What is pre-engineered steel?
Pre-engineered steel buildings are a great building option for retail businesses looking to build or add additional square footage. Whether you need a small, temporary structure or a large, permanent one, pre-engineered steel buildings will provide you with the versatility and affordability beneficial to your business. As their name implies, pre-engineered steel buildings are building structures that engineers and architects have designed to follow a blueprint. These buildings are typically constructed in factories from structural steel, then shipped to the job site via semi-tractor trailer or railroad. Once the structural elements arrive at the building site, they are connected, shaped, and given a final coat of paint before being used in the structure.
Benefits of Pre-Engineered Steel Buildings
Affordability
The pre-engineered steel building industry is a $12 billion industry annually. Because they are manufactured in factories, they are less expensive than other buildings and can be built with less waste, so they can provide you with the square footage you need without breaking the bank. As a bonus, retail metal buildings can be transported to your job site for faster installation.
Design flexibility
Unlike traditional buildings, pre-engineered steel structures can be expanded as needed. This flexibility can make it easier to meet your business’s growing demands in the future. In addition, pre-engineered steel buildings require less time and money for maintenance.
Durability
Pre-engineered steel buildings are some of the sturdiest structures available. Because they are built in factories, they can avoid many common structural problems when traditional structures are built, such as uneven surfaces or foundations. They also have backbones made from rigid steel, stronger during high winds or earthquakes. Pre-engineered steel buildings do not warp when exposed to heat. This eliminates the worry of walls rotting, warping, or sagging.
Capability
Pre-engineered commercial metal buildings can handle a great amount of weight. This can make them perfect for various industrial uses, such as warehouses and automobile dealerships that store heavy items. Depending on how they are laid out and how the rooms connect, they can also be used as office space. Finally, pre-engineered steel buildings can also be used for commercial and industrial uses, such as convenience stores or other businesses requiring store front.
No rush to finish
Steel buildings can be set up in advance so that they can be used immediately when the rest of your building is finished. This means that you do not need to rush to finish other project phases, such as the interior, before installing these structures. Pre-engineered steel buildings typically take one day to install, and you will typically begin using them on the same day or within a week or two of their installation. This convenience can help you meet all your construction deadlines.
Minimal waste
Pre-engineered steel buildings can be manufactured from large pieces of structural steel, which means there is less waste when compared to a traditional building. This minimizes the amount of material that needs to be hauled away after the building is complete, which can save you money in the long run.
It makes sense, right?
Steel buildings are much more environmentally friendly than traditional wood. In addition, pre-engineered steel buildings can last up to 50 to 100 years without being affected by the elements. Finally, because steel buildings do not require paint or upkeep as frequently as other types of structures, you can save money on construction materials and maintenance. These benefits make steel buildings ideal for commercial/retail or other industrial complexes. In fact, metal buildings can be customized to accommodate any business. Probably yours.