Pre-engineered steel buildings are a great alternative to wood and brick constructions. Pre-engineered structures are typically less expensive, more durable, and more versatile than other buildings. The great thing about pre-engineered steel buildings is that all the components are cut to exact lengths and widths in the warehouse and delivered ready to be erected. Pre-engineered metal buildings have long ruled agricultural and aviation construction markets. Today, steel buildings dominate commercial and industrial construction. Steel is used to frame 65% of low-rise commercial building projects and 95% of new industrial construction. Some of the most common pre-engineered steel buildings in Canada are presented in the guide below.
Office Buildings and Commercial Uses
More business owners today are opting for pre-engineered steel buildings for many reasons. These structures are incredibly versatile and can be customized to meet the needs of various industries, making them an excellent choice for office buildings and commercial uses like retail shops, distribution centers and corporate offices.
Pre-engineered steel buildings can also be designed for commercial warehousing combined with office space for day-to-day business. Operate your business more efficiently by having the front office and the warehouse floor in one place. The ability to include clear span designs, mezzanine levels, or partitioned office spaces ensures that businesses can maximize their usable space. Higher efficiency means lower operating expenses.
Pre-Engineered Steel Residential Garage/Shop
A garage is a great way to add value to your property. Pre-engineered steel garages can be custom-made to meet your unique needs. Garages are easily customized and can be designed and delivered in a wide range of sizes and configurations. If you add insulation, your garage can also be your man cave or workshop. Tools, equipment and vehicles can be safely and securely stored in a temperature-controlled environment.
Have an RV or boat? Protect your investment with an RV garage. Add some height and length, and you can safely store your toys inside. Global Steel Buildings Canada has the building solutions to protect your valuable property.
Farm Buildings
For centuries, farmers have constructed wooden barns. The first European settlers to create homes in North America all had barns. The log home would often have a central chimney, and one side of the structure was for humans, the other for livestock. The second structure to be built was a storage shed for wheat, hay and roots to provide food for the humans and the animals during the winter months. Then, the small livestock barn would be built. The number of outbuildings would increase as the family became prosperous. Eventually, the family would move into a frame or stone house, and the original log cabin would be designated for livestock use. These wooden structures lasted a fairly long time. Editor’s note: Break this paragraph.
Today, farmers are opting for a steel farm building instead. Pre-engineered steel farm buildings are much longer lasting than the original wood barn. They are easily insulated to store livestock and can store equipment and products inside and away from the outdoors in extreme weather. Like any other pre-engineered steel building, farm buildings can be designed and customized to meet your specific farming needs.
Storage and Warehousing
Storage and warehousing are common uses of pre-engineered steel structures. They are well-suited for businesses and individuals needing secure, durable, customizable storage solutions. The adaptability of pre-engineered steel buildings allows them to accommodate various storage needs, from housing inventory and equipment to providing space for bulk materials.
Like garages and shops, storage buildings can be designed in custom sizes and can allow for expansion as your business grows. Easily add options like doors, windows and insulation. Storage buildings can be designed for clear-span capabilities so you can use large warehousing equipment and easily store and move large materials in your pre-engineered steel building. The clear-span design eliminates the need for interior columns, maximizing usable space and making it easier to maneuver forklifts, pallet jacks, or other heavy-duty equipment.
Sports Arena
Pre-engineered steel buildings make great sports arenas. Using custom designs, these steel buildings are an excellent choice for any sport or activity. Customizable features include high ceilings for basketball courts, reinforced flooring for horse riding arenas, and temperature-controlled environments for ice rinks or indoor tennis courts.
A multi-purpose recreational facility can be used for a variety of sports. From basketball courts, tennis courts, ice rinks, or horse riding arenas – these spaces can be designed for any sport or activity. Your pre-engineered steel building provides maximum value by accommodating different functions throughout the year. For example, a single facility could host basketball games during one season, transform into an ice rink during winter, and be used for community events in between.
Pre-engineered steel buildings are the best choice for arenas. Because of an arena’s overall width, pre-engineered steel buildings have strong truss designs, and the buildings have a limited need for center support beams. This clear-span design eliminates obstructions, maximizing the usable space on the playing surface and enhancing visibility for spectators.
Mini Storage
Global Steel Buildings Canada can provide pre-engineered steel buildings in Canada in any size. No steel building is too small. Mini storage kits are perfect for small-scale storage uses. Use it as a shed to house lawn tractors, ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles and other equipment. These mini building kits are available with single or dual garage doors. Practical, durable and secure, these building kits can be erected in just one day. A steel building system is the most cost-effective solution and the best option for mini storage.
Many steel self storage businesses are expanding all over Canada. Our mini storage buildings are designed with clear-span interiors, providing widths of up to 200 feet and unlimited lengths. Finish your project with high-value insulation, and you can offer temperature-controlled indoor storage for your customers.
Pre-Engineered Steel Aviation Buildings
Aircraft hangars are almost always constructed of steel. The hangar can be designed specific to the type of aircraft being kept inside, whether you are looking for a small aircraft hangar for a Cessna 172 or a large custom-made steel airplane hangar designed to fit a Lockheed C-130 Hercules. Additional features such as bi-fold, hydraulic, or sliding doors can also be incorporated to allow easy entry and exit for various aircraft sizes.
Our structural system offers greater flexibility – whatever you need, we can make it. The flexibility of pre-engineered steel buildings allows for efficient use of space and ensures that the design adapts to any specific operational needs. For instance, hangars can include office spaces, workshops, or storage areas for tools and parts, all integrated into a single cohesive structure.
We design for commercial, private, and military airports. those that are specific to the type of aircraft you need to house. Each pre-engineered steel building is designed to meet the unique demands of its aviation application, whether it’s a private airstrip requiring a single hangar or a large-scale facility handling multiple aircraft. A pre-engineered steel aviation building can be customized to specific heights, lengths and widths to accommodate large and small planes and helicopters.
Our lightweight steel building kits offer a great solution for any building application. Global Steel Buildings Canada will design your building according to the building codes of your region. We guarantee customer satisfaction. Contact the experts at Global Steel Buildings Canada for a free consultation and no-obligation quote for your pre-engineered steel buildings in Canada.
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