Tight on time? Build a steel building that stands the test of time
You can erect a steel building in any season, so weather is not a factor in slowing down a project.
They’re efficient in design and installation, and they’re built to last. Best of all, a steel building saves you resources, finances and time—and not just at the outset.
How a steel building saves time in the design and construction phase:
1. The rapid design, fabrication and erection of pre-engineered steel allows for the framing system to be completed sooner than other materials. Steel parts are pre-engineered to a specific design. Standardized sections and lengths allow for the structure to be erected more efficiently and in less time, making it possible to complete a large-scale project in a matter of weeks
2. Compared to concrete, structural steel causes less disruption in and around the building site, without cement mixers, large trucks and messy outposts. And you don’t have to wait for steel to dry.
3. Steel causes minimal construction waste, so the clean up is much quicker.
4. Unlike other building materials, steel only needs to be shop cleaned once and also doesn’t need priming or painting except for when it is exposed to low-oxygen, high-salinity or poor air-circulation environments. However, there are different grades and surfaces of steel to suit the environment the alloy must endure.
5. You can erect a steel building in any season, so weather is not a factor in slowing down a project.
6. As a steel building can be erected that much faster, other trades, such as plumbing and electrical, can get their work done that much quicker making the overall project more time efficient.
How a steel building saves you time in the long run:
- Steel structures provide a long-term, consistent performance.
- Steel does not expand or contract with moisture content.
- Steel does not warp, split, crack or creep.
The durability, adaptability and flexibility of steel provide something known as “future-proofing,” as it can be adapted for a design change, service requirement, or major re-fit without complete demolishment.
A properly designed and constructed steel building will stand the test of time, allowing you to have a sturdy structure for years to come.
To learn more about the longevity of steel buildings, read our blog: Why Do Pre-Engineered Buildings Last So Long.
Whether it’s a commercial or industrial project, or for storage, retail, or agriculture purposes, find out how a steel building will meet your needs. Metal Structure Concepts in Kelowna will help you save time with a built-to-last pre-engineered steel building. Contact us to learn more.