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Structural & Miscellaneous

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Bond Renovation Trellis

Is this a joint venture: No
Category: Structural & Miscellaneous
Designed by: Fabricator/Architect Jointly
Total Labor Hours: 4570
Finish Type: Black primer
Materials Used: 6,744' of 4" x 2" rectangular steel tube and 3,048’ of 2" square steel tube
General Description: We were challenged to create an atrium trellis inside an existing building during their renovation. The trellis intent was to consume the ground floor and take up a footprint of 160' long x 34' wide. With heights varying from 13' to 21' high. The trellis encapsulates the eight existing structural columns that were not square to the world and with varied dimensional spacing. The greatest challenge was the mere size of the trellis arches with the entrance into the building which was only 13' wide by 7' high! (Arches were as large as 20’11” x 32’ weighing 2,721 pounds). The entire project became a game of Tetris with material logistics amongst other trades, material handling, limited door opening, scaffolding, etc. Fabrication of the atrium in the shop was figured as "subframes" no larger than the door opening; while keeping weight in mind as well for maneuverability.

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Canopy and Thermally Broken Storefront

Is this a joint venture: No
Joint Company Name:
Category: Structural & Miscellaneous
Designed by: Architect
Total Labor Hours: 2000
Finish Type: Statuary brown patina and clear laquer.
Materials Used: Mild Steel, Aluminum, Glass and Brass
General Description: We were contracted to detail, build, and install two 20' tall thermally broken storefronts and an integrated brass and glass canopy and gutter system. The storefront scope included providing and installing structural steel elements, detailing a custom thermally broken aluminum window and door system and cladding it in custom brass profiles. The canopies are constructed of fabricated steel profiles clad in brass, with custom fabricated tie back housings and turnbuckle covers. Canopies were assembled in the field and all structural connections were capped in custom threaded faux rivets fitted to threaded rods.

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Custom Canopy

Is this a joint venture: No
Category: Structural & Miscellaneous
Designed by: Fabricator
Total Labor Hours: 2967
Finish Type: Sherwin Williams performance coating
Materials Used: W beams, C channels, A 36 plate, and brushed 304 stainless steel
General Description: This canopy showcases a blend of coated AESS (Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel) supports and a sleek, perforated stainless steel underside. The custom, laser cut stainless steel skin highlights the structural steel while offering a glimpse of the sky above. Inspired by the customer’s vision, our in-house design team transformed the concept into reality. The canopy’s free-standing cantilever design centers around a meticulously engineered corner connection, a standout feature that presented an exciting challenge. This corner alone incorporates over 104 structural bolts to secure six main beams in perfect harmony. With more than 65,000 pounds of steel and stainless steel used, the result is a one-of-a-kind structure that pushes the boundaries of craftsmanship and design.

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Elevated pool

Is this a joint venture: No
Category: Structural & Miscellaneous
Designed by: Fabricator/Architect Jointly
Total Labor Hours: 600
Finish Type: Epoxy Primer, Epoxy Paint
Materials Used: Steel and Stainless Steel
General Description: The elevated pool project consisted of many facets from structural steel components to decorative lit stainless cable deck rail and a lower level party room. The structure consisted of 8 - 8"x8"x1/2" square tube legs connected by 12"x6"x1/2" rectangular tube cross braces to hold the 40'x12' modular swimming pool. The corner posts have three custom fabricated 1/4" plate gussets to support a cantilever deck. It took two 1/4" plates with a 3" bar on the edges to create a 3 1/2" wide gusset - fully welded and ground smooth for the appearance of no seams - 7' tall and stretched 7' out to hold the elevated upper deck around the pool, which consisted of galvanized concrete pans, poured concrete deck with approximately 300' stainless cable rail with custom low voltage led lights placed every 18". Along with the pool, deck and railing sitting above, there is a 40' x 12' entertainment party room created in the space under the pool.

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Historic Cemetery Entry Arch

Is this a joint venture: No
Category: Structural & Miscellaneous
Designed by: Fabricator
Total Labor Hours: 80+
Finish Type: Painted Black
Materials Used: Steel tube and flat
General Description: This custom-fabricated entry arch was the final piece to this cemetery renovation. Volunteers from the church restored and repaired all the headstones dating back to the 1870s, and we designed, fabricated and installed this arch to complete their project as a gift to the church. Two short concrete columns and footers were poured in place and the arch mounted on those. The letters were laser-cut from 1/4" flat, the scrolls are 1" flat. The cross was also made using 1" flat.

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Main Entrance Steel Canopy

Is this a joint venture: Yes
Category: Structural & Miscellaneous
Designed by: Fabricator/Architect Jointly
Total Labor Hours: 1190
Finish Type: Galvanized and Finish Paint
Materials Used: Carbon steel
General Description: Detail, fabricate, and install two identical curved steel canopies for a new main entrance. Each canopy is 15' tall, 8' wide and 90' long. Fully fabricated and preassembled in shop before getting galvanized. The 50 individual wave panels were Lazor cut by another friendly fab shop and sent to our shop to get fit into place. Once the canopy returned from galvanizing, 1200 holes were drilled and tapped, and 1000 nuts were welded to the frame so the wave panels could have a bolted connection to the whole canopy frame. Each canopy was shipped and installed in eight individual frame sections and eight columns.

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MID-CENTURY MODERN PERGOLA

Is this a joint venture: No
Category: Structural & Miscellaneous
Designed by: Fabricator
Total Labor Hours: 114
Finish Type: Painted
Materials Used: Rectangle steel tubing and 1/4" laser cut aluminum
General Description: This client wanted a pergola that would provide both shade and some sun, but they didn’t want to sacrifice any style. The pergola repeats the modern geometric pattern used on an existing drive gate that we designed and fabricated for them a couple years prior. The frame is made from painted galvanized steel rectangle tubing and ¼” thick laser cut aluminum for the panels. The project required collaboration with an architect to get engineering specifications and collaboration with a contractor to add structural supports to the existing wood deck. The Pergola hit the mark for the homeowner’s goal of defining an outdoor living space, providing some shade under its canopy while complementing the style of the house and gate.

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Ramping Up

Is this a joint venture: No
Category: Structural & Miscellaneous
Designed by: Architect
Total Labor Hours: 1969
Finish Type: Paint
Materials Used: Mild steel. I-beams.
General Description: This project presented new and exciting challenges for our team. The steel structure cantilevers form two central concrete columns. Creatively designed CNC-cut templates enabled us to accurately map out the layout for the structure. The project involved large cast Connex connectors spliced to the ends of 6" pipes. The welding process required multiple passes, followed by a smooth grind for a seamless finish. Due to the cantilever design, the erection phase required careful sequencing, utilizing both a crane and forklift to lift and position two pieces at a time. The execution of this project by our team was truly impressive, and it has become our favorite project to date. It pushed us to "ramp up" our capacity even further!