When shopping around for a steel building, whether
it be for a barn or garage, you should know the terms and words used in
the industry. An educated consumer is rarely taken advantage of.
We have put together this glossary in hopes of
educating you the consumer.
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Impact |
Shock loads caused
by dynamic application. |
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Liner |
Liner paneling on
the inside of walls. |
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Inside Corner Trim |
Trim which flashes
inside corners. |
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Insulation |
Any material used in
building construction to reduce heat transfer.
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Insulation, Thermal |
Any material used in
building construction to reduce heat transfer.
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Intermediate Bay |
A distance between
two main frames within a building, other than end
frames. |
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