Articles & Tips
How Weather and Location Affects Project Timing
When planning a construction project, it is important to consider the four seasons. These will affect planning contractors and build schedules.
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6 Construction Materials Compared
Pre-Engineered Steel vs. Structural Steel vs. Wood vs. Block vs. Concrete Tilt Up vs. Pre-cast Concrete
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Change Orders & Revisions to Steel Buildings
Learn how changes are handled after purchasing a pre-engineered steel building kit, and requesting changes from MSC.
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Steel: The Most Recycled Material
As a pre-engineered steel building contractor, our industry depends on steel. But did you know that steel is also sustainable? Read more to learn how steel is one of the most recycled materials on earth.
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How to Stop Condensation Problems in Your Metal Building
Keep trapped moisture at bay by learning how to prevent relative humidity from turning into condensation in your metal building.
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What to Do When Your Metal Building Has Wet Insulation
We look at both preventative measures and solutions to protect your metal building from wet insulation.
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Cost Factors for Pre-Engineered Steel Buildings
We sat down with Steve Ivanitz, owner of Metal Structure Concepts in Kelowna, BC. We’re tackling a simple question that has a complex answer!
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Case Study: Meeting the Need for Commercial Storage Buildings with Steel
Home Hardware in Trail BC now has more storage space thanks to a new 6,000 sq. ft. pre-engineered steel storage building installed by Metal Structure Concepts.
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