervision of a registered professional engineer. The design details typically include:

  • Joist sizing and spacing
  • Bearer sizing
  • Void trimmer sizing
  • Connection details
  • Supporting structure (where applicable)

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With over 30 years’ design experience across thousands of Australian builds, we’re trusted by hundreds of builders across Australia.

Full service

You can enjoy a smoother, more efficient process by also using us for your geotechnical, foundation, and hydraulic engineering needs, as well as for soil testing and inspections.

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From order placement through to job completion, STA makes it easy for you to track the status of your project.

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One engineer for all your needs

Every building project is different, requiring a combination of engineering disciplines. From bottom to top, our engineers can work on soil testing and foundations, all the way up to frame and roof truss design and even inspections. We believe these shouldn’t be thought of as separate, unrelated services.

Whether you’re renovating, extending, building a brand new home, or putting in a pool, you can gain significant benefits from understanding (in advance) the full range of engineering services you might need — and from using the same engineer for all these services.
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Key advantages of integrated services

STA is a one-stop engineer with a service range that delivers three key advantages:

  • Save time and money

Pre-planning your engineering needs means you won’t have to keep re-booking an engineer when you need a particular service. It creates efficiencies that cut service times and save you money by pulling together the services you’ll need, at a lower overall price.

  • Enjoy engineering continuity

With all your engineering done by a single organisation, your consultants tap into a deeper knowledge of the site and the project, which leads to high quality outcomes, with more opportunities for innovative solutions.

  • Less risk, more reliability

While STA always takes legal responsibility for its engineering designs, an up-front engineering services package makes it easier to trust our work with a strong mutual commitment, and reduced risk of potential interruption or delay.

How it works

Engineering consideration – We help you think about your project in engineering terms. What specific services might you need?
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Packaged plan – We develop a plan that packages up all the engineering services you need for your individual home or build project.
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Prescheduled services – With each service pre-scheduled, we can work more closely with you over the life of the project.
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