A Look at Pre-Engineered Buildings

One of the biggest advantages of steel buildings over traditional wood-frame buildings is that they’re designed and created by engineers. They have powerful structural systems in place that don’t require load-bearing walls. Because of the way they are designed, they tend to be far more structurally sound than wood frame buildings and can stand up to a great deal of punishment and the elements for a long time.

But what exactly does it mean to be “pre-engineered?” What benefits does this offer, and what is the engineering process? Discover an overview of the pre-engineered metal building process, how these buildings are sturdy, and why steel building homes might be perfect for you.

Engineered Steel Building Homes

Many steel structures are used for garages, barns and storage space, but when we talk about the engineering process, we’re looking at the applications of these structures for commercial use and as engineered steel building homes.

This kind of enclosure always includes a sturdy structural system with cladding for the roof and walls. The system is represented by a series of fabricated frames which are formed into I-beams used as columns and the roof skeleton. This kind of frame can support a large surface area without the need for load-bearing columns, spaced at intervals of up to 60 feet across a surface area of up to 300 feet.

Atop the Beams

Atop the beams, and running perpendicular to them to create a sort of grid are what are called spanning members. These are structure supports that are often known as purlins, which are spaced between 4 and 5 feet apart spanning the building’s width. In the walls, secondary structural supports called girts are placed which also span the frame, and support the metal walls of the building.

Advantages of Engineered Buildings

The advantages of engineered buildings are that they allow the creation of buildings that are very large, and at the same time free of columns. This maximizes the usable space within. That’s why these kinds of buildings are so often used as warehouses, retail outlets, office buildings, as airplane hangars, in sports arenas, churches, libraries, schools and even government facilities.

They are supremely customizable, allowing the interior design to take whatever form the owner desires. This is another reason why they’re so outstanding for private homeowners. It’s easy to create exactly the interior footprint you want for your house when you’ve got a big, sturdy, open space with which to start.

Custom Engineering

Even better, unlike many wood-framed homes, steel buildings can be either modular, kit-based or custom designed to very specific standards based on the needs of the owners. They are specifically built to match all local building codes, and as the engineering system continues to evolve, the entire process becomes even more efficient.

Steel building homes can be a great option for anyone looking for a sturdy, customizable and responsible building for their residence. If you think a kit for steel building homes might be the right choice for your next house, Metal Pro Buildings is here to help. Read about our company and what we have to offer, and then contact us to place your order today!

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