• Ah, metal roofs, an upgrade often overlooked until something goes wrong. Metal’s unique properties make metal roofing a dependable yet attractive choice for any building. Able to withstand extreme temperatures, metal roofing offers unrivaled durability, making it a smart choice for home and business owners alike. With metal, you don’t have to sacrifice looks for…

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  • We know that frequent physical activity is essential to support a healthy lifestyle. But it’s often challenging to stay fit and healthy when our jobs are so hectic. Many of us surrender to the instinct to hit the elevator button when we are in a hurry. However, just as we are rethinking our dietary choices…

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  • We feel that the word “wood” is relatively inconsistent as there are several types of wood on the market. As most people understand, many different products on the market may fulfill your needs or sometimes even fade away when you need them most. Ergo, it is crucial that you do all the research ahead of…

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  • After all, aluminum/steel stairs and other platforms handle a lot of traffic and carry a lot of weight. A flimsy material can lead to maintenance costs, or even worse, injuries. Meanwhile, the time and expense of installation vary much based on the material. These factors are even more important in an industrial setting. Most businesses…

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  • Depending on the location, use, and application, the proper design for these metal stairs can vary greatly. Beyond legal regulations and practical concerns, experts advise various best practices that any business should take into account. Here are a few factors to consider when planning out a stair system in a commercial setting. Does OSHA or…

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  • Two of the most highly utilized materials on Earth are steel, a carbon-iron alloy, and aluminum, a metallic element. These metals are useful, especially within industrial applications. Aluminum’s silvery-white appearance and lightweight properties compared with steel’s high tensile strength and low-cost qualities are just a few of their many distinctions, allowing for a wide span…

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  • A Nebraska-based manufacturing company requested ErectaStep to come up with a modular, simple-to-set-up, as well as customized option to change an outdoors wood stair that was rapidly falling under irreparable conditions placed in the business’s roofing system. The risky, as well as steeply designed stairs, is situated on the roof of the building. It also…

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  • The two types of stairs are differentiated by a range of factors all related to their construction and measurement. The below table simply depicts these factors: OSHA IBC Risers & Tread 8″ open riser a 9.5″ tread 7″ closed riser, max 4″ open gap. 11″ tread Stair Width A minimum 22″ wide stair A minimum…

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  • The two types of stairs are differentiated by a range of factors all related to their construction and measurement. The below table simply depicts these factors: OSHA IBC Risers & Tread 8″ open riser a 9.5″ tread 7″ closed riser, max 4″ open gap. 11″ tread Stair Width A minimum 22″ wide stair A minimum…

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  • You can always maximize your space by creating another level or floor. It’s called a mezzanine floor – sometimes a semi-permanent structure that is annexed between the existing floor and the ceiling. Considered as a highly cost-effective solution to extend your cramped building space, it is much more beneficial when compared to alternative means such…

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