Coastal Steel Structures

From first-time builders to the urban planner, when it comes to prefabricated buildings, there are a few key points every non-industry guy and gal should know. What Everybody Ought to Know About Prefabricated Steel Buildings Efficient Fabrication In the golden age of automation, efficiency is key. Due to advanced CAD/CAM processes, fabrication of  steel buildings  produce minimal raw material waste yet still able to meet the strictest strength-to-weight ratios. In fact, steel has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any material, 25 times greater than wood. A lighter frame translates into a more cost-effective foundation and the ability to add other materials with less concern for the completed building weight.  Shorter Construction Time Steel buildings are designed and pre-built for easy reassembly at the manufacturing plant. Site preparation, such as the preparation and foundation placement, can be completed as the building is being manu...

Roof snow which excessed specified  prefabricated steel building  design loading can cause significant distress to your building. Snow can build up in areas around firewalls, parapet walls, valleys, dormers, and on lower roof levels where a roof step occurs. Since the thickness of snow varies depending on weather conditions during and after a snow fall, it is difficult to determine a single value for the acceptable height of snow that a prefabricated steel buildings can safely support. The most sever condition occur when rain falls on a roof already loaded by heavy snow and ice. Absorbing rain water, adding roughly 62.4 pounds per cubic foot, or 5.2 pound per inch of depth. And Never send one person alone on a roof to remove snow Here are 5 guidelines for roof snow and ice buildup removal: Get to Digging –  Visually inspect the roof to find any unusual bends or deflections of frames, purlins, or joists. Starting in this area, approximately remove one-half of the sn...

Are you considering whether  to build a  riding arena ?  Planning and building an arena can be enjoyable and exciting. And they make for a terrific addition to a custom-built horse barn. Here are a few things to consider prior to purchasing. Planning Your Riding Arena: for starters, it’s best to talk to someone who has experience in designing, erecting and constructing an indoor arena. Note: One thing to consider is that most people who own an arena spend a great deal of time and money on facility management. Arena Sizes & Arena Usage The type of riding being done will determine the required size. For example, a standard multipurpose arena is around 70’ x 200’, whereas a driving arena is typically 130’ x 260’. The larger designs listed below are also considered standard sizes. Typical Arena Sizes: Standard Riding Arena 70’x130’ or 9,100 Square feet 70’x200’ or 14,000 Square feet (ideal for Dressage) 100’x200’ or 20,000 Square feet...