In most steel buildings, the primary focus during the planning process is placed on the following three elements: the vertical columns, horizontal rafters, and an overhead roof system. However, one of the most significant factors affecting the overall performance of a steel building, the type of purlin used, does not receive as much attention as …
Traditionally, pre-drilling has been considered a necessary step when fastening heavy structural steel. Pre-drilling takes more steps to complete and increases labour time, tool wear, and alignment issues, especially in fast-paced construction sites. In 2025, the efficiency of the construction industry will no longer be an option. Construction schedules will continue to become more restricted, …
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Edge corrosion is one of the greatest threats to metal roofing. Edge corrosion can cause an immediate loss in structural integrity to metal roofing. Most of the time, edge corrosion occurs without any visible evidence of rust forming on the surface of a metal panel until later stages of corrosion become present. When considering Metal …
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Most homeowners assume that the only thing that matters about a roof is its surface, the material, shine, and colour. In reality, the most important thing about a roof is the accessories, like roofing screws, that hold the panels in place. If you want your roof to be stable, weather-tight, and mechanically sound for many …
