Steel Buildings and Fleet Facilities
Steel Structure & Fleet Facilities
The transportation industry is booming in North America. The team at Iris Construction Management noticed a need for steel structures specifically designed to meet the needs of truckers.
A fleet facility is a different type of steel building that includes offices, wash bays, service areas and storage — all within one steel structure!
Recommended use:
Shipping and receiving, Maintenance, Repairs, Testing, Storage
Details are important when it comes to planning and growing your business. Our experienced design team will consult with you to determine what works for you, how to adapt your plans for future growth and make sure your build meets and surpasses industry standards. Some things to consider in your design are:
- Workflow
- Air Quality
- Safety for your team
- Equipment placement
- In-and-out vehicle traffic
- Removable service walls
- Easily recognizable office entrance
When you are planning the big picture of your business it’s easy to miss the small stuff, like having WiFi available on the shop floor, or proper storage for supplies and parts. That’s where Iris Construction Management comes in.
Our experience with erecting steel buildings in Canada is that you need to design for the future. Our design team will look at future trends — like alternative fuels — and accommodate for the possibility of adapting these trends into your steel structure. A great steel building design is a huge asset to the future of your business.
Steel Structure
We love using steel in construction because of its durability, efficiency, and strength, but there are a plethora of other reasons that steel structures might be the best bet for your next build:
Quality
Steel is free of defects like knots and splits, making it the ideal material for construction.
Safety
Since steel is non-flammable your steel building can keep fires out or contain fires. One less thing to worry about when it comes to the safety of your team.
Durability
Steel structures do not decompose, giving your building a long and durable lifespan. Additionally, steel requires little to no maintenance.
Sustainability
Steel is the most recycled material on earth. It’s an environmentally-friendly choice for your next build.
Design Flexibility
Steel structures do not have to look industrial. Your steel building design can be made custom to suit your needs. There are many aesthetically-pleasing examples to get inspiration from — just ask our design team!
Faster Construction
Get quicker turnaround times on your next build when you choose fabricated steel structures. The building parts are organized and available, and require only minor cuts on-site, no welding!
Structural Integrity
Steel is much stronger and has fewer challenges than working with wood.
It’s not accurate to compare the raw steel building price compared to wood buildings. Two substantial factors to keep in mind when comparing steel building prices to wood building prices are maintenance and time.
Wood buildings don’t have the longevity that steel does. When you factor in the numerous repairs to keep your building in good order, you’ll pay more over time. Don’t worry about warping, rotting, and shifting that can damage the structural integrity and the aesthetics over time when you choose steel.
Not only will the cost of materials to repair your wooden structure dip into your budget, but you also have to think about your time. Steel is quicker to erect, and maintenance-free. With the various advantages of steel over wood, a steel building can actually cost you less than comparable wood construction. While the raw cost of a wood building is rather low, you’ll likely end up paying for it over time with numerous repairs and other efforts that will be required to keep that wood building standing and in good order.
FAQ
How long does it take to erect the building?
It should take between 8-10 months to complete the construction stage
Is the steel building more cost-effective than a wooden structure?
When you factor in maintenance costs, time, and longevity of wood compared to steel, a steel building can actually cost you less than comparable wood construction.
Is a steel building a good structure for harsh winters?
Properly insulated steel buildings don’t allow heat exchange with the outside climate, making steel structures a great option for harsh winters. This also requires less energy to heat your building, keeping your energy bills low.
Can you build it during the winter?
You can erect steel structures year-round with no hesitation. Steel is weather-resistant, even in extremely cold temperatures.
