Saturday, July 30, 2011

Metal Buildings–What Can You Use Them For

Most commercial facilities can use more space; however, most commercial building owners cannot afford to build a custom addition or pay to move to a brand new facility.But, when you get a pre-engineered metal building, you can get the extra space you need – without creating a hole in your wallet!

Metal buildings are perfect for any facility that has some extra land–just not some extra space inside the facility walls themselves.For example, maybe you have some room out back that would be perfect for a metal building.Or, maybe you have some extra parking spaces that never get used, that would be the perfect new home for a new metal building.That way, you can have your existing facility grow with you.

But how does getting metal buildings save you money?A pre-engineered metal building is just that–designed in advance.All you have to do is pay someone to deliver the pieces and put them together for you.It is a far cheaper option than trying to design and build a custom addition or extra building.Plus, it takes far less time!These metal buildings can be up and running at your facility in a matter of days, while a custom building could take months before it is ready.

And, don't forget–when you build an addition from scratch, you are going to have noisy construction crews wandering all over the place.That alone can make it tough to work, and it can even cost you money in lost productivity!The key, though, is finding a company that has the right material handling equipment.  Just like anything else, there are good metal building installers and bad ones.If your company has the proper material handling equipment, it will make the process of getting your building up and running go even faster!

And, a pre-engineered metal building comes with all of the safety features that you need, too.Even though they are all pre-engineered, these buildings are made of high-quality steel that can withstand plenty of walking and heavy items.You can rest easy knowing that they buildings will not buckle or shake under pressure.They are designed to hold their own against tough, rugged conditions.

There are also add-ons you can get to customize your building.

For example, you can also get a building that comes with special equipment support–like staircases and gates.The right equipment support can make your metal buildings safe and sturdy enough to be used as offices or as a storage spot for your heaviest items–and make it easy for you to access everything.

About the Author

Richard A. Manfredi has written about www.fcpmezzanine.com.A structural engineering company specializing in metal buildings, modular offices, material handling equipment, custom mezzanines and industrial canopies.

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