Field Testing of a Lightweight Relocatable Structure in a Temperate Environment.
Abstract
This report described field tests of a commercially available, off-the-shelf, lightweight relocatable structure (LRS) system selected for possible military use in a theater of operations. A panelized system manufactured by Kelly Klosure, Inc. was selected to determine the constructibility, durability, an habitability of the building system. The first stage tests were conducted in a desert environment (Fort Irwin, CA) and stage II tests were conducted in a temperate environment (Fort Leonard Wood, MO). The results of stage I tests are documented in U.S. Army Constructibility of the building varies, depending on size. The tests confirm that the 20-ft-wide X 8-ft-high buildings can be erectd manually by unskilled troop labor using only hand tools. However, for 12-ft-high structure assembled using 4-X 8-ft panels, and for 12-ftu-high structures on elevated foundation/baseplates, a creane is need to help assembled components for the erection. Elevated foundation/baseplates greatly increase construction difficulty and contra and construction times. Keywords include: Buikdings; Light weight relocatable structures; Portable shelters; Ft. Leonard Wood; Temperate regions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA155171
Entities
People
- A. M. Kao
- D. K. Mcbride
- J. S. Carr
Organizations
- Construction Engineering Research Laboratory