February 27, 2020 7:50 pm
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There are so many incredible benefits to having your own steel structure constructed. They offer lower long-term maintenance costs. Steel buildings provide fantastic insulation, which lowers energy costs year-round. Structures made of steel also see lower month-over-month insurance costs because they’re naturally resistant to disasters like fires, tornados, hurricanes and earthquakes. Yes, there are so many reasons to love quality steel structures that it’s only natural to want yours erected as soon as possible. You may need to be patient, however, because building a steel structure is no easy feat. The amount of time it takes depends on several factors.... View Article
February 8, 2020 12:40 am
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The NASCC Steel Conference is back again this year, this time taking place from April 22 to 24, 2020 in Atlanta, GA. For those who aren’t familiar with the show, it’s the world’s top educational and networking event for the structural steel industry, and Benchmark Fabricated Steel is eager to attend. Structural steel professionals, from structural engineers to erectors and detailers to architects, will gather at the Georgia World Conference Center for sub-conferences and over 250 sessions on a wide variety of steel-related topics. There is also a trade show at which you can view the latest products and technologies... View Article
January 25, 2020 12:40 am
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If you’ve never heard of AISC certification, you might not know why it’s so important that your steel fabricator holds this designation. The American Institute of Steel Construction offers this certification to fabricators who meet certain requirements, setting standards for quality across the industry. Certified companies not only have met AISC’s strict standards for construction quality, but they also are subject to audits to ensure ongoing compliance. Read on to find out why being an AISC certified fabricator in Indiana is so important to Benchmark Fabricated Steel and our clients. What does it mean to be a certified fabricator? Any... View Article
January 2, 2020 5:19 am
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One of the key benefits of building with steel, in addition to its tremendous durability, is steel’s inherent fire resistance. Compared to wood’s burning temperature of around 600 degrees Fahrenheit, steel stands up to flames more than four times hotter. Steel doesn’t begin to melt until about 2500 degrees Fahrenheit. And, the marvel of modern technology means that steel can now be treated to withstand flames that burn even hotter. Now, it’s possible to completely fireproof structural steel in Indiana. Can your building pass the burn test? One of the most common tests that inspectors will put a new building... View Article
December 19, 2019 5:19 am
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For centuries, wood has been the most common material to use when building a frame for a home. It’s sturdy, it’s cheap and it gets the job done. In recent years, however, some homeowners have determined that merely “getting the job done” isn’t quite good enough. Those discerning homeowners have turned to steel framing in Indiana. Long considered the only option for successful commercial and industrial construction projects, steel framing has myriad benefits when used in the building of homes, as well. Steel resists Unlike traditional wood homes, steel is extremely resistant to outside influences. It doesn’t warp with the... View Article
