Pre-engineered metal buildings are the premier choice for a number of industries. 

Metal buildings are ideal for several applications, including churches, recreational facilities, and warehouses.

But another industry that stands to benefit from the use of steel buildings is the medical industry.

Many medical buildings are prefabricated hospital buildings, and thanks to the design and customization abilities, it's hard to tell that these facilities are metal buildings. 

But the use of steel in medical facilities hasn't been around forever.

In the past, the medical industry used wood structures that weren't as ideal for their facilities as metal buildings are.

But, what is it that makes steel the ideal construction material for hospitals and other medical facilities?

In the article below, we will go over several benefits of metal structures that make them the best choice for the medical industry.

Before you start thinking about what size metal building you need, there are a few things you should know about steel buildings.

First, many people think there are prescribed sizes for pre-engineered steel buildings. That's not true. Metal buildings are versatile and are ideal for medical facilities, churches, sports complexes, and warehouses, just to name a few. 

There are no standard sizes or models when it comes to metal building kits.

All steel structures are designed to your exact needs and to meet local codes.

Many people also expect to make floor plan selections like when building a house.

But that's not the way a steel building system works.

Pre-engineered metal buildings are a self-supporting structure.

You have complete interior design freedom when you build with a  pre-engineered metal building.

You design your own interior layout so you aren't stuck with a pre-conceived floor plan that doesn't fit your needs or can adapt as your business grows.

With that said, you can design a metal structure to fit the exact size and specifications you need.

In the article below, we will discuss some things to consider when deciding what size metal building you need.

A distribution center is the central part of the entire order fulfillment process.

When you have to distribute goods, the inventory awaiting delivery and distribution is a costly investment.

If you don't have a secure, functional, air-controlled, high-quality distribution center to hold and store your inventory, you are at risk of all of your goods being damaged, stolen, or misplaced.

That's why you should invest in a prefabricated metal building for your next distribution center.

In the article below, we will discuss why pre-engineered steel buildings are perfect for distribution centers.

The Latest Technological Advances for Industrial Worksites

Technology is transforming everything about our lives - even the way we complete physical tasks.

Developments in virtual reality, drones, and materials testing are leading to breakthroughs in construction processes that, until now, required manual labor. 

Every construction sector from, industrial to residential, can integrate the latest emerging technologies for safer workplaces, increased efficiency, better project outcomes, and more.

Wondering what some of these impressive advances are?

Here are 5 of the most impressive technological advances that are gaining traction on industrial job sites across the U.S.

You have a metal building that isn't quite big enough anymore.

You need more space, but can you add on to a metal building?

Steel building additions are cost-effective and easy to implement.

Almost any steel building can be expanded, creating added space for expanded business, adding onto sports complexes, and metal buildings are ideal for distribution centers, allowing them to grow and develop along with the business's size.

There are several ways you can expand your metal building, so there is sure to be a way that meets your needs.

With steel, you can start with a smaller structure to fit your budget and current needs and upgrade your building along with your business.

In the article below, we will look at how easy it is to add to your metal building.

If you've been looking into purchasing a custom metal building, you likely know about many of their benefits.

You know, among other things, that prefab metal buildings are customizable, durable, and eco-friendly. Metal buildings are also easy to expand with you as your business grows. 

Some people, though, aren't aware of all of the benefits that come with a metal building kit, and when thinking about metal buildings, they still picture an old horse barn.

One of the first questions people who aren't aware of the benefits of metal buildings ask is if they can have utilities in their metal building?

The answer to that question is a resounding yes!

In the article below, we will talk about utilities for your commercial metal building, as well as a few other helpful tips.

A pre-engineered metal building is a structure built using a structural steel framing system engineered to fit your project requirements.

The predetermined components of the structure are manufactured off-site in a factory.

Components are pre-cut, pre-punched, and prefabricated per your design specifications.

When the building is finished, it is delivered directly to the project site, where they may be assembled by a qualified metal building company like CDMG.

Prefabricated metal buildings are a cost-effective, more durable alternative to the more expensive and less durable traditional building methods.

You also aren't giving up any style, comfort, or safety.

The days when steel structures were ugly and reminded you of a horse barn are long gone.

Prefab metal buildings made with steel are both elegant and durable. 

From industrial facilities and warehouses to restaurants, medical offices, and residences, custom metal buildings are a proven solution for various projects, and the metal building will have the utilities that can support a number of different businesses. 

Residential and industrial prefabricated steel buildings are remarkably low maintenance, and you'll spend less time and money owning your new structure and more time doing business or making memories.

In the article below, we will take a look at pre-engineered steel buildings for residential and commercial use.

When you think about a sports facility, the first thing you think of is a huge football stadium or basketball arena.

But don't forget about your local sports facilities and complexes.

Sports facilities, more often than not, are constructed using prefabricated metal building kits.

Sports arenas and recreational facilities rely on clearspan structures that are only available with prefab metal buildings.

Prefab steel buildings allow for easy configuration and reconfiguration of any space. It's one of the reasons pre-engineered metal buildings are popular choices for residential and industrial metal buildings. 

With steel buildings, you aren't limited by beams that break up the interior of the structure.

You can also change your building's interior at any time to accommodate new needs, including waiting rooms, offices, and much more.

Both of these things are extremely important for sports facilities.

A fitness or recreation center can swap out equipment, add new classrooms, or remove rooms to create more open space. The process is straightforward.

This allows you to stay on top of your customer's changing expectations.

Prefabricated metal structures allow you to create a building that can house various fitness and leisure activities.

• Bowling alleys
• Natatoriums
• Indoor sports courts
• Yoga studios
• Martial arts centers
• Dance studios
• Indoor fields
• Crossfit Gyms

In the article below, we will discuss why pre-engineered steel buildings are ideal for sports and recreational facilities.

Which is better, pre-engineered metal buildings or concrete buildings?

Concrete tilt-up construction and the poured in place or cast in place method pours concrete into wall and column forms.

The concrete then sets, drying in the forms. After that, the forms are removed, and the concrete is finished.

Pre-engineered metal buildings utilize commercial-grade steel columns and rafters to create easily assembled frames.

The frame form the skeleton of the building. Thanks to the strength to weight ratio of steel this allows for open floor plans.  This is one of the reasons that pre-engineered metal buildings are ideal for sports and recreational facilities. 

In the article below, we will discuss which method is better for your building.

Prefabricated or pre-engineered steel buildings provide many advantages over traditional building materials. 

Steel buildings have it all; customization, speed of construction, and decreased maintenance and insurance costs.

Whatever you need out of a steel building can be created at a manufacturing plant and delivered to the job site ready for assembly. This is one of the reasons that pre-engineered metal buildings are better than concrete buildings. 

Warehouses, retail spaces, event centers, airplane hangars, and sports complexes are all ideal steel projects.

Any building is an ideal steel project, no matter its intended use. 

Your steel building can be designed to match the surrounding environment or stand out as a wonder of architecture. 

It doesn't have to look like a barn.

Today's steel building manufacturers can create panels with the textures, colors, and shapes of other materials that retain the strength steel can impart, while giving you a modern look. 

Those are just a few of the things that make pre-engineered metal buildings better than traditional building materials.

In the article below, we will discuss why pre-engineered metal buildings are head and shoulders above the rest.