Type B Metal Deck for Florida Transit and Rail Stations
1.5" Type B deck suits rail and transit station canopies, platform shelters, bus transfer roofs and station buildings in Florida, where purlins or joists fall within its spans. Station canopies are open structures, so the deck sees weather on both faces. G90 galvanized and an engineered uplift attachment are typical. We supply Type B, purlins and accessories from one takeoff.
Why stations are different
- Two-sided exposure: wind-driven rain and humidity reach the underside, so G90 is the usual coating.
- Uplift: open canopies take pressure from below as well as suction from above. The engineer sets gauge and fastening.
- Appearance: riders see the underside, so painted deck or a field topcoat is common.
- Framing: canopies often use C or Z purlins between frames, and we supply both.
Working near live tracks
Construction next to active rail runs in limited track windows. Pre-cut sheets matched to each canopy bay reduce cutting on the platform and let crews set and secure deck within the window.
Ask us for the documentation the transit agency and your permit require. Then send the canopy drawings for a takeoff and quote.
Related Questions
Is Type B deck the finished roof on a station canopy?
No. Type B is a structural deck. It carries a roof covering such as a membrane or insulation board. If the design wants the metal itself to be the weather surface, that calls for an architectural or standing seam roof panel, which is a different product.
What purlins pair with Type B on canopies?
C and Z purlins, 55 ksi, galvanized G60 or G90 to ASTM A653. C purlins come in 12 to 20 gauge and Z purlins in 12 to 18 gauge. Purlin spacing sets the deck span, so size them together with the engineer.