Advantages and Limitations:

Advantages:

(a) It has lesser dead weight due to small thickness.

(b) It is simple in construction.

(c) It has high tensile strength.

(d) It has non-corrosive nature.

(e) It is easy to repair.

(f) It is appropriate for special structures like shells, hanging roofs, silos, water tanks and pipelines.

Limitations:

(a) Skilled labours are required.

(b) Strict quality control is required.

(c) Proper pre-fabrication methods are required.