Use Cases
Pipe/valve fabrication bays, compressor/pump shelters, MCC and control rooms, lube/chemical storage, and field maintenance shops.
Pipe ShopCompressor ShelterMCC Room
Metal Buildings Guide
Oilfield & Gas Buildings
Steel pipe/valve shops, compressor and pump shelters, MCC/electrical rooms, and chemical storage. Specify corrosion-resistant finishes, wide access doors, ventilation/make-up air, and spill containment—engineered to your site and safety requirements.
Ventilation & Air
Provide targeted exhaust at heat/fume sources with adequate make-up air. Separate air paths for shop vs. electrical rooms as required.
ExhaustMake-Up AirZoned
Corrosion & Durability
Galvanized frames, coated panels/trim, and stainless hardware in aggressive or coastal environments. Sealants and gaskets to match.
GalvanizedCoated PanelsStainless HW
Access & Clearances
Wide roll-ups and man doors for skids and trailers; verify crane/hoist points, slab sleeves, and forklift aisles.
Wide DoorsSkid AccessHoist Points
Popular Footprints
Shells & Bays
60×120 • 80×160 • 100×200 with 20–25′ bay modules. Reserve end bays for electrical/MCC or chemical storage where allowed.
Heights & Doors
Clearances
Eave 18–30′ for equipment and bridge/gantry hoists. Doors 12×12 to 14×16+; confirm opener headroom and exterior aprons.
Codes & Safety
Engineer It Right
Verify wind/snow/seismic, egress, spill containment, ventilation, and any special safety requirements with your AHJ and engineer.
Next Steps
- 1. Run CodeSmart™ to note wind, snow, and seismic for your site.
- 2. Define bays, eave height, door sizes, and hoist/crane needs.
- 3. Plan ventilation/make-up air, electrical/MCC separation, and corrosion-resistant finishes.
- 4. Coordinate slab sleeves, containment curbs, and exterior aprons.
- 5. Verify with your building department, then request a quote from the supplier recommended by CodeSmart™.
Sites handling fuels/chemicals can trigger added requirements (ventilation rates, separation, containment, or specialized equipment). Always confirm with your authority having jurisdiction and a licensed engineer.