BZI Steel – Project Spotlight
Engineered to accommodate oversized access requirements, the BZI Steel clear-span facility was delivered by Western Steel Buildings and features a 72′ × 20′6″ sidewall opening to support heavy fabrication operations.
Project Spotlight
Heber Light & Power
Utility Operations & Service Facility
Heber Light & Power partnered with Western Steel Buildings to develop a durable, purpose-built operations facility engineered for long-term municipal service. Western Steel used customer-supplied drawings to align structural framing, insulation requirements, and exterior wall systems to the utility provider’s operational needs.
The resulting 15,444 sq. ft. single-slope structure features high-performance insulated metal panels (IMPs), a Loc Seam roof system, and a tapered-frame design that supports durability, efficiency, and reduced maintenance. This project reflects Western Steel’s ability to deliver specialized steel facilities that meet the functional and architectural demands of essential service providers.
Project Scope & Scale
- Use: Utility Operations & Service Facility
- Building Size: 15,444 sq. ft.
- Dimensions: 78′ × 198′
- Frame Type: Tapered steel frame
- Roof Type: Single-slope, 1:12 pitch
- Roof Panel System: Loc Seam, 24-gauge
- Wall System: 3″ IMP (Mesa DM 40), 24-gauge, Dark Bronze
- Roof Insulation: R-30 long-tab system with white vinyl facing
Key Challenges
- Engineering a steel building based on customer-provided drawings.
- Meeting specific eave heights and drainage requirements for a single-slope roof.
- Providing a durable insulated wall and roof system suitable for year-round municipal operations.
- Ensuring structural efficiency and long-term performance for a utility facility.
Solution / Approach
- Designed a tapered-frame system that matched the functional requirements and the customer’s design intent.
- Specified a Loc Seam roof system and 3″ IMP wall system for durability, energy efficiency, and clean aesthetics.
- Installed R-30 long-tab roof insulation to enhance thermal performance and climate control.
- Optimized the single-slope roof design for reliable water management and operational longevity.
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Unique Features
- High-performance 3″ insulated metal panel exterior in Dark Bronze.
- Single-slope Loc Seam roof offering long-term durability and clean architectural lines.
- Tapered steel frame engineered for efficient load distribution.
- R-30 insulated roof assembly providing improved energy efficiency.
Building Specifications
- Width: 78′
- Length: 198′
- Square Footage: 15,444 sq. ft.
- Eave Heights:
– Front Sidewall: 17′-3 7/8″
– Back Sidewall: 23′-9 7/8″ - Roof Slope: 1:12
- Roof Type: Single-slope
- Roof Panels: Loc Seam, 24-gauge
- Wall Panels: 3″ IMP (Mesa DM 40), 24-gauge, Dark Bronze
- Trim Color: Dark Bronze
Sustainability / Compliance
- IMP wall system significantly improves building efficiency and reduces heating/cooling loads.
- R-30 roof insulation enhances year-round temperature regulation.
- Steel framing provides longevity, reduced maintenance, and design consistency.
- Engineered to meet the demands of municipal utility operations.
Results & Benefits
- Delivered a reliable, energy-efficient operations facility tailored to Heber Light & Power’s needs.
- Improved building envelope performance through high-quality IMP wall and roof systems.
- Achieved long-term durability with minimal maintenance requirements.
- Provided a functional steel structure aligned with the utility’s operational workflows.
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