We’ve returned to the archives and uncovered some photos from past mezzanine projects Material Flow has done over the years: Stromberg Catwalk Mezzanine – Auto Parts Wholesaler   Triple Deck Mezzanine – American Airlines Material Flow & Conveyor Systems, Inc. – Donald, Oregon Facility Stromberg Clear Span Mezzanine System – U.S. Government Triple Deck Mezzanine – Subaru Automotive Stromberg...

Decking provides the work surface of a mezzanine as well as providing the structural floor to carry the design load. There are three type of decking options. Solid, composite or open style. Each style has its own characteristics and features that influence performance and durability of a mezzanine floor. Selection Factors: 1. Type and magnitude of loading. A. Uniform B. Concentrated C. Dynamic 2. Types and extent of traffic. A. Foot B....

Height: Height is determined by importance of under-clearance and code restrictions. Is the distance from ground floor to the mezzanine deck surface or the mezzanine under-clearance more important? Headroom above the mezzanine deck should also be considered. Codes typically dictate minimums. Loads: What types of load will be on the deck? Relative or concentrated? Column Spacing: Will mezzanine columns be potential hazards for traffic and...

Loading requirements, column spacing, flexibility of design, deflection, seismic considerations at the project location and supporting sub-structure must be considered regardless of the type of mezzanine. Loading A uniform load is one that is spread out evenly over the deck surface. A uniform load can be  determined by dividing the total load  [live applied] load plus dead weight. (decking, framing, sprinkering, lighting etc…) by...

Mezzanines are one of the most cost effective investments a company can make. A mezzanine can double floor area, provide twice the number of “picking fronts” and offer twice the cube utilization. Another benefit of mezzanines is the cost. A typical mezzanine offers three times the space of a new building for the same amount of money. Because mezzanines aren’t stand alone structures they offer several tax benefits as well...