| Trade Term: | CIF |
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| Payment Terms: | Paypal |
| Place of Origin: | Jiangsu, China (Mainland) |
| Means of Transport: | Ocean |
| Production Capacity: | 60,000 tons |
| Delivery Date: | 7-15 days |
| Structure Type: | Modular steel space frame system |
| Application: | Toll stations, toll plazas, highway checkpoints | Span Range: | Fully customizable large-span design |
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| Material Grade: | High-strength structural steel | Surface Treatment: | Epoxy zinc-rich primer or customized coating |
| Roof Compatibility: | Metal roof sheet / membrane / sandwich panel | Assembly Method: | High-altitude assembly, block lifting, or sliding method |
| Design Standard: | International & regional structural codes | Anti-Corrosion Level: | Long-service industrial protective coating |
| Service Life: | 50-year structural lifespan |
Lightweight large-span steel space frame for toll station roofing
Fast, modular prefabrication lowers onsite installation time
High wind, snow, and seismic resistance for long-term operation
Corrosion-resistant coating ensures 50-year structural durability
Customizable span, height, grid type, and aesthetic requirements

The prefabricated steel space frame roof for toll stations is an advanced structural system engineered to provide maximum durability, long-span coverage, and modern aesthetics for highway toll plazas and toll booth areas. Designed especially for high-traffic environments, this toll station space frame integrates high-strength steel members, precision-designed node connectors, and modular installation methods to create a roof system that is both visually distinctive and structurally efficient. As highways continue to modernize, the demand for customized space frame engineering has increased rapidly due to its lightweight nature, fast installation, and superior resistance to wind, snow, and temperature variations.
This solution is widely applied in toll gates, toll plazas, highway checkpoints, expressway entry and exit stations, and transportation hubs that require a combination of architectural beauty and engineering reliability. The lightweight configuration reduces the load on foundations while enabling large spans without internal columns, ensuring unobstructed vehicle movement and enhancing operational efficiency. Whether for new construction or renovation of existing toll stations, the steel space frame for toll gate roofs provides the performance required by modern infrastructure.
Engineered with structural steel grades such as Q235B or equivalent international standards, the system offers excellent robustness and toughness, making it suitable for diverse geographical environments. Combined with epoxy zinc-rich primer or advanced anti-corrosion systems, the roof maintains long-lasting protection even in coastal or high-humidity regions. Each project is custom-designed, enabling the optimization of span, rise, grid type, member size, and architectural form. The flexibility of the structure allows adaptation to multiple roof layouts, including tri-circular arch shells, pyramid grids, curved canopies, and multi-bay plaza configurations.
One of the major advantages of this prefabricated space frame structure is its installation method. Most components are manufactured with high precision in the factory, ensuring quality control and reducing onsite workload. The modules can be assembled using high-altitude assembly, block lifting, or the sliding method, depending on site conditions. These options significantly shorten construction schedules and minimize disruption to toll operations. The bolted ball-node system ensures reliable connections and high structural accuracy, while also making maintenance and future expansion easier.
From a performance standpoint, the steel roof space frame is engineered to resist heavy wind pressure, snow loads, and dynamic forces caused by passing vehicles. The allowable deflection and stress ratios comply with strict international design codes, ensuring stable long-term operation. Its modularity also allows integration with various roofing materials, lighting fixtures, drainage channels, and signage systems commonly required for toll booths. Safety, durability, and aesthetics work together to deliver a high-quality canopy solution.
In addition to mechanical performance, the system provides strong visual impact. The clean lines of the steel grid, combined with customizable colors and roof shapes, enhance the architectural identity of the toll station, giving it a modern and professional appearance. This is particularly valuable for national expressways and large transportation projects where branding, visibility, and user experience are essential.
Whether the project requires a compact toll booth canopy or a massive multi-lane toll plaza roof, this toll plaza space frame design offers unmatched flexibility and engineering reliability. As a long-term infrastructure solution with a design service life of 50 years or more, it represents a cost-effective investment for governments, operators, and construction contractors seeking high-performance structural systems. With full customization options and strict adherence to international standards, it is one of the most trusted solutions for modern highway tolling facilities.
Technical Specification Sheet
| Category | Parameter | Unit | Typical Value / Example | Description |
| Basic Information | Product Model | ton | Steel Tube | Example model (ProX Series) |
| Product Name | – | Space Frame Truss | Spatial steel space-frame | |
| Brand | – | Yihong Space Frame | Manufacturer brand | |
| Geometric Parameters | Total Length | Customizable | Defined by detailed design | Optimized for transport & erection |
| Single Module Length | Customizable | 1 module | Length of each prefabricated unit | |
| Height (Structural Depth) | – | 31.2–40 (rise) | Maximum crown height / truss depth | |
| Grid System | – | Tri-circular arch shell / Square pyramid shell | Node & member arrangement pattern | |
| Span | m | 96–120 | Customizable covering capability | |
| Material Parameters | Material | – | Q235B / Q33B Steel | Standard structural steel grades |
| Section Shape | – | Circular hollow section | For space-frame members | |
| Section Size | mm | φ50×2 | Diameter × wall thickness | |
| Surface Coating | – | Epoxy zinc-rich primer / Anodizing | Anti-corrosion protection | |
| Mechanical Performance | Self-Weight | kg/m | 5.5 | Member weight per unit length |
| Max Load Capacity | kN/m² | 3.5 | Uniform load-bearing capacity | |
| Allowable Deflection | mm | L/200 | Standard design limit | |
| Wind Resistance | m/s | ≤30 | Maximum design wind speed | |
| Connections & Nodes | Node Type | – | Bolt-ball joints | Standard bolted connection |
| Interface Type | – | Conical connector | Universal compatible interface | |
| Installation & Logistics | Installation Method | – | High-altitude assembly / Block-by-block / Sliding method | Sliding method preferred for long spans |
| Module Weight | kg/m² | 30–50 | Includes steel frame + roofing | |
| Snow Load | Design Basis | – | GB50583-2020, 50-year return value | Local code-based load value |
| Design Standards | Applicable Codes | – | GB50583-2020; JGJ7-2010; 07SG531 | Mandatory structural design standards |
| Coating | Protection System | – | Epoxy zinc-rich primer | Standard steel anti-corrosion treatment |
| Roof Load | – | kN/m² | 0.35 | Typical lightweight roofing load |
| Other Parameters | Design Service Life | years | 50 | Expected structural lifespan |
| Certifications | – | CE / ISO9001 | International compliance | |
| Remarks | – | Custom colors available | Customization supported |
Category: Toll Station Space Frame
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