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Project Spotlight: South Utah Valley Waste District Expansion

Project Spotlight on SUVSWD’s New Environmental Facility by Western Steel Buildings

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Roof Types

Steel Building Roof Styles Looking to enhance the aesthetics of a steel building project? Western has you covered.™ Our steel building solutions can easily incorporate multiple roof options. When designing a pre-eng, hybrid, or structural steel building, the roof style can significantly impact its appearance and functionality. Consider the following six common roof styles, each …

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Project Spotlight: Jayco Hawaii

Steel Building Solutions for Your Business Architectural Metal Fabrication At Western Steel, we’ve worked diligently to earn a solid reputation by understanding and achieving comprehensive steel building solutions for our clients. We were up for the challenge when our client needed to expand in Hawaii. Jayco is an architectural metal contractor specializing in various architectural …

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Distribution Facility

These large facilities consist of state-of-the-art technology and a variety of building types and sizes to support processing orders. Conventional construction methods such as tilt or structural steel are outdated for this type of structure. At Western Steel Buildings, our Solutioncentric™ building systems bring our clients incredible cost and time savings.

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Vehicle Maintenance Facility

Building a new non-residential project can be streamlined with the team at Western Steel. From concept to completion and beyond, we offer comprehensive metal building solutions.

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Project Spotlight: Flex Office Space

Steel Building Solutions for Your Business Design Considerations for a Flex Office Space In Big Sky Montana, our client recently completed construction on four phases of flex office space for lease. Each of the four pre-engineered structures provided by our team at Western Steel Buildings houses between six and eight individual units. Flexible office space …

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Project Spotlight: Commercial Storage Buildings

Steel Building Solutions for Your Business At Western Steel, our team is ready to assist on your next Commercial Steel Storage Building. Our steel building systems are ideal for large and small business storage solutions. We offer a variety of design options, including self-storage adaptable to two-story units, industrial warehousing, heavy machinery storage, cold storage, …

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Project Spotlight: Sunbelt Rentals

Steel Building Solutions for Your Business Sunbelt Rentals As the increase in construction continues, so does the demand for construction equipment. Sunbelt Rentals, founded in 1983, has been expanding since its inception. They provide equipment rentals for various industries, from agricultural to event rentals and more. Sunbelt Rentals now has eight locations in Utah. The …

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Project Spotlight: Park City Rain Gutter

Steel Building Solutions for Your Business Park City Rain Gutter Steel buildings are used in many industries, including commercial and retail applications. Their popularity is on the rise due to their vast benefits. Doug Applebaum, owner of Park City Rain Gutter chose a steel building system when he needed to expand his business. He needed …

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The 22nd Dream Ride Experience

The Dream Ride is more than a ride, it’s an experience of a lifetime! The Dream Ride Experience At Western Steel Buildings, we’re on cloud nine after sponsoring and participating in the 22nd Dream Ride Experience this past weekend in Farmington, CT. The event is hosted each year by The Hometown Foundation, a non-profit that …

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Mendocino Brewing Company

Steel Brewery Solution: Mendocino County Developer Gary Breen’s vision to elevate Hopland, California to a unique destination that includes boutique wineries, breweries, and an array of cannabis infused products on a dreamscape of beautiful Northern California farmland is nearly complete.  The construction for Felix Creek Cellars was just the beginning, a 57,000 square foot building …

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Project Spotlight: Feliz Creek Cellars

Steel Winery Solution: Feliz Creek Cellars Feliz Creek Cellars is a family owned and operated winery that produces small batch wines using only the finest grapes grown on the estate vineyards. In addition, they are an exemplary resource for premium winemakers in Mendocino County, California.  When Gary Breen of Feliz Creek Cellars contacted us at …

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Western Steel Hybrid Building Systems

Western Steel works with Architects, Developers, Contractors, & Business Owners across North America by Providing Pre-Engineered, Hybrid, & Structural Steel Building Solutions.

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Insulated Metal Panels

Benefits of Building with Insulated Metal Panels  If you’re still building with concrete tilt or precast, you need to ask yourself… why? The building envelope has evolved, and Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) are changing the future of new construction. Major retailers like Ikea, Whole Foods, Amazon and more are choosing pre-engineered steel building systems clad …

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Project Spotlight: Model Linen

Industrial Laundry & Linen Supply When Matthew Toliver, owner of Model Linen in Ogden, Utah needed to upgrade his facility, he chose a pre-engineered steel building system and insulated metal wall panels from Western Steel. Hear about his experience firsthand in the video below. WSB Model Linen Testimonial 2021.mov from Western Steel Buildings on Vimeo. …

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Project Spotlight: Epic RV

The newest RV Dealership in Helper, Utah opened for business in 2021, with help from a pre-engineered steel building system designed and supplied by Western Steel Buildings. This multi-use commercial building was designed with a parapet wall for maximum roadside signage and curb appeal. This structure utilizes the economical application of PBR roof and wall …

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Commerical Grow Facility

Project Spotlight: BlackStar Industrial Properties

Our Western pre-engineered or structural steel building systems coupled with insulated metal panels create an ideal envelope for indoor agriculture and distribution facilities. https://vimeo.com/636366029BlackStar Industrial Properties: DHS Location | Steel Building Systems provided by Western Steel Buildings DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA BlackStar Industrial Properties created a unique, state-of-the-art facility. The clean lines and accent colors …

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Project Spotlight: Contact Climbing

Explore the new yoga studio, fitness facility, and climbing gym… conveniently located in one unique building, that everyone in St. George, Utah is talking about! At Western Steel, we demonstrate the necessity for creativity and innovation based on real life experiences with our diverse portfolio of building projects. When the team at Contact Climbing were …

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Project Spotlight: Realine Steel

At Western Steel, we innovate complex and adaptable steel buildings for sophisticated projects. When Realine Steel, a division of Building Zone Industries, outgrew their old facility and needed to upgrade their beam processing machine to optimize workflow and increase production, the team at Western Steel took a creative engineering approach.  The result, a state-of-the-art, skillfully designed …

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Project Spotlight: Big Island Grown

HILO, HAWAI’I  Completed in 2018, Big Island Grown has adapted environmentally sustainable business practices, utilizing solar on the roof and hydroelectric to power the facility. These sustainable practices helped them achieve a net zero-energy footprint! This attractive and sleek two-story structure measures 100’x175’x32’. Big Island Grown worked with the team at Western Steel in the …

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Project Spotlight: Honolulu Airport Walkway

The Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) formerly known as the Honolulu Airport is the largest airport in the state of Hawaii. It is located on the island of O’ahu, providing connecting flights to the neighboring islands and allowing visitors from around the world to explore and enjoy all of what Hawaii has to offer. Annually the …

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Hangar

Project Spotlight: Heber Hangars

The Heber Valley Airport (KHCR) is a private airport that is located 40 miles southeast of Salt Lake City, Utah.  KHCR has come a long way since first opening in 1947 as Heber Valley Flying Sevices, with a 3,300 foot graded out runway. Upon first opening most of  their clientele were World War II veterans that …

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Project Spotlight: Buffalo Chip Saloon and Steakhouse

Welcome to Cave Creek, Arizona a small town right outside of Phoenix that fully embodies the old west style and spirit. Here you’ll find a close-knit community and a gorgeous landscape with lots to offer. Located deep in the heart of Cave Creek is a community staple named, The Buffalo Chip Saloon and Steakhouse. This establishment …

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Project Spotlight: Green River Public Safety Building

At Western Steel, we are committed to leading our industry with innovative products, outstanding customer service, and a team of highly skilled professionals. Check out this pre-engineered steel building system we provided for the city of Green River, Utah. Our Western Steel building systems can be adapted to any design. The Green River Public Safety …

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Project Spotlight: Heber Gateway Plaza

Read on for more information on this Commercial Metal Building System from Western Steel Buildings.  At Western, we understand design flexibility is crucial to the success of a project. When the late Ivan Broman of Broman Architects approached us regarding his plans for the Gateway Office Center in Heber City, he wasn’t sure if we …

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Western Steel Buildings Charity: Walk for Love

This September, Western Steel Buildings had the opportunity to participate as a sponsor for the fifth annual Walk for Love event. The Western team had a great time attending the event, and hosting games for everyone to play. This spectacular walk was hosted by Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Salt Lake City, Utah. Shriners Hospital …

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Steel Recreational Building

Project Spotlight: Recreational Building

Design possibilities are endless with Western Steel Buildings. We work closely with our clients to custom design each  structure to achieve the building of their dreams, with ease. For intricate and sophisticated building projects, Western has you covered. Building Specifications End Use: Basketball Gym Frame Type: Straight Dimensions: 45’x90’x23.10′ Colors: Cool Zinc Gray, Cool Matte …

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Advantages of a Metal Roof

When you build with Western Steel Buildings, we present a variety of roofing options for your steel structure. Depending on what you are looking for in terms of value, longevity, and energy efficiency we will assist you in choosing the best option, as well as elevate your return on investment. All of our panels are …

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Community Spotlight: Waves for Water

At Western Steel Buildings, we make it a priority to make a positive impact with everything we do. This value not only to applies to our customer relationships, but expansively to our impact in the community and largely to the world around us. That’s the sole reason why each year, Western Steel Buildings acknowledges multiple …

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Project Spotlight: Blue Sky Ranch Riding Arena

Custom Building Systems The Blue Sky Equestrian Center is the latest addition to the world class resort at the Blue Sky Ranch property. It’s a state of the art Luxury Ranch, that is owned and operated by the well known Auberge Resorts. Nestled between the Wasatch and Unitas Mountains, this structure soaks in all of the best views …

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Steel Storage Building

Project Spotlight: Contagious Boutique’s Storage Facility

Read on for more information on custom metal building systems from Western Steel Buildings. Steel Storage Building| Custom Garage Door50′ x 90′ x 16′Charleston, Utah This steel storage facility may look industrialized on the exterior yet, the interior has quite the different look. Filled with trendy gifts and clothing, this structure headquarters of Contagious Botique. …

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Community Spotlight: Running with Ed

At Western Steel Buildings we make it a priority to be involved with and to provide service to our community.  This past Spring we had the opportunity to sponsor a team of teachers in the Running with Ed (RWE) Relay Race. RWE is a 38 mile 10 leg race that winds around the home town of our design …

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Project Spotlight: The Sandbar’s New Recreational Facility

The Sandbar Indoor Volleyball Facility The Sandbar is home to Utah’s first indoor/outdoor beach volleyball facility. It is conveniently located in North Salt Lake, Utah. By utilizing a clear span design for the 100’x210’ footprint, it allowed more than enough space for five indoor sand volleyball courts, without any column obstructions on the courts. In addition, this …

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Go Green! Western Steel Buildings can help with your next LEED project.

Trying to reduce your carbon footprint? Western has you covered. At Western Steel Buildings we are proud to announce our participation in the LEED certification system. We offer structural designs to meet the qualifications of LEED certification. LEED stands for, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It’s building, while being eco conscious. More specifically, it …

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