A slab is a thick, flat, horizontal component of a building or structure that is supported by walls, columns, or other types of vertical supports. It is used for flooring, roofs, and ceilings.
A beam is a long, horizontal component that is designed to support weight, much like a slab, but with a narrower width than a slab. Beams are typically made of steel, wood, or reinforced concrete and are used to transfer loads from one point to another within a building or structure.
A beam and slab system combines the characteristics of both beams and slabs. It consists of a series of parallel beams that span between columns or walls, with a slab or deck placed on top of the beams to create a floor or roof system. This type of system is commonly used in buildings with large spans and heavy loads, such as warehouses, schools, and industrial plants.
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