Why Pre-engineered Steel Buildings are a Great Option for Expanding your Manufacturing Facility

Manufacturers tend to require lots of space to get things made. Raeco Builders has worked on many manufacturing facilities, and, in our humble opinion, pre-engineered steel buildings are often the best choice for this type of project. As an established general contractor, Raeco Builders has the experience and expertise to help you get the most out of your manufacturing facility.

Pre-engineered steel buildings are cost-effective, durable, and versatile, making them perfect for manufacturing facilities. Below, we've listed some reasons manufacturers should put pre-engineered steel buildings at the top of their list.

1. Cost-effective

Pre-engineered steel buildings are more cost-effective than traditional construction methods. In addition, steel is a strong material that can withstand heavy loads, making it ideal for manufacturing facilities.

2. Durable

Pre-engineered steel buildings are also more durable than other types of construction. Steel is resistant to fire, wind, and snow loads, making it ideal for manufacturing facilities.

3. Versatile

Pre-engineered steel buildings are versatile and can be customized to meet the specific needs of manufacturing facilities. Steel buildings can be designed to accommodate different manufacturing processes and equipment.

4. Fast to Construct

Pre-engineered steel buildings are delivered to the building site partially assembled. As a result, steel buildings can be erected quickly, minimizing manufacturing downtime.

5. Environmentally Friendly

Pre-engineered steel buildings are environmentally friendly. Steel is a recyclable material, making it an excellent choice for manufacturing facilities interested in sustainable construction.

6. Low maintenance

Pre-engineered steel buildings require little maintenance. Steel is a durable material that does not corrode, making it ideal for manufacturing facilities looking for a low-maintenance option. 

7. Energy efficient

Pre-engineered steel buildings are energy efficient. With proper insulation and planning, steel buildings can be very energy efficient, making them ideal for manufacturing facilities that need to regulate temperature.

8. Safe and secure

Pre-engineered steel buildings are safe and secure. Steel is a strong material that can withstand high winds and earthquakes.

9. Aesthetically Pleasing

No reason your building needs to be boring! Steel buildings can be designed in just about any way you like. When expanding, pre-engineered steel buildings can be designed to match the existing architecture of manufacturing facilities.

If you have questions about any of these benefits or if you want to learn how a pre-engineered steel building will benefit your manufacturing operations, contact us! We'd be happy to chat about your manufacturing building needs and see how we can help.


If you'd like to see some of our work, check out the 100,000 square foot expansion project we did with Trussbilt in Huron, South Dakota.