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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Mansard |
A tilted
fascia system mounted to the roof, outside the
steel line, and above the roof line to form a
decorative fascia appearance and hide the roof
line. |
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Main or Primary Framing |
Steel frames
which support secondary framing members such as
girts, purlins or eave struts. |
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Masking |
The plastic
covering on metal panels used to protect pieces
during transit. Masking must be removed
immediately after installation. |
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Mastic |
Caulking or
sealant furnished in rolls, normally used in
sealing roof panel laps. |
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Moment |
Force times
distance (torque). |
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Moment Connection |
A joint
capable of transmitting moment to another member
of the system. |
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Mullions |
Vertical
member connecting two windows located side by
side. |
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MS-Multi-Span |
More than
one building tied together; multiple gable
buildings. |
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