A steel building is a big budget purchase. You need to do your homework to learn about the various aspects of buying and erecting a metal building to avoid mistakes and get the building you want. You already know why you want your building to be made of steel. It’s a durable, versatile, low-maintenance structure that you will be able to use for decades.
- Jun 10 Wed 2020 15:27
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BUYING A STEEL BUILDING: TIPS TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING
A steel building is a big budget purchase. You need to do your homework to learn about the various aspects of buying and erecting a metal building to avoid mistakes and get the building you want. You already know why you want your building to be made of steel. It’s a durable, versatile, low-maintenance structure that you will be able to use for decades.
- Jun 10 Wed 2020 14:55
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7 COMMON MISTAKES MADE BY CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS ON STEEL BUILDING PROJECTS
You don’t need us to tell you how hard it can be to run a construction project or how complex a steel building project is. It’s mind-boggling the number of details you need to monitor. With so much going on, the potential for mistakes is sizable, but it’s your job to make sure the mistakes don’t happen.
- Jun 09 Tue 2020 11:36
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HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO DESIGN AND DELIVER A STEEL BUILDING?
The time it takes to design and deliver a steel building depends on a number of factors, some of which may be out of human control. From receiving your drawing and specifications to assembling and completing the building, the process is dependent on the complexity and size of building you require and the availability of materials and labor.
- Jun 09 Tue 2020 11:19
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CREATING CLIMATE CONTROLLED STEEL BUILDINGS
Aside from structures meant for human habitation, such as office buildings and homes, there are other reasons to create climate controlled steel buildings although with less stringent temperature requirements. For example, you may wish to offer climate controlled units at your self-storage facility where a temperature range from 50 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit is acceptable.
Controlling the internal climate of a steel structure is a function of an array of design elements that work together to moderate the temperature, and often the humidity, of the interior space of the building to protect the contents.
- Jun 08 Mon 2020 14:33
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10 OF THE MOST COMMON MYTHS ABOUT METAL BUILDINGS
Over the years several myths have come to be told about metal buildings. Each one has a “truthy” sound to it but, in truth, none has a basis in fact. Most of these myths grew out of what people thought they knew about metal or remembered from high school physics.
- Jun 08 Mon 2020 14:15
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THE MOST COMMON METAL BUILDING ERECTION MISTAKES
Erecting a metal building is a significant undertaking. You have invested in a site, purchased the steel building system, and hired people to assemble it. What you don’t need are mistakes.
- Jun 05 Fri 2020 16:54
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WHY THE KIND OF STEEL YOU CHOOSE MATTERS
Steel is the best construction material there is, but you don’t want just any steel. You want high-quality, durable steel from a reputable steel building manufacturer. Everything matters from the gauge of the steel to the warranties and certifications of the supplier.
- Jun 05 Fri 2020 16:31
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HOW TO SELECT THE RIGHT BASE CONDITIONS FOR YOUR STEEL BUILDING
If the vertical sheeting, or wall panels, of your steel building, are not securely connected to the foundation or improperly weather-proofed, your building is vulnerable to the elements. When moisture or pests enter a structure, they can create severe damage to the metal, insulation, and other steel components.
- Jun 04 Thu 2020 15:26
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HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR STEEL BUILDING’S EXTERIOR
You purchased a steel building for its longevity and durability. You are impressed with the versatility steel provides as a construction material. Also, you liked the idea of lower maintenance costs.
- Jun 04 Thu 2020 15:26
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CUSTOMIZE YOUR STEEL BUILDING WITH METAL ACCESSORIES
Metal buildings are endlessly customizable, making them one of the most versatile types of construction available. Steel building frames are used for nearly any type of structure because of their flexibility of design. From residential construction to industry, retail, public and warehousing, you can create just the type of building you need.
Beyond the basic building system, there is a substantial number of metal building accessories available to create a unique structure that is energy efficient, comfortable and functional for any use.
- Jun 03 Wed 2020 11:53
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OPTIMIZE YOUR STEEL BUILDING WITH THE RIGHT METAL PANELS
To continue with optimizing your steel building with the right metal panels, this post will go over different types of metal panels in more detail. There is an optimal metal panel for every need and every type of steel structure from a single-family residence to a food service warehouse.
Panel selection is driven by the aesthetics of the project, including the color scheme, as well as the thermal performance of the coating and panel. Metal expands and contracts with changes in temperature. If panels are not designed to float, there is the possibility they will tear around the fasteners, begin to leak. An experienced steel building consultant and the installer will ensure you have the right panels for your particular project.
- Jun 03 Wed 2020 11:52
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WHY COLD-FORMED STEEL FRAME COMPONENTS MAKE A BETTER BUILDING
Cold-formed steel has been used in framing since approximately 1850. The Virginia Baptist Hospital, founded in 1924, was one of the earliest buildings to use cold-formed steel, not for the walls, but for the floors (it's still holding up well). Building standards for this technique were not codified until the 1930s and 40s, but once they were in place, cold-formed steel became very popular for building frames.
