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The History of Steel Buildings in BC
It might be hard to believe, but steel buildings have been around British Columbia for nearly a century. Of course, they didn't truly start to become popular for civilian use until after WWII.
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Why Steel Buildings Are Now Better than Wood
Whether it's reduced construction times and labour costs, or structural integrity and durability, wood simply can't compare to a pre-engineered steel building. Here is a head-to-head comparison of the two methods.
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Demand for Metal Buildings Surges in the Okanagan
In the last year, MSC has experienced a resurgence of local work, with a slate of contracts across the valley, ranging from Penticton to Vernon.
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Nelson Client Orders 11th Commercial Steel Building from MSC
Along Highway 3A near Nelson, you'll see dark copper steel buildings by MSC. These matching structures showcase our craftsmanship for a single client.
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Case Study: Not Your Average Steel Barn
Located about an hour outside of the city centre, Preston Ranch is a 1,500-acre plot of land used to raise buffalo.
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Case Study: How Pre-engineered Buildings Can Help Higher Education
To help train the next wave of our provincial workforce, Okanagan College in Penticton recently had Metal Structure Concepts (MSC) erect a pre-engineered building to expand the school's welding program.
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What Qualities to Look for in a Building Company
While prefab metal buildings are renowned for their quick and simple installation, it takes considerable experience and know-how to get it done right.
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Iron Horse of Steel Buildings: Why Steel is an Important Building Material
You can't beat steel buildings when it comes to uses, applications and low production costs. Why Steel is an Important Building Material.
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