PRE-ENGINEERED Buildings (PEBs)

According to civil engineering experts pre-engineered buildings can save as much as 30% off the total square foot cost.  PEB are similar to a set of LEGO, by using pre-determined raw materials in preset dimensions allows the economies of scale to be passed onto the sponsor.  Significant labour saving are realized as PEB can be assembled and completed in just a few weeks.   Transportation cost savings occur as cladding and columns are nested together.  A complete building package is supplied by a single vendor, compatibility of all building components and accessories are assured. 

It is no secret that pre-engineered buildings are designed to be long-lasting, durable and resistant to the elements.  By having materials made and prepared in fabrication shops the level of quality is unsurpassed.  Buildings are supplied with HIGH quality paint systems for cladding and steel to suit site conditions, which results in longer durability and lower maintenance costs.  HVAC systems typically need less maintenance too, these buildings are also naturally energy efficient and well insulated.   

Take a look around, they are everywhere.  PEBs are used for workshops, gas stations, restaurants, offices, warehouses, showrooms, arenas, horse barns, schools, factories, vehicle parking sheds, indoor stadiums, bridges and aircraft hangers.   While PEB can be used to suit a wide variety of structural applications, the greatest economy will be realized when utilizing standard details.  PEB can be easily expanded in length by adding additional bays.  Also expansion in width and height is possible by pre-designing for future expansion. 

The steel used to produce PEB is naturally resistant to rust, corrosion, fire, ice, rain, snow, and wind.  At the end of the day a PEB is almost a fire-proof structure.  An important consideration when municipal hydrants and fire services are not close by. 

Buildings can be supplied to around 80 meters clear span.  This allows more open space to fill your building with what you need and not worrying about where the columns are.  An aircraft hanger or a indoor hockey rink are examples of where this is necessary.  

Buildings can be supplied with polyurethane insulated panels or fiberglass blanket insulation to achieve required R values.  The roofing is naturally watertight and interior insulation ensures PEB's are easy to cool and heat as needed.  There are also add-ons, such as special coatings for roofing panels that can further reduce energy use.