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The Advantages of Structural Steel Construction in Indiana

April 5, 2018 11:48 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

While you might associate structural steel frame construction with skyscrapers and massive garages or agricultural buildings, the truth is that structural steel construction is extremely versatile. In fact, there are many reasons why it is an extremely attractive building option for a wide variety of products, including its affordability, the durability it provides buildings and the sustainability it offers a construction site. Here are just a few of the main benefits that make structural steel construction in Indiana a worthwhile option for all builders in the state to investigate. Faster project completion These days, building clients want their projects to... View Article

The Perks of Metal Roofing

March 22, 2018 11:48 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Are you considering using metal roofing for your commercial building? If so, it’s important you collect as much knowledge about metal roofing as possible before you make your final decision. Roofing in general is a big investment for your property, so you should take some time to carefully weigh the pros and cons of metal versus other types of roofing materials, such as wood, tile and asphalt. With this in mind, here are some of the perks of using metal roofing and other specialty steel products in Indiana for your project: Weight: Tile and concrete are extremely heavy, coming in... View Article

The Perks of Conceptual Estimating

March 7, 2018 4:00 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Conceptual estimation is a process that insures a more exact estimation by first starting with a broad estimate based on the difficulty or feasibility of a project. Then, that estimate is refined through a well-designed process to come into line with the specific design and construction requirements for the project as they are developed. Conceptual estimating in Indiana provides a far more accurate estimate, and it is a process that refines itself overtime, as a company’s estimation procedures are further standardized, and as its estimation database is expanded. We’ll explain all that and more in this blog about the perks... View Article

How to Maintain Metal Roofing

February 21, 2018 4:00 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

As far as roofing materials go for commercial buildings, metal roofing systems provide an incredible bang-for-your-buck factor; they’re highly reliable and stand up to wear and tear better than just about any material out there, meaning they also require relatively little maintenance or upkeep, especially compared to other roofing systems. With just a little care, you can have a metal roof that lasts the whole life of your business. In this post, we’ve collected some tips for maintaining metal roofing, which come from our 47 years of experience as providers of specialty steel products in Indiana. Regular maintenance tasks Regular... View Article

Specialty Steel Products in Indiana: Benefits of Insulated Metal Roofing Panels

February 2, 2018 9:48 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

What materials are you using for your next roofing project? Have you researched all your options? Some builders overlook specialty steel products in Indiana as they review their choices. One of these top specialty products is insulated metal panels. These lightweight composite panels are designed for roofs and walls and feature metal skins with an insulating foam core. Why would you want to use insulated metal roofing panels for your roof? Well, they offer a wide range of advantages over other materials. Following are the top 10 benefits of this product: They’re green: No, not the color. The design of... View Article