November 15, 2021 6:00 pm
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Choosing a metal for a product you’re making or a building you’re constructing is an important decision. You want metal that is durable and fits with your project’s budget. There are a wide range of metals available on the market with different benefits and disadvantages. Let’s take a look at some of the top FAQs on how galvanized metal can work for your business’s needs. What is galvanized metal? This metal is coated with zinc in a variety of methods such as electrogalvanizing, pre-galvanizing and hot dipping. All of this is done to prevent corrosion and rusting on an iron... View Article
October 27, 2021 3:36 pm
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Structural steel is used as a primary building material in a wide range of projects, from small residential buildings to massive urban skyscrapers. There are a variety of reasons for using structural steel over other types of materials, such as wood and concrete. Here’s a quick look at some of the main advantages of steel construction and why you should consider using structural steel in your next project. Cost effective Over the last couple years, costs of building materials have soared to new heights, primarily due to supply issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. As such, it’s more important than... View Article
October 13, 2021 3:36 pm
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Hollow core slabs are a type of precast concrete component used in a wide range of construction projects. These slabs are prestressed, and are manufactured with long-line steel casting pallets. There are a wide variety of uses for hollow core slabs. In most cases, you’ll find them used for concrete framework that supports extremely large weight loads and for projects located in large open spaces. Here are just a few examples of the benefits associated with using hollow core slabs: Speed of installation: Construction teams can erect hollow core slabs in very little time, with speed that does not sacrifice... View Article
September 28, 2021 2:02 am
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Precast steel, precast concrete and girder slab systems are the future of construction. While a lot of concrete is still being poured on-site, using precast concrete in construction is steadily growing more popular. Like the name suggests, precast concrete consists of pre-formed molds or pieces of concrete that can be fitted into place on site when crafting structures. There are numerous benefits to using girder slab systems, precast concrete and precast steel in precast construction. This article will dive into why you should consider precast construction for your next development project. Cost effective Precast concrete offers superior durability to cast-in-place... View Article
September 14, 2021 2:02 am
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Steel and concrete are two of the most prominent construction materials out there. They both have their own strengths and weaknesses, and they’re both crucial to the infrastructure of America and the world as a whole. But whether you’re performing steel frame construction or concrete construction, it would be helpful to know and understand the pros and cons of each material. This article will examine the characteristics of steel and masonry construction materials, including several important factors and how they stack up against each other. Costs Concrete: The cost of concrete doesn’t fluctuate very much, meaning you’ll likely know what... View Article
