Steel Industrial Buildings

Over the past decade, demand for industrial steel buildings has surged; today they account for roughly 85 percent of all new commercial and light‑industrial construction—a share that keeps climbing because no other material matches steel’s combination of rapid, cost‑efficient erection, column‑free floorplates, superior fire and weather resistance, and low lifetime maintenance.

Why Choose Steel Industrial Buildings?
What to Expect?
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Clear Span Efficiency

Our industrial buildings are designed with a clear span structure that eliminates interior columns, delivering an open, versatile workspace ideal for large machinery, production lines, and storage setups.
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Maximized Floor Area

Metal industrial buildings can reach expanses that allow for flexible layouts—optimizing workflow and ensuring your facility’s every square foot is productive.
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Customizable & Expandable

Every industrial operation is unique. Our industrial buildings can be tailored with customized floor plans, mezzanine levels, specialized loading docks, and integration points for equipment—designed to grow with your business.
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Future-Ready Design

The modular nature of our PEMB industrial buildings makes it easy to add new sections or update interior configurations as your operational needs evolve.
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Inexpensive Yet Sturdy

Constructed from recycled steel, our steel industrial buildings combine cost-effectiveness with durability. The inherent strength of steel ensures robust performance in demanding industrial environments.
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Long-Term Value

PEMB industrial buildings offer reduced material and labor costs, resulting in lower construction expenses and long-term savings on maintenance and repairs.
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Quick & Easy Erection

Thanks to pre-engineered components, our steel industrial buildings are assembled 30–50% faster than traditional builds—minimizing downtime and speeding up your facility’s operational launch.
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Accelerated Turnaround

Metal industrial buildings are designed for efficiency, meaning your project can be up and running in weeks rather than months, which accelerates your return on investment.
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Low Maintenance & Insurance Savings

Our industrial buildings are engineered for durability—resisting fire, pests, and extreme weather conditions. This results in reduced maintenance expenses and lower insurance premiums.
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Cost-Effective Operation

Steel industrial buildings provide long-term reliability, translating to fewer repairs and savings that help improve your bottom line over the life of the building.
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Efficient & Sustainable

Our industrial buildings not only perform exceptionally but are also designed with sustainability in mind. High-quality finishes and efficient insulation contribute to improved energy performance.
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Built for Performance

PEMB industrial buildings support sustainable practices by reducing on-site waste and energy consumption, ensuring an operational facility that is both environmentally and economically beneficial.
01 Discovery & Quote (Week 1)

Begin with an initial project consultation to identify key needs and set clear goals. Our team will develop conceptual designs, prepare preliminary sketches, and provide you with a detailed quote so you know what to expect right from the start.

02 Design Sign-Off (Week 2)

After reviewing the initial designs, you’ll approve the final layout and contract. We’ll then coordinate the fabrication timeline and provide an estimated materials delivery date, ensuring everyone is aligned before proceeding to the next stage.

03 Engineering & Detailing (Weeks 3–5, 3–8, or 3–12)

Our engineers produce stamped permit drawings based on your project’s complexity:

  • Small Projects (Weeks 3–5): Approximately 2–3 weeks for stamped drawings.
  • Medium Projects (Weeks 3–8): Expect 4–6 weeks for simple self-storage buildings.
  • Large/Complex Projects (Weeks 3–12): More intricate designs (crane loads, mezzanines, complex rooflines, climate-controlled units) may take 8–10 weeks.
04 Initial Project Requirements & Site Preparation (Typically 4–8 Weeks)

With approved drawings in hand, your contractor handles permits, sitework, and foundation preparation. This pre-construction phase—securing necessary permits, performing site grading, and forming/pouring the foundation—usually spans 4–8 weeks, setting the stage for a smooth installation.

05 Delivery Preparation

We finalize production schedules and prepare your materials for shipment. Throughout this phase, we maintain open communication, ensuring that you, your contractor, and our team are coordinated for an efficient delivery and installation process.

06 Final Project Installation (Typically 1–3 Months)

Once materials are delivered, your contractor begins the metal building system (MBS) installation. Depending on complexity and site conditions, this can take 1–3 months, during which we remain focused on providing a quality, durable structure that meets your expectations.

07 Walkthrough & Completion

After installation, you’ll join your installer in a thorough walkthrough to ensure everything meets your specifications. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we’ll continue to offer support should you need any future assistance or modifications.

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Steel Industrial Building Usage

Pre‑engineered steel is the go‑to choice for today’s light‑ and mid‑duty industrial facilities, spanning:

 

  • Manufacturing & fabrication bays – CNC shops • metal/wood workshops • modular‑home or panelized‑wall lines

  • Process & packaging plants – food‑grade rooms • bottling & canning halls • plastics or composites molding

  • Fleet maintenance & equipment service – truck, bus or heavy‑equipment repair shops with bridge‑crane capacity

  • Distribution & cross‑dock hubs – high‑bay inventory, pick‑and‑pack mezzanines, temperature‑controlled staging

  • Waste‑transfer & recycling centers – clear‑span tipping floors, baler/compactor lines, covered material storage

 

Steel’s clear‑span frames, quick erection and fire‑/corrosion‑resistance have pushed it to more than 95 % of new industrial construction, a share that keeps growing as owners demand faster build times, flexible interiors and low life‑cycle costs.

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Customization Options

SteelCo offers many customization options for our steel industrial buildings.

Accessories and upgrades we offer include:

 

  •       Canopies
  •       Overhangs
  •       Cupolas
  •       Gutters and downspouts
  •       Roll-up doors
  •       Soffit panels
  •       Skylights
  •       Windows
  •       Walk doors
  •       Wainscots

 

There’s no need for warehouses, storage buildings, recycling centers or other industrial metal buildings to be a dull, gunmetal grey, either. We offer steel panels with a Silicone-polyester coating in the following colors:

 

  •       Aztec blue
  •       Brick red
  •       Burnished slate
  •       Evergreen
  •       Fox grey
  •       Lightstone
  •       Polar white
  •       Sagebrush tan

 

We offer a wide choice of wall panel designs for all our industrial metal buildings for sale.

 

  • “A” wall panels
  • Insulated wall panels
  • Reverse wall panels (excellent for insulation)
  • PBR panels for roofs or walls
  • Standing seam roof panels

 

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Ideal Uses

If desired, the exterior of the building – whether a single section or the entire building – can be finished with any façade desired, from brick or stone to concrete or stucco. A combination of faces lends any building a highly attractive appearance to go along with its functionality.

 

Industrial metal buildings are ideal for warehouses, equipment or vehicle showrooms, recycling centers, business storage facilities or self-storage businesses, and practically any other type of industrial use you can think of.

 

We deliver the building materials, but it is up to the client to choose and prepare the site for the building, and pull the needed permits. Electricity and plumbing needs are handled by local contractors if outside the Southeast.

 

Give us a call today to learn more about industrial metal buildings for sale, and how SteelCo Building’s design team can help you acquire the building you need.

Stamped Building and Foundation Plans 
100% Steel, Primary & Secondary Framing
Roof & Wall Sheeting
Complete Trim & Closure
Fasteners
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Erector’s network nationwide 
Construction available in GA/TN

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The SCB Difference

For over 24 years, SteelCo Buildings has delivered top-quality pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) materials and self-storage solutions. From prefab kits to custom designs, we provide 100% American-manufactured, sustainable materials backed by stamped foundation plans and expert guidance on permits and zoning. With decades of experience and a 92% satisfaction rate, SteelCo combines superior quality with unmatched customer support to ensure every project’s success.

24+ Years Expertise

Designing and Building Prefabricated Metal Buildings

Full Service

Installation & Coordination can be provided across most of the USA.

92% Satisfaction Rate

4.6 stars on Google Reviews and BBB accredited business.

Stamped Foundation Plans

These can be provided upon request.

90-100% Recyclable

Recyclability rate for the primary materials used in PEMB buildings.

100% American Manufactured

We only work with American suppliers for materials.

"I looked along and hard for a steel building supplier...I gave Brad and Ben a call, they took care of everything including all the changes and extras for my building! Great experience from start to finish! I'll be a repeat customer!"

Joey Ayash

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"SteelCo helped us build our dream barndominium. We explained what we wanted for our building and they exceeded our expectations! We had excellent help in planning as well as some great suggestions by the SteelCo team. All SteelCo team members we spoke with were extremely professional and responsive, which made the whole process smooth sailing."

Mickey Thomas Motorsports

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"...Everyone is quick to getting you a quote but not everyone treats you with the respect and professionalism that SteelCo has done. I chose SteelCo because it didn't feel like a "sales guy" calling me and making me rush into something...I made what felt like a thousand changes to my building...but they never sounded upset or made me feel like I was wasting their time..."

Travis Marshall

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What our clients have to say

See why 92% of our customers rate us highly on Google Reviews.
Hear directly from clients who trust SteelCo Buildings for quality, reliability, and exceptional service.

  • Stephen Brewer

    "Great experience working with Clint at SteelCo. He quickly got me a very good price, compared to other quotes we had. He helped me edit the design based on what i wanted. During construction, we couldn't find some bolts and he had them shipped to us quickly. Very easy to work with."

  • Frank Moore

    "SteelCo has been awesome in all aspects of our project. From design, purchase and delivery these guys know what they are doing and do it professionally. I strongly recommend SteelCo for your next steel building project."

Industry Stats

Our growth measured in units, SF, and states served

3000 +

Years In Business

3000 +

Units Sold

50

States Sold In

1000000 +

Avg Annual SQFT

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our self-storage building kits, customization options, and services.

01

What types of industrial projects are steel buildings suited for?

Steel buildings are ideal for warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants, equipment storage, processing facilities, and more. Their flexible design allows for both open layouts and heavy-duty structural support where needed.

02

Can steel industrial buildings support heavy equipment or overhead cranes?

Yes, our buildings can be engineered to support overhead cranes, mezzanines, or other heavy-duty equipment. We’ll work with you to understand your load requirements and ensure the structure is built to meet those specifications.

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What are the advantages of using steel for industrial construction?

Steel buildings offer faster construction timelines, lower long-term maintenance, and greater durability compared to other materials. They’re also resistant to fire, pests, and extreme weather, making them a reliable choice for demanding industrial operations.

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Can I customize the layout for production flow or logistics?

Absolutely. Our industrial buildings are fully customizable to optimize workflow, whether you need clear-span interiors for machinery, partitioned zones for processes, or integrated loading bays and offices.

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What size range do your industrial buildings typically cover?

Industrial steel buildings typically range from 10,000 to 100,000+ square feet. Whether you’re expanding an existing facility or starting from the ground up, we can scale the design to meet your operational requirements now and in the future.

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