Star Building Systems continues to lead the way in construction innovation with their cutting-edge solution designed for projects requiring expansive open interior spaces: the acclaimed Long Bay® System (LBS). By merging architectural excellence with functionality, the Long Bay System delivers uninterrupted spaces and unparalleled design flexibility. 

Star’s Long Bay System integrates seamlessly with tilt-wall construction, a revolutionary method for designing and erecting large-scale buildings. Together, these solutions redefine efficiency, cost savings, and design freedom in the construction industry. 

Key Highlights:  

• Advanced: Long Bay® System (LBS) delivers spacious interiors with creative design via open web framing. 

• Tilt-Wall Synergy: Boosts speed, savings, and strength for big projects like factories. 

• Streamlined: Bolted connections and screws reduce effort, duration, and enhance safety. 

• Details: 40’-60’ spans, lightweight steel, fits multiple roof types, surpasses joists. 

• Perks: Cost-effective, minimal supports, simple setup, ideal for stores and hubs. 

Exploring the Long Bay System 

The Long Bay System by Star Building Systems utilizes an open web truss secondary framing. This innovative design provides strong roof support while significantly reducing the time required for installing mechanical and electrical systems. Its compatibility with a wide range of wall and roofing systems expands the possibilities for construction design. From manufacturing facilities to large retail spaces, the Long Bay System has proven its versatility and effectiveness. 

In an industry filled with challenges, Star’s integrated approach to design, fabrication, and scheduling ensures a smooth and consistent building process with the Long Bay System. 

One standout feature of the LBS is its preference for bolting purlins to the rafter instead of welding. This method reduces horizontal bridging requirements by 50% compared to bar joists. Additionally, the use of self-drilling screws for horizontal bridging enhances efficiency. The bolting technique allows for ground assembly, enabling sections to be lifted into place during installation. This approach saves labor, accelerates project timelines, and improves on-site safety. 

With bay sizes ranging from 40’ to 60’, the Long Bay System is lighter and more rigid than traditional bar joists. It integrates seamlessly with load-bearing masonry or tilt-wall constructions, ensuring faster, more precise installations. The result is a structure that is easy to handle, move, and erect, without issues like warping or sweeping. 

How the Long Bay System Works with Tilt-Wall Construction 

A key advantage of the Long Bay System is its seamless integration with tilt-wall construction, where concrete wall panels are cast on-site and lifted into place to form the building’s exterior walls. This combination offers several benefits: 

• Speed and Precision: The Long Bay System’s compatibility with tilt-up walls ensures faster and more accurate installations, reducing total project timelines. 

• Cost Efficiency: By combining the lightweight, rigid design of the Long Bay System with the cost-effectiveness of tilt-wall construction, builders can achieve savings on materials and labor. 

• Design Flexibility: The system’s integration with tilt-up walls allows for creative architectural designs while maintaining structural integrity. 

• Durability: The Long Bay System and tilt-up walls are known for their strength and longevity, making them ideal for high-performance buildings. 

This synergy between the Long Bay System and tilt-wall construction is particularly advantageous for large-scale projects like warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers, where speed, cost-efficiency, and durability are critical. 

Key Features of Star’s Long Bay System 

• Dimensions: Available in bays ranging from 40’ to 60’. 

• Attachments: Features bolted end seat attachments for enhanced stability. 

• Structure: Offers a stable clip attachment and outperforms traditional bar joists in rigidity and weight. 

• Material: Made from high-quality light-gauge cold-rolled steel with a 4″ chord width and a 5″ seat depth. 

• Roofing Compatibility: Compatible with various roofing systems, including standing seam metal roofs, B Deck, Built-Up, Single-Ply, and Multi-Ply roofing. 

• Ease of Installation: Panels are attached using self-drilling screws, eliminating the need for on-site welding. Sections can be assembled on the ground and lifted into place, improving safety and reducing labor costs. 

Advantages of Adopting Star’s Long Bay System 

• Cost Savings: Reduced foundational costs and streamlined erection processes lead to significant savings. 

• Architectural Freedom: Minimized footings and internal columns, along with compatibility with diverse wall and roofing systems, provide greater design flexibility. 

• User-Friendly: Designed for easy handling, movement, and erection, without issues like warping or sweep. 

• Construction Method: Panels are attached using self-drilling screws and bolted to the mainframe, eliminating the need for on-site welding. 

• Versatility: Ideal for manufacturing facilities, warehouses, distribution centers, and large retail spaces. 

• Installation Efficiency: Integrates seamlessly with load-bearing masonry or tilt-wall constructions, ensuring faster, more precise installations. 

• Long Bay System by Star: A Benchmark in Open Space Designs 

The Long Bay System from Star Building Systems exemplifies the perfect blend of innovation and practicality. It is a groundbreaking solution, ideal for complex open-concept designs. Trusted by industry leaders, the Long Bay System® sets new standards in steel building design. 

For an in-depth understanding, we recommend downloading our comprehensive Long Bay® brochure or visiting our dedicated webpage.