Steel Purlins: What You Should Know
Have you ever looked up at the interior of a steel structure and wondered: “what are those bars supporting the roof called?” Well, if you have, then you’ve come to the right article to find your answer. The answer to this question, of course, is the title of this blog: purlins. A crucial component of […]
How Long Do Steel Buildings Last?
Did you know that buildings have a “life expectancy?” If you are going to build a new structure on your property, then make sure that you are investing in a design and the right type of materials that will stand the test of time. Whether it’s a small shed or large manufacturing plant, the building […]
The Metal Building System
Most customers who are looking for a steel building have a very good idea of what they want their end project to look like. Many customers are familiar with the basic concepts and terminologies that are used to discuss structures in the Metal Building industry. All customers can benefit from a good understanding of measurements […]
The Rigid Frame Metal Building System
In a previous blog we discussed the different Metal Building Systems in the Norsteel Product line. We touched on the basic concepts and terminologies that are important for customers to understand, as they work with their Building Consultant to design the steel building that will ultimately meet all of their requirements. As mentioned, Norsteel’s Rigid […]
The C-Channel Metal Building System
In a previous blog we discussed the different Metal Building Systems in the Norsteel Product line. We touched on the basic concepts and terminologies that are important for customers to understand, as they work with their Building Consultant to design the steel building that will ultimately meet all of their requirements. As mentioned, Norsteel’s C-Channel […]
What is a Pre-Engineered Metal Building?
When we talk about pre-engineered steel buildings, what we’re talking about are structures which have been custom designed using software and then manufactured in a plant to be shipped to the customer as a completely pre-engineered kit. Everything is included and arrives at the job site on a flat-bed truck as a neatly wrapped package. […]
