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Olympia Steel Buildings Gets GSA Certified

Olympia Steel Buildings has been awarded a General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Schedule Contract to supply pre-engineered steel buildings to federal agencies under GSA Schedule 56. Under GSA Contract GS-07F-0312V Olympia Steel Buildings ®  can be supplied to federal agencies for every use, including aircraft hangars, warehouses, small shops and steel storage buildings, industrial buildings, manufacturing plants, equipment and vehicle garages, mini-storage facilities, office buildings, fire stations, truck and bus garages, schools, athletic and recreational facilities, commercial buildings, churches, and roof-only metal buildings systems. Olympia Steel Buildings come with an outstanding weather-resistant PBR roof, or customers can opt for their patented Zeus-Shield standing seam metal roofing system.

"We already serve many military, federal, state and local government agencies. GSA certification will make it easier for government customers to purchase from us and will allow us to further expand into the federal market," says Mr. Arnold Davis, company president. “Olympia pre-engineered steel buildings are a popular choice for military, federal and state government customers because they are 100% made in the USA using only Galvalume® steel, the highest quality, heaviest-gauge commercial U.S. steel available. Our buildings are backed by industry-leading warranties and more than 40 years of metal building engineering, design and supply experience. Moreover, our products are environmentally sustainable, using 70-72% recycled content. Five of six LEED categories are applicable to Olympia Steel Buildings® and can earn the customer’s building project potential credits toward LEED certification.”

Olympia Steel Buildings have been a leader in pre-engineered steel buildings for more than 40 years, supplying durable high quality pre-engineered rigid frame steel buildings for military and government building construction, as well as commercial, industrial, agricultural and residential use. Olympia Steel Buildings set themselves apart by using better materials, better quality control, industry-leading warranties, and exceptional customer service. “With Olympia Steel Buildings, you can count on the best customer service, superior buildings and the best steel building warranties,” says Davis. “We mean it when we say Olympia Steel Buildings ® are ‘Made of Steel, Built on Service’".

Olympia Steel Buildings can be purchased online under GSA Contract GS-07F-0312V through GSA Advantage at www.gsaadvantage.com, or you may contact Olympia Steel Buildings directly at 888-449-7756. For more information, please visit our website: www.OlympiaBuildings.com.

Olympia Steel Buildings Gets GSA Certified

Olympia Steel Buildings has been awarded a General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Schedule Contract to supply pre-engineered steel buildings to federal agencies under GSA Schedule 56. Under GSA Contract GS-07F-0312V Olympia Steel Buildings ®  can be supplied to federal agencies for every use, including aircraft hangars, warehouses, small shops and steel storage buildings, industrial buildings, manufacturing plants, equipment and vehicle garages, mini-storage facilities, office buildings, fire stations, truck and bus garages, schools, athletic and recreational facilities, commercial buildings, churches, and roof-only metal buildings systems. Olympia Steel Buildings come with an outstanding weather-resistant PBR roof, or customers can opt for their patented Zeus-Shield standing seam metal roofing system.

"We already serve many military, federal, state and local government agencies. GSA certification will make it easier for government customers to purchase from us and will allow us to further expand into the federal market," says Mr. Arnold Davis, company president. “Olympia pre-engineered steel buildings are a popular choice for military, federal and state government customers because they are 100% made in the USA using only Galvalume® steel, the highest quality, heaviest-gauge commercial U.S. steel available. Our buildings are backed by industry-leading warranties and more than 40 years of metal building design experience. Moreover, our products are environmentally sustainable, using 70-72% recycled content. Five of six LEED categories are applicable to Olympia Steel Buildings® and can earn the customer’s building project potential credits toward LEED certification.”

Olympia Steel Buildings have been a leader in pre-engineered steel buildings for more than 40 years, supplying durable high quality pre-engineered rigid frame steel buildings for military and government building construction, as well as commercial, industrial, agricultural and residential use. Olympia Steel Buildings set themselves apart by using better materials, better quality control, industry-leading warranties, and exceptional customer service. “With Olympia Steel Buildings, you can count on the best customer service, superior buildings and the best steel building warranties,” says Davis. “We mean it when we say Olympia Steel Buildings ® are ‘Made of Steel, Built on Service’".

Olympia Steel Buildings can be purchased online under GSA Contract GS-07F-0312V through GSA Advantage at www.gsaadvantage.com, or you may contact Olympia Steel Buildings directly at 888-449-7756. For more information, please visit our website: www.OlympiaBuildings.com.

Pre-engineered Steel Buildings Soar For Church Construction

Why you should consider pre-engineered steel buildings for church construction:

• Pre-engineered steel buildings are both attractive and functional inside and out. No more worrying about form versus function. You can have them both.
• Save time and don’t stress – Engineers work closely with architects to achieve project goals.
• Trust you will get the look you want: Church metal buildings can achieve the look of stone, stucco, brick, or wood.
• Feel confident that your new building will blend beautifully into any surrounding.
• Peace of mind: future expansion is easy with a pre-engineered steel building.
• Enjoy true versatility: Church steel buildings can be designed for diverse needs such as a sanctuary, classrooms, gymnasium, offices, or meeting halls.
• Don’t worry about the future: buildings are warrantied.
• Save money and time on maintenance. pre-engineered steel buildings are virtually maintenance-free - no need to paint, ever!
• Save money (again!) These steel buildings are fire resistant which can mean lower insurance costs.
• Less hassle: all local code specifications are designed and engineered right into the building.
• Structural elements are pre engineered and prefabricated at the steel building factory.
• No surprises or cost over runs. All building components ship directly to the job site.
• See results fast.  All structural elements are in place on the job site - construction times are cut in half.
• Save your congregation’s hard-earned money. Pre-engineering saves up to 50% compared to conventional construction.
• Eliminate the worry that comes with expansion projects. Your project comes in on time and on budget every time.

Pre- Engineered Metal & Steel Buildings Cost Advantages

Pre-engineered metal buildings typically cost about half of conventional construction.

• Steel Buildings are Cheaper to Build. Construction costs are significantly less. There's no welding or fabrication on site, and no waste.
• Building Estimates are Accurate. Computer-generated building techniques and metal building design provide better estimates. Computer-aided design using MBS, a metal building software program in pre-engineered steel buildings construction saves material and cost. Pre-engineered building components go together without a problem, preventing expensive construction surprises.
• You Save On Materials. Computer-aided design in pre-engineered steel building construction saves material and cost.
• Only One Building Supplier. One metal building company does the structural design work and furnishes the building components which eliminates waiting for supplies from different structural component vendors.
• Steel Buildings are Energy Efficient. Metal buildings fit together correctly with no gaps, and walls and roof can be fully insulated.
• You Have Less Maintenance. Metal roofs are durable, lasting much longer than the 15-20 years of conventional roofing and painted metal panels clean easily, they do not rust and colors do not fade.
• Lower Insurance Costs. Metal building construction reduces fire hazard and is impervious to insect damage so that insurance companies can reduce insurance rates.
• Takes Less Time to Build. A typical pre-engineered metal building takes less time to build than conventional construction, reducing all associated costs.
• Flexible Building Design. Many building sizes can be accommodated and steel buildings can be easily expanded.
• Attractive Appearance. Masonry trim gives a conventional appearance and the steel panels are available in a wide selection of baked-on colors for decorative choice.
• Are Steel Buildings Stong? Metal-frame construction is inherently safe, able to withstand even the most severe weather conditions.

"Just a quick note to say thanks, my metal building survived hurricane Frances without a scratch, I wish the rest of my property had done as well. I believe mine was one of the first designed to meet to Palm Beach Counties tough 140 MPH wind code, great engineering, I'm impressed. I can't say enough about your product and service...." - Alfred Garren, Boynton Beach, FL

The Factory For Olympia Steel Buildings Is CSA-A660 Certified

The manufacturing facility that supplies Olympia Steel Buildings is CSA-A660 certified.

It is mandatory that U.S. manufacturers selling steel buildings into Canada have CSA-A660 certification. The metal building factory that supplies Olympia Steel buildings has invested time, money and resources to ensure that Olympia Steel Buildings meet all Canadian steel building standards.

Olympia Steel Buildings is proud that their steel building supplier meets all requirements of the CSA-A660 Quality Certification for Steel Building Systems. CSA-A660 Certification assures any Canadian purchaser that an Olympia Steel Building is a quality certified steel building and is manufactured to adhere to the standards of the CSSBI: Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute. Not all steel building companies are able to meet the high standards of quality set by CSA-A660 and the CSSBI. Buyer Beware: there are steel building companies selling buildings in Canada that DO NOT have CSA-A660 Quality Certification.

What is CSA-A660 Certification and what does it mean for you? The CSA-A660 Standard was developed to assist code enforcement officials in reviewing building permit submissions incorporating metal buildings and steel building systems and to help purchasers receive a quality certified steel building. As part of the CSA-A660 compliance, the metal building manufacturer will provide a "Certificate of Design and Manufacturing Conformance" signed and sealed by a licensed Professional Engineer for each building project.

It is important to note that ISO Accreditation is not the same as CSA-A660 Certification. ISO certification does not satisfy CSA-A660 requirements. ISO certification only verifies that a company can manufacture a product consistently. It does not address whether a steel building system has been designed in accordance with the applicable codes or whether staff is qualified to undertake the work. The CSA-A660 certification includes a quality control audit like ISO, but in addition undertakes an engineering design and personnel audit. CSA-A660 Standard compliance means that the manufacturer has been audited for:

1. Personnel
2. Design and Engineering
3. Materials Control
4. Fabrication
5. Warehousing, Packaging and Shipping
6. Erection Responsibility
7. Plant Quality Program

Several U.S. companies have misled customers by telling them that they buy their buildings from U.S. metal building suppliers that are CAN/CSA A660 certified. These companies have given names of U.S. steel building suppliers that indeed do have some manufacturing facilities that are certified. However, when the building is actually ordered it comes from a facility that is not on the list provided by the Canadian Welding Bureau, Quasar certification division.

Before you buy a steel building get confirmation of the factory of origin and request a copy of that factory's certificate. All buildings bought out of the U.S. should have a factory of origin written on all purchased contracts along with a copy of their A660 certificate for that factory. You may experience problems getting permits for buildings from factories that are not A660 certified.