Is a steel structure or a concrete structure better for the framework of a distillation tower?
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Distillation towers are generally quite tall, and the issue of corrosion protection for their frames has always been a challenge. When steel structures are used, the annual costs associated with corrosion prevention are high; tasks such as rust removal, grinding, and painting are also difficult to carry out. It’s unclear whether it would be more cost-effective to use concrete structures for the tower frames
We have something similar here, and I’ve come to ask for advice.
As long as it does not affect the construction schedule, concrete is a better choice
Concrete structures can encounter many problems during installation, such as the fixing of equipment, the securing of circulating water pipes and stairs, as well as handrails. What is generally the service life of concrete structures?
Indeed, as the original poster said, the maintenance costs for concrete frames are low； But the construction period is long ； Additionally, there is no issue with fixing the pipes attached to the tower (using embedded parts).