If you haven’t yet heard, barndominiums aren’t just the next best thing they are THE thing happening in the world of DIY house makeovers. Not familiar with this fresh, new house concept? Well, think rustic, old barn turned into an open living space with all the...
Roll up doors may not seem like a big deal. But we think they are one of the important items to consider in your new steel building kit purchase. One of the more fun parts of designing your own metal building is choosing all the components – but it can get...
Homebuilding is complicated at the best of times, but when there’s a labor and supply shortage, getting things done more expediently makes all the difference in your budget. Whether you’re building for yourself, or you’ve got property development ambitions, Absolute...
Ever think about building a carport kit as a way to get some family bonding time? If you have been considering a carport or general shade shelter, then you should. You can create some quality family time by finally building that shade shelter you’ve been thinking...
Steel varies dramatically in quality and strength. When it comes to engineering purposes, the specifications regarding “yield strength” make a big difference in performance and longevity for projects. For structures meant to protect life and property, only...
Amongst hurricane destruction, it’s common to see whole regions of rubble and debris. Now and then, a single home stands among the devastation. If you’re in construction, the first thing you might wonder is, “What did they do differently?” After Hurricane Wilma,...
Not All Steel-Frame Buildings Are Equal Now we’re back to where we began – in the factory. Some of Absolute Steel’s competitors may be cheaper, or even look stronger, thanks to cross-braces between the wall and the roof. But here’s the thing: They’re weaker. In fact,...
Auto detailing is hard work. Providing shade for your detailers, and for your customers who are waiting is required to keep your facility relevant. Having a shade shelter helps protect employees and vehicles from harmful UV rays and keeps your employees cool and...
If you own commercial properties like office buildings, you know how important it is to protect your investment from a maintenance perspective, but also for revenue generation. Adding covered parking is a value-adding investment that will give you returns for decades...
Absolute Steel has completed commercial carport projects throughout all 50 States and several overseas locations. As a contract supplier to US Federal government, all branches of the US Armed Forces have had Absolute Steel engineer & manufacture for extreme...
Click play and turn on the sound to watch this quick video showing how quickly one can install an Absolute Steel building. From the customer, who put together this video and sent it to us: Jennifer attached is my building project. As you can see it is finally finished...
Thousands of homeowners have felt the effects of the recent floods in Texas. Record rains from Bristol to Dallas and Houston brought devastation to 70 counties. Left in the aftermath of breached levees and gorged rivers are damaged homes and outbuildings. The federal...
Metal Buildings and Wildland Fires Wildland fires are fearsome. People die and houses burn, reducing years of memories to nothing. Taking steps now to reduce the damage can saves lives, property and a way of life. Metal buildings can be part of your defensive plans....
Did you know that most solar power is generated on those hot, sunny days when air conditioners push the power envelope and threaten to overload the power grid? When demand peaks, so does the production of solar energy, so solar panels actually reduce demand on power...
Dissimilar Metals Overview Metals that are dissimilar to one another, vary with regard to their differences in corrosion. Galvanic corrosion is a process that indicates a comparison of how metals corrode differently when in contact with an electrical connection. This...
Greenhouse kits are the perfect choice if you are planning on a greenhouse for home, or for a commercial application. Sure, you can build one yourself – but WHY? For what you would get in a good kit, you’re not going to save any money (usually) by building a...
COMMON TERMS ENGINEERS USE IN THE BUILDING INDUSTRY The following glossary is intended to help individuals understand common terms used by engineers in the building industry. ALLOY – result when two or more metals are mixed together ALUMINIZING – treatment with...
There are many reasons to insulate your metal building and there are circumstances wherein insulation may not give you the best value for your money. There are factors you should be aware of that can help you decide what is best for you, the first being a general...
Metals are found in just about all soils and rocks and generally form compounds that are labeled “minerals”. Minerals also include the elements oxygen or carbon and need to be purified so that they generate common metals that are more familiar. This process to refine...
Guadalupe, Arizona – June 27, 2013 Absolute Steel, a metal building manufacturer, with offices in Guadalupe, Arizona will soon improve access to their locally-produced steel building kits through select Lowes Special Order desk locations in Arizona and...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Specialized Building System Supports US Efforts Abroad Guadalupe, AZ—May 8 2013: Absolute Steel recently secured contracts with USAID in South Sudan, Africa for the proprietary building system it manufactures in Guadalupe, Arizona and...
In 2007 Traci and Cherie carefully researched different steel building manufacturers in search of a new garage building for their mountain home. Their purchase was carefully thought out—after all, they knew they’d be building this themselves to further the...
When beginning a construction project it is very common to have the notion of not knowing where to begin. The most efficient and informative place to begin your project planning stage is to visit your jurisdiction’s planning and development department. Here...
July 2012, Tempe, AZ…. Absolute Steel, Inc announced today two contractual relationships with Washington, DC based organizations, Jennifer Schaus & Associates (JS&A) and Keith R Scott Associates. Absolute Steel provides disaster relief housing, standard...
Phoenix, Arizona March 9, 2009 – In the face of tough economic times, Absolute Steel, a manufacturer of steel garages, carports and other buildings, is happy to be gearing up to meet increasing demand for its products. As environmental and energy concerns grow,...
Phoenix, Arizona, USA – November 7, 2010 Absolute Steel (www.AbsoluteRV.com) fabricator of steel buildings used throughout North America, recently announced shipment of their first order of steel carports to our troops in Afghanistan. Dean Thomas, Absolute Steel’s...
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The framing system for your roof and walls is made up of a series of individual frame assemblies – “ribs” that go upward from the base rail on one side of the building, over the top to support the roofing panels, then down to the opposite base rail. Once your base...
With your metal building’s roof and wall frames assembled (and truss bracing in place, if your particular building includes it) you’re ready to set that framing up. Here’s where you see your building’s shell take shape. SMALLER BUILDINGS For smaller buildings – 10 to...
Depending on its size and engineering, your building’s roof frame may or may not require truss bracing. The instructions for your specific building will tell you whether or not bracing is needed. In general, though: Buildings from 10’ to 18’ wide do not require truss...
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