Steel frames are now used in the construction of 70% of multi-storey commercial buildings in the UK. It’s not hard to see why steel construction is so popular for commercial buildings as it’s material for creating a huge range of buildings, from offices and business centres, through to shops and warehouses. Here at Steelwork Engineering we have many years of experience of working with the commercial sector, providing cost-effective building solutions.

Why choose steel for commercial construction?

Choosing to build a commercial building from steel offers a wide range of benefits, not least in terms of construction costs. Steel buildings are quick to build and because all components are made-to-measure off-site, significant savings can be made during the construction phase of a project.

Steel is also incredibly versatile and offers the opportunity to create flexible designs which are easy adapted or extended at a later date. This helps to ensure that steel buildings provide a long-term solution, allowing your business to grow and expand over time.

We have the expertise to design, manufacture and construct a steel building to meet your exact requirements. Whether you are considering a major multi-storey construction project or have a simple agricultural building in mind, using our steel building design and build service can help you save time and money.

Get in touch with Steelwork Engineering to find out more

If you’re looking for a cost-effective way to expand or re-locate your commercial business premises, get in touch to find out more about our steel construction services. We are a UK company based in Yorkshire and work with businesses throughout the UK. Contacting us is simple: call 01535 630100 or email info@steelworkengineering .com.

At Steelwork Engineering we provide a design and installation service for adjustable steel racking. Ideal for use in a wide range of settings, such as industrial units, stock rooms, builders’ yards, warehouses and farm buildings, installing steel racking offers a highly effective way to maximise space and improve efficiency.

Our steel racking systems are installed using floor mounted ‘L’ shaped steel column and support beams to provide the main structure. We can then drill multiple holes in the face of each column to allow for the adjustable fixing of racking arms. The racking systems we design and install are incredibly robust and ideal for storing everything from stock and equipment, through to building materials and much more.

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If you would like to find out more about our design and installation service for bespoke adjustable steel racking, please get in touch by calling 01535 630100 or email info@steelworkengineering.com

What are the benefits of prefabricated steel construction?

When compared to traditional reinforced concrete, steel frame construction offers a wide range of advantages. From lower costs and enhanced sustainability through to flexibility and improved health and safety, increasing numbers of building projects are now making the most of prefabricated steel construction.

In contrast to reinforced concrete, steel construction using a prefabricated steel frame can reduce the costs of a building project by up to 3%. Using prefabricated steel makes the most of the advantages of off-site construction, by helping to improve the speed of construction. Prefabricated steel buildings offer a number of benefits including:

• Steel is an extremely durable form of construction material, offering the capability to include large, unsupported spans
• Flexibility is also improved thanks to the ability to create larger open spaces which can be divided up at a later date
• Foundation costs are reduced thanks to steel’s superb strength to weight ratio
• Steel framed buildings can be easily adapted during the construction process; for example if the client wants to alter their plans
• Using prefabricated steel can significantly reduce construction times
• Reduce construction times mean less time spent by fewer people on-site
• Other trades are able to access the construction site earlier
• Better use can be made of the construction site
• Steel resists corrosion and offers increased fire protection
• Services are easier to integrate

Prefabricated steel buildings designed, manufactured and constructed by Steelwork Engineering

At Steelwork Engineering we have decades of experience in the design, manufacture and construction of prefabricated steel buildings. From structural steelwork and architectural metalwork, through to steel stairs, walkways and gantries, our products and services offer an excellent way to minimise the cost of a building project.

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Steel construction is becoming increasingly commonplace and is now widely used in the building of business, residential, industrial and commercial buildings. So, why has building with steel become so popular and what are the benefits of this type of construction?
Quick, flexible construction
The fast construction time the process offers is perhaps the most significant benefit of steel frame fabrication is t. Fabricated steel construction results in super-fast construction times, particularly in projects where structural steel components are manufactured off-site and partly assembled, ready for use as soon as they arrive on site. Not only does this reduce build-time, it also helps to improve site safety as fewer staff are required on site for less time.
In addition, unlike concrete buildings, steel frame buildings are ready for immediate use once they arrive on site because they don’t need time to set. Furthermore, steel frame buildings also provide exceptional adaptability as they can be easily extended, modernised or updated, ensuring a future-proof, long-term investment.
A cost effective solution
By opting for a steel fabricated building design, rather than concrete, for example, construction time is reduced, resulting in a reduction in the overall cost of the project. Choosing steel over concrete can result in impressive time savings without having to compromise on the quality of the completed building. Savings are also possible when it comes to waste management as the amount of waste generated during steel construction is limited as the building is constructed according to a set of detailed measurements. Therefore the structural steel elements of the building are fabricated off site ready to be delivered, therefore reducing the costs which can be incurred by on-site storage.
Building foundations tends to be one of the biggest costs of most construction projects but by choosing a steel frame building, the foundations are significantly cheaper to build because the completed structure is lighter and will not put as much force onto the foundations. Therefore it is possible to use smaller and therefore cheaper foundations.
Durable buildings designed and built to last
Steel framed buildings are incredibly robust, durable and weather resistant and won’t shrink rust, or corrode. In addition, steel frame buildings manufactured by Steelwork Engineering are designed and built with the utmost precision, ensuring the highest standards of quality and a worthwhile investment.
A greener approach to construction
Sustainability is last but by no means least on our list. Whilst there’s no doubt that steel framed buildings offer a number of benefits, it’s also worth bearing in mind that using steel in a construction project can be a good way to increase your environmental credentials. Designed to last an incredibly long time, steel can also be re-cycled several times without compromising on quality.
To find out more about steel framed buildings, our products or services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch by calling 01535 630100 or email info@steelworkengineering.com

Steel framed buildings designed and installed by Steelwork Engineering

When it comes to choosing a framing material for multi-story buildings, steel is by far the UK construction industry’s most popular choice. Thanks to its long and proven track record of delivering cost-effective, high-quality, sustainable structures, steel has become to the go-to choice when constructing schools and educational buildings.

The construction of school buildings involves a range of particular design requirements which must be adhered to, including flexible use of space, spatial planning, acoustics, vibration control and durability. However, the requirements change depending on the type of building so, for example, an infant or primary school, although based on a standard grid-design of multiple classrooms, will be different to a secondary school or college which is likely to be multi-storey. In addition, high education buildings have to be designed to accommodate staff offices, laboratories, lecture theatres and even halls of residence.

However, perhaps the biggest challenge when constructing schools and educational buildings is speed. Fast construction times are essential to ensure that the construction of new buildings is completed within an academic year, or in some cases over the long summer holidays. Speed is important in order to minimise any potential disturbance to the sight and to ensure disruption to pupils and students is kept as low as possible.

Steel construction offers the ideal solution to such time constraints and as a result, has achieved a strong place in the market for all types of educational buildings. Not only does steel construction allow for buildings to be constructed into modular elements, designed to be quickly assembled on site, it also allows for shallower than normal floor construction which helps aid acoustic performance and reduce vibration.

Cost-effectiveness is where steel really is top of the class though as this form of construction offers a wide range of economic benefits for all sizes of project: from extensions to primary school buildings to brand-new halls of residence and university buildings. Steel construction offers savings in a number of areas including quicker erection times, flexible and future-proof design, off-site manufacture and the extension or construction of buildings with an existing constricted space.

Get in touch with Steelwork Engineering

To find out more about the benefits of steel construction, or to discuss your project requirements, get in touch with Steelwork Engineering at: info@steelworkengineering.com or by calling 01535 630100.