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
November 10, 2020 11:25 pm
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If you’re about to begin a new industrial or commercial construction project in Indiana, then you’re most likely going to be working with steel. That’s only reasonable. After all, when it comes to construction, there’s no material better than construction-grade steel. It is resistant to fire, pests and other natural threats. It can be built to meet almost any idea you have. It’s environmentally friendly, and it almost pays for itself in lack of maintenance. Steel is fantastic—but it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. In fact, there are several types of steel used in construction in Indiana—there’s a greater variety than... 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 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
