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Archive for February, 2009
Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
When you think of environmentally friendly, steel is probably not the first material that comes to mind. But you should reframe the way you think about steel buildings. Look at the following ways steel buildings are going green.
Recyclable and Reusable
Steel is a durable product when in service, but when it is no longer in use, it can easily be reclaimed for use in another product or recycled into another steel product for further use.
The design of some steel truss buildings can also easily accommodate remodeling/retrofitting at a later date with minimum waste. This extends the sustainable life of the structure through rebirth or repurposing. With steel, the cradle-to-grave cycle can be avoided. (more…)
Tags: Conventional Wood, Interior Finishes, Light Weight Material, Maintenance Steel, Steel Buildings, Steel Components, Steel Truss
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
If you operate a dog kennel, you are probably wondering if you can utilize a steel building in order to expand the business. The truth is that you can. Many businesses that house dogs are using steel buildings to ensure that the dogs are in a warm and secure place. It is very important that the dogs are as comfortable as possible, which is crucial to the operation of the kennel. It is also important that the quarters stay clean so that the dogs stay healthy.
By providing a healthy environment for the dogs, they will be less distraught that their owner has had to leave them there. Many owners must leave their dogs at kennels while they are on vacation or are traveling on business. As a result, dogs can become upset, but having a nice kennel will keep the dog’s stress level to a minimum. (more…)
Tags: Dog Kennel, Heat Pumps, House Dogs, Temperature Control, Using Steel, Wooden Floors
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
Believe it or not, a well-designed steel building is a very smart investment, especially when you want to protect yourself and your valuables from harsh weather. Besides being more cost effective and easier to build than conventional buildings, steel buildings are sturdier and built to last.
In fact, quality steel buildings even beat most conventional buildings when it comes to withstanding the elements. (more…)
Tags: Buildings Steel, Harsh Weather, Huff And Puff, Hurricane Force Winds, Structural Failure, Web Steel
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
Amy Nutt asked:
We all know that the summer months are getting even hotter and we will do almost anything to stay cool. The last thing that we need is to be inside a steel building where the temperature can become considerably hotter than the temperature outside.
With temperatures sometimes exceeding the 90s or even the 100 degree mark, it is important to keep steel buildings cool, especially when people may be working inside or even living in a steel building that has been converted into a residential home. (more…)
Tags: Air Conditioning System, Degree Mark, Roofs, S Rays, Steel Buildings, Sunlight
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
Linda Falorio asked:
In today’s economy, we are all looking for the best way to take care of business in the most cost effective way.
When faced with the need to spend their congregation’s money well, to keep design and construction costs within budget and maintenance costs low, many churches look to pre-engineered steel buildings as an attractive alternative to more conventional stone, brick or wood construction. (more…)
Tags: Advanced Technology, Ceilings, Design And Construction, Maintenance Costs, New Worship, School Bible
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
 Amy Nutt asked:
So you are in need of a building to place on your property and you are torn over whether or not to go for building a wood building or whether you should invest in a steel building. This can be a very good question since this is a large investment and you want it to last for a very long time. You aren’t sure which of the two are stronger, which will be easier to maintain, or which will be more practical. You are not wrong for asking these questions because it is your money and you certainly want something that will last at least through your lifetime or even longer.
A little research will show that the use of steel in construction has grown phenomenally in recent years. Yes, steel has been used for a very long time in the construction industry, but the true practicality of it has just been realized. Wood was once the material of choice for erecting structures, but that was when logging and such land stripping activities were not such a problem. Now we end up with imitation woods and acquiring real wood is considerably more expensive. The environmental factor is one reason why many are steering clear of using wood and moving toward the affordability of steel . (more…)
Tags: Construction Industry, Good Question, Practicality, Steel Buildings, Wood Buildings, Wood Structure
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
While you might be excited about the prospect of having your own steel building, there are plenty of other details that you may have overlooked. When you’re building anything, you will want to consider certain questions in order to achieve your desired results. There’s an old saying that a carpenter ‘measures twice, but only cuts once,’ and you should follow that sage advice.
What do you want to build? There are dozens and dozens of steel buildings that you could build, but what are you going to use the space for? If you have a certain idea in mind, you will want to start considering what you will be doing in that space as well as what you need to do it right. You might want to talk with steel building suppliers to tell them what you have been considering and what that might entail. With all of their experience, many steel building contractors can give you suggestions as to what might work out best. (more…)
Tags: Colorado Residents, Own Steel, Steel Building, Steel Buildings, Storefront, Weather Conditions
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
One of the best things about building for yourself is the fact that you can design anything, any shape that you want. However, not all building materials are as flexible or as varied as the ideas in your head. But steel is. With steel buildings, you can create a number of shapes and designs without any trouble and usually without excessive engineering needed. All you need is an idea of what you want, and steel building suppliers have probably already thought of it.
There are many different kinds of steel buildings that are available: (more…)
Tags: Different Kinds, Floor Space, Personal Needs, Square Feet, Steel Building, Steel Buildings
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Monday, February 16th, 2009
Mike asked:
The rising trend
Increased population, expanded businesses, advanced technological processes leading to an insatiable demand for quality, attractive and low-maintenance cost buildings have made the world extol and accept the steel building industry. Building steel buildings – from concert halls to hospitals to schools to churches – is the new trend in today’s day and age. (more…)
Tags: Building Material, Concert Halls, Constructions, Machine Construction, Maintenance Cost, New Trend
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Monday, February 16th, 2009
Mali Lind asked:
How your office building, home, or general space looks to you is very important, but you don’t just want a pretty shell with nothing on the inside and vice versa. You want the best of both worlds and a steel building can give you both. (more…)
Tags: Desire, Doors Windows, Limited, Options and Customization, Solar Panels, Solar Roofing
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