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United States, Upper Macungie Township – Structural Innovation, Hybrid Construction, Community Infrastructure

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Project Overview

A significant architectural achievement combining timber and steel in portal frame construction spans 280ft (85m) over a soccer court at the Community Lifestyle Center, demonstrating innovative hybrid structural engineering.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Detail
Span Length	280ft (85m)
Structure Type	Timber-Steel Portal Frames
Assembly Method	3-segment preassembly
Primary Use	Soccer Court Coverage
Material Integration	Hybrid Glulam-Steel
Installation Phase	In Progress

Structural Components

Element	Material	Function
Top Chords	Glulam	Compression
Bottom Chords	Steel	Tension
Struts	Glulam	Compression
Web Members	Steel	Tension
Gable Walls	Glulam/Steel	Lateral Support
Bracing	Light Steel	Tension System

Technical Innovation

The design features:
. Material optimization
. Load distribution efficiency
. Structural hybridization
. Assembly optimization
. Installation efficiency
. Performance enhancement

Construction Benefits

Key advantages include:
. Rapid installation
. Optimized material use
. Enhanced aesthetics
. Structural efficiency
. Environmental sustainability
. Cost effectiveness

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