Project Background

With the advent of Industry 4.0, large-scale industrial plants demand building materials that meet high-strength, large-span structural requirements while prioritizing energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and construction speed. Color steel (pre-coated galvanized steel) has emerged as the material of choice for modern industrial facilities, thanks to its lightweight properties, corrosion resistance, ease of installation, and customization capabilities.

Key Applications of Color Steel

1. Large-Span Roofing and Wall Systems

Color steel sandwich panels, used as the primary envelope material, enable large-span, column-free designs due to their lightweight and high-strength properties, maximizing interior space utilization. Their superior thermal insulation significantly reduces energy consumption, making them ideal for temperature- and humidity-controlled production environments.

2. Rapid Installation and Modular Construction
Prefabricated modular designs allow for quick on-site assembly, reducing construction timelines by over 50% compared to traditional materials. For instance, a 100,000-square-meter roofing project for an automotive plant was completed in just 30 days using color steel systems.

3. Weather Resistance and Low Maintenance
High-performance polyester or fluorocarbon coatings on color steel provide exceptional resistance to UV rays, acid rain, and extreme temperature fluctuations, ensuring a service life of over 20 years. Self-cleaning properties further reduce maintenance costs, making it ideal for harsh industrial environments like chemical and metallurgical plants.

4. Environmental Sustainability
Color steel is 100% recyclable, with low carbon emissions during production, aligning with green building standards. A new energy battery factory achieved LEED Gold certification by utilizing color steel for its roofing and walls.

Case Study

Project Name: New Energy Vehicle Manufacturing Base

Building Area: 150,000 square meters

Material Usage: Approximately 80,000 square meters of color steel sandwich panels (roofing and walls)

Construction Timeline: 45 days for main envelope completion

Energy Efficiency: 30% improvement in thermal insulation, saving approximately 1.2 million RMB annually in electricity costs

Conclusion

The application of color steel in large-scale industrial plants not only enhances construction efficiency and functionality but also supports industrial development in a sustainable manner. As technology continues to evolve, color steel will demonstrate its exceptional value in even more fields.