"The history of steel production and implementation can be traced back almost 4,000 years to the start of the iron age. The earliest archeological excavation of early examples are dated around 1800 BC; since then it has weathered the...
Completing a large commercial construction project is a huge undertaking. In traditional construction, this can mean that thousands of people from different companies are all trying to work together to achieve the same goal. Often...
Depending on various factors, the length it takes to design and build a steel building can vary. Factors from redesigns to building complications and even some that may be out of human control can all impact the duration of the delivery. Below are a...
Designing a new structure with non-standard structural components? You need an experienced custom metal fabrication company who can design, draw, and manufacture the platforms and structures that will ultimately shape and support your construction....
Steel buildings have been growing in popularity across America as their usefulness becomes apparent and people realize what can be accomplished with modern technology. Steel buildings are environmentally friendly, provide a high value for their...
If the exterior of your steel building needs an upgrade to improve your property's curb appeal, brick veneer provides an attractive and affordable solution. Brick veneer provides the same attractive appearance as brick, but costs thousands of...
It is not easy to stick to a strict budget, especially for a large commercial construction project. You must have a lot of patience, negotiation skills, and you must begin planning from the start. There are aspects of the project that you cannot...
Steel buildings have proven themselves to be durable and strong, useful for commercial and agricultural buildings or for freestanding garages and sheds on residential lots. However, some people have concerns as to the safety of steel buildings and...
One of the qualities of steel is a very high melting point. Steel requires about 3 to 4 thousand degrees to melt. Because of this characteristic, many people do not see the need to fireproof steel buildings. Even though in the event of a fire the...
When it comes to choosing a material for your next project, you're likely considering either concrete or steel. So how do the two measure up against each other? See why steel is really the best choice for longevity, maintenance, and the...
Over the past decade, we have watched the construction and engineering industries progress immensely. From different techniques to new methods of creating the amazing buildings that you see on a daily basis, you will be pleased with the variety of...
Although structural steel is used to erect huge items such as skyscrapers due to its strength and ability to hold much more weight than other materials, it can also be used in smaller commercial buildings, homes, apartment complexes and so much...
You want to either flip a house or improve the one you live in, but you also do not feel comfortable with a home full of chaos and workers. Rather than hiring a crew, you can choose a design-builder who handles the renovations and works hand in hand...
When constructing a new building a designer has a fresh slate to form and create a building completely like any other. Lately, several designers have made the decision to design their building with structural steel framing. There are...
Recent studies have shown that cars, trucks, homes and other large ticket items built with steel are more sustainable than those made with aluminum. This is because the production process required to produce steel components generates fewer...
Steel is arguably the most popular metal used in the construction of structures such as multi-storey buildings, shopping centers, stadia and other commercial development. Apart from the strength and durability of the materials, architects and...
While other industries are downsizing, steel seems to be here to stay. But why is that? Here are five interesting facts that, we think, go a long way towards explaining why steel has stuck around for as long as it has, and seems to be ready to stick...
Lawsuits pertaining to construction defects are frequently brought against general contractors, building owners, subcontractors, and buyers. Construction defect disputes often involve many different issues. However, since steel reinforced concrete...
In a field where pencils, pens, protractors, and eventually calculators were the mainstay for years, technology has taken over and made the job of a structural steel detailer easier and diverse. Manual drafting is now going defunct because most...
A design contractor can help you put together a plan for an upcoming remodel. As you look to hire one of these professionals, there are many questions you should ask to help ensure you are hiring a reputable contractor who is right for your job....
Wood has been the preferred material for the construction of homes and most other types of structures for many years. The wide availability, self-replenishing nature and ease of use are the reasons for this. However, with today’s modern...
A construction design or architectural design assistant is not a licensed architect - much like a paralegal, they do the work of helping turn the architect's vision into reality.
Because of this, they are normally hired by architects - if you...
When it comes to the types of materials you can recycle, steel comes in at number one. There are a number of reasons why steel recycling is important, but knowing more about the full story can make you more likely to actually contribute to the...
Modern manufacturing demands make steel alloys necessary for industrial applications. Different alloys have different properties. They retain steel’s strength and in some cases can add new properties. Here are a few examples of common alloys...
Sustainable development, or sustainability, is aimed at making everyone’s lives better, both for now and for our future generations. It encompasses social, economic, and environmental dimensions along with the idea of stewardship and...
Steel has been used in construction since the first skyscrapers were built in the late 19th century. But recently, steel has become an option for smaller buildings and even personal residences. Using steel has certain advantages:
Steel is...
Lean manufacturing seeks to ensure there is no waste in the process, and it continues to become more and more refined every year. With structural steel fabricating, it is working to increase productivity and decrease costs, materials and...
Selecting the best metal fabricator for your project is essential. The fabricator you choose will be your partner for the duration of the project. You need to find one who is trustworthy and who will communicate with you readily. There is no one set...
Steel fabrication is the process of making raw steel into a product or an item that can be used in construction or assembly. Steel is an alloy of iron and other metals - and there are many kinds of steel - which are used in structural and...
Constructing a new building means having a plan - and these days, the plan is often created with the help of a computer. This involves two things - BIM and Virtual Construction.
BIM stands for Building Information Model. This refers to a model...
People often use the terms metal fabrication and welding interchangeably, although they are closely connected in some ways, there is a difference between the two.
What is metal fabrication?
Metal fabrication includes bending,...
There's a wide range of raw materials that are needed for metal fabrication and knowing which items to keep on hand can help speed up the fabrication process and make sure that workers are always supplied with what they need. Here are a few...
The purpose of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, or PCI DSS, is to protect the customer account data of organizations. The main PCI Standard objectives for organizations include: protecting cardholder data, maintaining security...
The AISC's certification programs are the most widely recognized standard for the structural steel industry. Their goal is to help companies build quality structures, focusing on error prevention at the beginning of the project, rather than...
The term “fabricator” can be used to describe a number of different occupations. In general, the word refers to anyone who builds or creates a machine or other object. In practice, however, the term most often is used to refer to people...
Midwest Steel of Detroit Michigan announced today that they have been awarded a significant structural steel contract to build the replacement hospital at Fort Bliss, Texas.
Midwest Steel is pleased to have been selected for the structural steel...
Midwest Steel, Inc. Is Committed To Construction Job Site Safety
The Association of Union Contractors has recently named Midwest Steel as a winner of the 2013 Thomas J. Reynolds Safety Award.
This prestigious award recognizes Midwest Steel for...
Midwest Steel conducted the “topping out ceremony” at the Wichita-Mid Continent Airport Terminal on June 10 2013. This ceremony is a tradition in the structural steel industry that serves as a milestone that steel work on a project is...
Members of the management and staff of Midwest Steel, Inc. participated in the 2013 Habitat for Humanity "Blitz Build" project on Saturday, August 24th. This home is one of seven homes being built in one week by volunteers from the...
Roundtable and panel discussions, guest speakers, implementation workshops, and more featured in the two-day professional development seminar.
Midwest Steel rounded out November with our annual professional development seminar highlighting...
North America’s largest structural steel contractor, Midwest Steel today announced designation as a Qualified Erector S2 by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI).
Earning PCI Qualified Erector status is an important and...
See how Midwest Steel works as a team to implement the latest BIM technology into every phase of structural steel construction.
Midwest Steel, one of North America's largest structural steel contractors, has announced the release of the...
Midwest Steel of Detroit Michigan announced today that they have been awarded an important structural steel contract to modify NASA’s Mobile Launcher for the new Space Launch System at Kennedy Space Center.
