Rammedimensjonerte

Rammedimensjonerte is a Norwegian term that translates literally to “frame‑dimensioned.” It is used primarily in Norwegian construction and civil engineering to describe structural components that are sized, or dimensioned, in accordance with the requirements of a predefined frame system. The concept underpins the design of walls, floors, roofs, and other load‑bearing elements where each member’s dimensions are coordinated to ensure that the overall frame can safely carry the imposed loads while maintaining serviceability and durability.

In practice, rammedimensjonerte elements are calculated by applying load factors, material strengths, and safety margins according to national regulations such as NBN‑R (Norwegian Building Regulations) and the International Federation for Structural Concrete standards. Engineers use these calculations to determine the optimal cross‑sectional dimensions of beams, columns, and ties, and then incorporate these dimensions into the overall structural plan. The term also appears in the context of prefabricated modular construction, where panels are cast or manufactured to precise dimensional tolerances that fit into a modular frame system on site.

Because the dimensions are precomputed for a specific frame, rammedimensjonerte components can be produced with high repeatability and quality assurance. This reduces on‑site fabrication errors, shortens construction times, and improves load distribution consistency across the entire structure. In new building projects, many Norwegian municipalities require documentation of rammedimensjonerte calculations as part of the building permit process, ensuring that each element meets the required structural criteria.