Construction Engineering & Metal Building FAQ's

Today's manufacturers need wide-open spaces that can handle crane systems, warehouse space, mezzanines, and they need to be expandable in the future.

With traditional wooden construction, most of that isn't possible. You need to worry about support walls, which can alter the entire design of a building, and if you ever want to expand your traditional building in the future, it will be much harder.

However, with metal buildings, you can design and build the perfect metal facility for your business.

Constructing a prefabricated steel building for a manufacturing facility makes perfect sense when you think about it. Metal buildings are made in metal buildings!

That means no one else will understand your needs and concerns better than someone in the pre-fabricated metal building industry.

In the article below, we will discuss several reasons why metal buildings are ideal for manufacturers.

Industrial engineering is a branch of engineering that deals with improving processes

It seems simple, but it is essential.

Industrial engineers (IEs) look to reduce production costs, improve efficiency, improve the quality of services and products, make sure workers stay safe and healthy, and protect the environment, all while complying with government regulations.

Industrial engineering eliminates the waste of time, money, energy, materials, and many other commodities.

Take, for instance, an IE working in a factory. They may work to streamline an assembly line while making it safer at the same time.

In the article below, we will discuss the importance of industrial engineering.

Industrial engineers apply science, mathematics, and engineering methods to complex system integration and operations. Industrial Engineering is an important aspect to every business. 

Because they deal with these large and complex systems, Industrial Engineers need to have knowledge and skills in a wide variety of disciplines.

They also need the ability to work well with people and have a broad, systems perspective. 

IEs use their knowledge and skills to improve systematic processes through the use of statistical analysis, problem-solving, computer simulation, design, planning, operations management, and interpersonal communication. 

In this article, we will examine how industrial engineers assist the oil and gas industry.

Whether it's a 500 square foot garage, a 200,000 square foot business complex, or anything in between, a steel building can be an excellent investment.

Metal buildings are a great option if you're looking to add to your property or build or expand your business. Metal buildings are ideal for manufacturing facilities, crane buildings, and many other businesses. 

The numerous benefits of a custom-designed metal building make it a wise investment if you are looking for a new building or adding on to your current commercial metal building.

Pre-engineered steel buildings can better serve you than traditional wooden structures.

If you've never considered using steel, we discuss several reasons why steel is a good investment in the article below.

If you live in a cold climate, you know all too well the challenges that come when wintertime rolls around.

The cold season can make even the most mundane difficult. Walking outside can be painful.

The harsh winter elements can damage your property and belongings if you don't take the proper precautions.

Your cars can get buried under feet of snow, and the BBQ grill you used just a few months ago will become unrecognizable under a pile of snow.

And if you own a business, you have to take care of your business assets in the winter as well.

Prefabricated steel buildings are a great way to combat the harsh realities that the winter months can bring.

Whether you are thinking of expanding your current location or moving your business to a new location, building with metal will help safeguard your assets and your business from the bitter cold. It's one of the reasons that metal buildings make good investments.

And steel structures are beneficial no matter what time of year it is.

In the article below, we will look at five benefits of having a steel building in the winter.

CDMG Building Systems was featured in the Metal Construction News article, Lean-To Installation. 

The world of cranes is massive.

Various construction cranes are used in large construction projects. Many other cranes are used daily in multiple industries. 

Cranes are put to work around the world every day. 

Crane buildings and overhead cranes are a necessity at many job sites. 

If you need to lift and move heavy loads, having a crane building increases floor space, safety, and efficiency.

Bridge cranes, gantry cranes, jib cranes, tower cranes, and various other cranes used in crane buildings are critical to many industries and the economy as a whole. 

The article below will discuss ten industries that use crane buildings to perform their job safely and efficiently.

You've decided to build with a pre-fabricated metal building.

You've made an excellent choice. From Industries That Use Crane Buildings to farms, and the power industry to manufacturing facilities, are all finding the benefits of investing in metal buildings. 

However, your work has only just begun.

The biggest decision is out of the way. Now, there are countless other decisions you have to make for your steel building.

You have to decide where you're going to build, how big it's going to be, how eco-friendly it's going to be, and how you're going to insulate it, among many other things.

Deciding which customization options and components will be included in your steel building system ultimately comes down to functionality and aesthetic appeal.

For example, you can choose paint for your roof that will make it look good, while also repelling sunlight and lowering your energy bills.

You will also need to decide what you'd like to do with the exterior of your metal building.

You can leave it as is and pick a color you'd like, or you can choose from a variety of siding materials that will make up the exterior walls of your steel building.

In the article below, we'll explore some of the most common siding choices, along with what is popular now.

Metal or steel buildings are ideal for any contractor or builder looking for a flexible, cost-effective, and durable building solution.

Highly durable and virtually maintenance-free, steel buildings and metal building systems can be customized to capture your desired look as well as practical use.

Steel buildings also reduce construction times and make expansion extremely simple.

With that said, steel buildings are becoming very popular in a wide variety of industries. 

Everything from small storage sheds to giant sports arenas, and steel buildings are becoming the building method of choice for most builders and contractors. With the advancements in design options you can make the exterior of the metal building more appealing and attractive. 

You can design and build a steel building to suit just about any need, and in the article below, we will talk about 5 of the most popular types of steel buildings.

Prefab metal buildings are becoming increasingly popular largely due to their durability, and longevity.

Most garages are now constructed using prefab metal buildings and an increasing number of workshops and commercial constructions are made with metal buildings.

The versatility and customization options of metal building kits are two other factors that attract people to them.

Businesses are finding that steel buildings are giving them the space they need to develop their business as well as the opportunity for growth into the future at a reduced cost.

Often times when having to add on to a traditional timber structure, the cost and maintenance can hold a business back from expanding. With prefab metal building kits that you've helped customize, the ability to add on can be worked into the original design so that when it's time to expand it can be done easily.

One thing everyone in the metal building industry agrees on is that steel buildings are best constructed by experts of the trade.

It's not just about welding one metal piece to another or cutting away sections of the sheet to create openings for doors and windows. Putting together metal building kits requires skill and expertise.

There are many mistakes that should be avoided during the construction of a metal building.

Below we'll go over 7 mistakes to avoid in constructing metal building kits.