Prefab Commercial Building Revolution: Efficiency, Sustainability, and Innovation in One Package

Are you building a new commercial building? Whether you plan to construct a retail space, an office, or something else entirely, you likely want to see it completed quickly while maintaining your desired look and functionality — but you also want to avoid budget-busting surprises. At Armstrong Steel, we offer prefab commercial buildings that are both efficient and innovative.

Better than traditional construction

A prefab commercial building is essentially a system where the main parts of your structure are designed, engineered, and built in a controlled factory environment. That’s what we specialize in at Armstrong Steel. Instead of the traditional on-site construction process that can lead to delays and cost overruns, we deliver your pre-made components directly to your site for quick and efficient assembly. This streamlined way of building saves you time and resources.

Suitable for any commercial application

Prefabricated metal structures continue to change commercial building construction, and here at Armstrong Steel, we proudly bring cost-effective and efficient solutions for any commercial construction project.

Our products have been used for a wide range of applications, such as medical clinics, storage facilities, strip malls, and retail stores. We have also worked with builders and businesses that needed a reliable and eye-catching structure for restaurants, shopping centers, office buildings, and motor vehicle dealerships. This proves just how flexible prefab commercial buildings can be for any application, whether big or small.

In this blog, we go into further detail on how prefab commercial buildings are bringing speed and innovation to modern construction.

What’s in a prefabricated commercial building?

Prefabricated commercial steel buildings are usually made up of these components:

• Main frames: The main steel frame includes tapered beams and rigid frames. These components provide the primary load-bearing mechanism, making them critical to the pre-engineered metal building’s structural stability.
• Secondary framing: Purlins, eave struts, girts, and other elements support the building, adding to its structural stability.
• Wall and roof panels: Steel and metal panels envelope the prefab commercial building to protect it from the elements, making them essential for its longevity, too.
• Accessories: Modern pre-engineered metal buildings can be designed to support various accessories, such as insulation, gutters, vents, and downspouts.

Although we carry prefabricated steel building kits, we meticulously customize and design them to meet your project’s unique requirements. Our goal is to deliver an expertly designed and manufactured commercial structure that looks and functions exactly as you imagined it.

A detailed look at the benefits of prefabricated commercial buildings

Prefabricated steel buildings offer a lot of benefits when it comes to constructing commercial establishments:

A more efficient and faster way to build

Most components of a prefab commercial building are designed and fabricated in-house in a controlled environment. This helps streamline the construction process so that you can complete your project quickly while reducing labor costs.

Complete your commercial building as soon as possible.

When you use traditional construction, you would have to wait at least a few months to complete a commercial building. In contrast, we make it possible to finish a small project within a few weeks here at Armstrong Steel. We provide comprehensive assembly drawings and anchor bolt patterns with every building. All major connections are punched and bolt-together to simplify assembly. Plus, components are already cut to size and numbered. Simply refer to the drawings so you can assemble them.

In addition, we provide a step-by-step erection guide with your prefab commercial building to eliminate guesswork. All this — along with the quick assembly— translates to reduced labor costs and faster completion of your commercial structure.

Making commercial construction more cost-effective

re-engineered steel buildings are more cost-effective than conventional construction methods. Besides minimizing labor costs and construction timelines, they reduce material waste.

With traditional construction, it’s difficult to accurately predict material needs upfront. You end up ordering more materials than you actually need, only to have leftovers piling up on-site.

In contrast, we make the most of prefab commercial building materials to eliminate residual waste. Our precise manufacturing process in a controlled factory setting reduces the amount of scrap and offcuts generated during construction. This means you pay only for the resources we use, unlike when you build on-site with wood. In addition, we carefully engineer every aspect of your commercial structure to meet your area’s building codes and loads. That’s how we avoid excessive material usage and any structural stability problems down the road.

Craft durable, long-lasting commercial buildings.

The steel we use in a prefab commercial building is highly durable against harsh weather conditions, contributing to your structure’s longevity and worry-free use.

Structures that can withstand nature

Do you live in an area with heavy snowfall, deadly hurricanes, and high winds? You can protect your business by building a commercial building with steel. Prefabricated steel buildings will also safeguard your investment against earthquakes. Plus, they are non-combustible and unlikely to burn down, making them suitable for wildfire-prone zones or if you’re simply worried about fires igniting and destroying your machinery, equipment, and other assets.

Better warranties

At Armstrong Steel, we stand behind the quality and durability of every prefab commercial building we make by providing the longest warranties. Our pre-engineered steel buildings are backed by a 50-year warranty, longer than the industry standard. Additionally, you will get a 35-year warranty on the roof and a 40-year guarantee for the coatings. All this gives you greater peace of mind when your commercial structure remains attractive and functional for many years.

More design possibilities with prefabricated steel buildings

One of the misconceptions about prefab steel structures is that they look too industrial for commercial applications. Surely, you wouldn’t want your medical center, restaurant, or strip mall to look like a warehouse.

Don’t worry. At Armstrong Steel, we maximize the design flexibility of the prefab commercial building to realize any look. Our goal is to create aesthetically pleasing and unique structures that align with your branding requirements or corporate image.

Design flexibility

We may call them ‘prefabricated,’ but that doesn’t mean our steel buildings come in limited sizes or generic features.

In fact, pre-engineering allows us to customize their interior layout. Do you need a column-free interior for your warehouse, multi-story office, or community center? We can do that. Do you want to accommodate large vehicles? We can incorporate wider openings with sliding, overhead, or rolling doors. If you’re in the warehousing business, we can even design internal dividers to create customizable storage units.

Essentially, while our buildings are pre-engineered for efficiency, they’re far from generic. We tailor each prefab commercial building to meet your specific requirements.

Versatility for any application

Commercial steel buildings are more versatile than traditional construction. We can design your building with any framing system to meet your exact specifications. Their ability to span greater distances without internal support makes them ideal for a wide range of applications, from spacious manufacturing plants to equestrian facilities, recreational centers, and even places of worship. And with a modular frame, you can expand your prefab commercial building lengthwise or build up to add additional floors. All these are unachievable with wood and other conventional materials.

Create aesthetically pleasing commercial buildings.

At Armstrong Steel, we can deliver custom pre-engineered commercial buildings that are designed to integrate with other construction materials, giving you complete freedom in choosing your interior and exterior finishes — whether you prefer the classic look of brick and shingles or something more modern. You don’t have to worry about your building having an overly industrial appearance. You can create a space that reflects your brand and makes a lasting impression on your customers!

Long-term savings with your commercial building

A prefab commercial building can be more cost-effective in the long run. It’s not just about the durability and innate weather resistance. Our buildings are also energy efficient, thanks to their rigid-frame construction that can support any insulation. This helps reduce the structure’s maintenance requirements by preventing moisture, mold, and mildew problems. Plus, it can reduce your cooling and heating costs without compromising comfort and safety indoors. 

 Entrust your commercial building to an established fabricator

As a business owner, you need an attractive and reliable commercial building for profitable and efficient operations. A prefab commercial building is a good choice as long as it comes from a trusted and established manufacturer, Armstrong Steel.

Create your dream commercial building.

We understand that your business needs may evolve over time, so we design customizable prefabricated steel buildings that can grow with you. Our team of expert consultants will work closely with you to create a versatile building that perfectly meets your current requirements while allowing for future expansion. We prioritize top-notch craftsmanship and efficiency. You can be confident that your building will not only be durable but also built to last for years to come.

We have the experience.

Armstrong Steel is a proud leader in creative design and innovative prefab commercial building techniques. Using modern equipment and tools, we can manufacture steel buildings quickly and accurately and deliver them to you, no matter where you are in the US.

Are you looking for a prefab commercial building for your business? Let our team at Armstrong Steel take care of it. Contact us today for a custom quote based on your design, location, and other requirements. If you want to speak to our building consultants, feel free to call us at 1-800-345-4610.

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