Modern Construction Benefits with Steel Buildings
Buildings are no longer constructed the way they used to be and for a good reason.
When it comes to structural integrity, speed, cost-effectiveness, and safety of construction, having methods that have evolved over time is a great thing.
You never want to devolve or become too “stuck in your ways” to accept a change that is beneficial to both the consumers and the construction team.
Did you know that Prefabricated Steel Buildings offer excellent options for business owners in many different industries?
While you may think of a steel structure as an oversized shed that lacks beauty and ingenuity, this doesn't have to be the case. There are many benefits when you build with a metal building.
Steel commercial buildings no longer have to be a carbon copy eye-sore. They can be just as sophisticated as a luxury home.
Steel Buildings are and ideal choice and an effective solution for industries and building types such as oil and gas, transportation and logistics, warehouses, sports facilities, aircraft hangars, medical facilities, shipyards, and much more.
But before we get into specifications regarding the benefits of steel buildings, let’s take a little time and discuss what exactly modern construction is.
What are Modern Methods of Construction?
Essentially, modern construction methods are approaches within the construction industry that involve proper design and planning.
The end goal is to complete a project with minimal cost and construction time while maintaining excellent sustainability.
Modern construction methods thrust efficiency and confidence to the forefront of metal building projects.
So, how are steel buildings utilizing modern construction methods for businesses and industries today?
Let’s discuss the basics.
1. Speed of Construction
With prefabricated metal buildings, you receive an efficient and modern building that is quickly delivered and erected.
Choosing an industrial-sized metal structure allows you to receive your building much faster than alternative materials.
What exactly does that mean?
Time is incredibly valuable, especially if your business is put on pause or slowed down until your building is erected.
The sooner your building is erected and functional, the sooner you can continue doing business.
Even if you are simply using your steel building for storage, such as an aircraft hangar, having a quick steel frame construction time is beneficial.
2. Extensive Durability
Your modern and custom-built pre-engineered metal building is constructed to withstand environmental conditions. More durable than traditional building materials such as wood, your steel building will be strong yet lightweight.
When you think of harsh weather conditions that could destroy your building, you may not be considering natural disasters. You have to consider heavy snow, rain, hail, high winds, and much more.
Steel buildings are strong enough to withstand winds up to 200 mph. Talk about durability!
Consider what you will use the building for, as well.
When it comes to more dangerous industries, such as gas and oil industries, you need steel framing that is powerful and sturdy.
3. High Value
Steel prices tend to fluctuate, but your prefabricated steel building will not lose value.
They are erected quickly, offer long-term cost savings, and will be able to withstand extreme weather conditions. Another one of the advantages of steel buildings is their minimal maintenance.
Pre-engineered steel buildings will not rust or rot, you won't have to worry about painting, and many steel building kits are accompanied by lengthy warranties.
How do these benefits sound? Remember, these are just the basics of the durability of steel structures.
Let’s dive deeper into some of the features of more modern steel components.
Customization Options
As previously mentioned, prefab steel buildings are not simply cut-and-paste sheds.
Depending on your industry or use for your steel building, you may need completely different specifications.
Naturally, a warehouse may have a particular set of specifications that are different from those of a shipyard.
Key advantages of steel construction are the customizable, wide range of options, including:
- Dimensions
- Color schemes
- The potential for add-on components
- Siding options
- Economic benefits
- Environmental benefits
- And more!
Building Information Modeling
With Building Information Modeling (BIM), you can see your prefabricated steel building before a single step of the construction process has begun.
How is that possible?
BIM is an ultra-intelligent 3-D model-based process that gives engineering, architecture, and construction professionals the tools and insights needed to plan and erect steel buildings efficiently.
It doesn’t quite get more modern than utilizing technology programming like BIM to effectively construct your building.
You can even catch potential construction hazards and terrain issues before the construction project begins.
Crane Utilization
Does your industry involve lifting and moving heavy items, products, and equipment?
If so, then bridge cranes can be invaluable. Your prefabricated steel structure will have parallel runways that the bridge and hoist travel along. From manufacturing to maintenance, many industries can benefit from a bridge crane.
Thanks to the parallel runways, bridge cranes do not accumulate excessive space within your building.
That opens up a plethora of opportunities to pack your building without worrying about the crane consuming too much space.
Energy Efficient and Environmentally Friendly
These two benefits may have been overlooked in the past, but in the modern construction world, the energy efficiency of steel buildings and low environmental impact are critical.
Your prefabricated steel building is an ideal material to adapt to various energy-efficient insulation systems, which will, in turn, cut down heating and cooling costs.
Meanwhile, you have the opportunity to become a global and environmental leader within your own industry by using an American pre-engineered steel building.
Did you know that most steel utilized in the erection of industrial buildings uses recyclable material?
In fact, CDMG’s American steel provided by NUCOR is 90% recycled material.
Be a Modern Construction Pioneer
With pre-engineered metal buildings instead of traditional construction materials, your options and opportunities are endless.
Don’t waste time with inferior traditional structures that take months to erect.
CDMG is the popular choice for high-quality and customizable steel buildings.
Our buildings are priced low, and our recycled steel is durable.
With CDMG, your steel building will meet your exact specifications, dimensions, and needs.
We can either supply the building or fully take on your project and supply, manage, and construct your steel building.
The choice is yours.
If you want to be an efficient and environmental pioneer within your industry, click the link below to contact CDMG about having a modern prefabricated steel building erected for you today.
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I'm Ben Sparhawk, the Content Writer and Marketing Account Manager for CDMG. I write to showcase the work that CDMG does and everything related to the pre-engineered metal building industry as well as their engineering capabilities. When I'm not working on content, you can find me spending time with my wife and children. You can also find me in the gym, trying to better myself, and I also enjoy spending time outdoors hiking or checking out local parks.