Metal Building Components

After talking with several people who insulted my intelligence re: constructing a metal structure, I have decided to build it myself. With some help at the proper times.

I shall have the foundation poured by a friend who is familiar with metal building foundations.

I am going to start looking for materials. Things on sale. Local Tradio ads for people who may have pieces and parts they want to sell. Things like that.

Where can I get a helpful book, or do you know a helpful site where I can find the terms and descriptions of the materials?

I know I can build this for a lot less than they want.

Steve

Buy a kit - several outfits on the 'net that let you design what you want . Put it on your foundation/floor slab . I've been looking at this option for when I can afford to move to my HillBilly HideAway in the Ozarks .

On Sun, 25 Nov 2007 09:01:22 -0800, with neither quill nor qualm, "SteveB" quickly quoth:

Did you ever confer with Steamboat Ed Haas about his building possibly meeting your needs last May, Steve? 30x72' or some portion thereof.

A few big names in the game: Varco Pruden MBCI Alliance Steel

I don't know that anyone will provide an erection manual ( no, not that kind . . .) just because, but it never hurts to ask.

Things to learn about: Panel gauge - 26 gauge for normal commercial Panel pattern - R panel is basic 3' sheet with 3 rib pattern. Panel finish - Galvalume is common for roof, often 29 gauge. Fiberglass skylight panels Ridge venting Standing seam Clear span frames Gable end framing Z girts or C girts Roof girts Roof purlins - bay spacing Insulation systems - Use chicken wire with vinyl faced Bird stop Gutter and trim

Make sure that you know what frame/bolt pattern and door layout you will use before pouring any floor. Create a sheet iron pocket for weather seal, stop at doors. Recess overhead door openings.

I want to build a shop, minimum 1200 sf, 12' eave from ground elevation, four bay roll up doors, six 4o6o windows, 4 passage doors, and three skylights.

I know there are some things in there that are different than "normal" construction materials. All I was seeking was a dictionary/glossary type publication so I can start identifying and locating components.

I know about used stuff, having been in the business. Yet, sometimes the dirt cheap price makes it worth while. And leftover stuff, or just stuff at pennies on the dollar is a bargain any day. Basically studs, girts, purlins, columns, fasteners, etc.

And I have welded for 33 years now.

Steve

Thanks. Good advice. I was just insulted by a guy that wanted $65, for a

Same gauge metal, same specs.

Steve

"SteveB" wrote in news: snipped-for-privacy@news.infowest.com:

Give Kevin Huff a call at (970)675-2649.

He custom builds steel buildings, primarily for pipeline stations, and can fill you in on how to do an excellent job without breaking the bank.

--Howzabout 2,000 square foot building for, say, $6k. All ya gotta do is come and get it. Where you located? I'm in Northern California.