Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Architects

Yes, we will. Ceco can help you reach your green building objectives. Ceco’s roof and wall panels, structural members and other steel products are virtually 100% recyclable and can contain 30% to 50% or more recycled material, depending on the product.

In addition, Ceco offers materials that help reduce waste and improve energy efficiency. Many of our “cool color” panel finish options meet the reflectivity and emissivity performance levels required by LEED® and ENERGY STAR®. In addition, we offer insulated panel systems that allow the designer to obtain superior R-values for greater thermal efficiency.

Ceco also relies on a network of regional manufacturing facilities, lessening the negative environmental impact caused by fuel emissions during delivery.

Absolutely. Ceco can design your building to meet the stringent deflection criteria required for brittle finishes. We can also provide structural members for lateral support, if specified.

Definitely. Ceco has successfully completed countless federal, state and local government projects, from simple structures to very complex multi-building developments. Ceco thoroughly reviews plans and specifications to ensure compliance with government standards. If a specific requirement cannot be met with our systems, we will notify you in writing.

Not at all! Ceco’s in-house design and drafting software gives us the flexibility to engineer very complex structures, including hip/valley roofs, skewed walls and even hexagonal or octagonal shapes. In fact, our long-standing motto is “non-standard is standard!”

Yes. Ceco has unlimited options for panel configurations and a wide variety of color options and finishes. We are confident that there is a panel available for every application.

Yes. Ceco offers a variety of profiles, thicknesses, and color options for insulated panel systems for roof and wall applications.

Ceco has over 60 years of experience working with professionals in construction, and we are very proficient in reviewing drawings and specifications to determine exactly what you need in a building.  In fact, we will be happy to set up a meeting (phone conference, webex, or in-person) to discuss these needs.

Ceco Building Systems provides manufactured steel for any “low rise” commercial construction market. Our manufactured steel is most often utilized for the following construction markets:

• Industrial
  
• Manufacturing
  
• Warehousing
  
• Automotive
  
• Recreational
  
• Institutional
  
• Religious
  
• Retail
  
• Governmental

Any design that best utilizes built-up rigid frame construction for symmetrical, single-slope, double slope, and asymmetrical configurations.

Ceco Building Systems utilizes different framing systems based on the projects varying criteria. Please click on the following link to view typical framing systems.

From 10’—240’ wide

Ceco offers a variety of roof and wall panels in the ribbed panel, standing seam, insulated panels, concealed fastener panel, soffit panel, and liner panel profiles.

Ceco Building Systems manufactures for the “low rise” Construction Industry. Ceco Building Systems would approach a large facility by encouraging the Authorized Builder to employ one of our Engineering Service Centers. Our Ceco Engineering Service Center would then determine the most cost effective design for any large facility opportunities. We are only restricted by the project if it does not meet the “low rise” requirements.

Ceco Buildings are designed and engineered to meet your state’s code requirements. They will be as “strong” as any comparable system available. In addition if you would like to build extra “strength” into the design of your building, our Engineering Service Centers can accommodate your additional requests.

Click on the SAMPLE DETAILS link to find details of many Ceco standard conditions.  However, keep in mind that we do not limit ourselves to what is “standard.”  If you have a concept, give us an opportunity to assist you with it.  Send all inquiries to marketing@cecobuildings.net and one of our associates will get back to you promptly.

Ceco offers two lines of long-lasting finishes in eight colors. Detailed information about our colors and finishes are available on our Colors page. To view the most accurate color samples, Contact Us for an actual color chart.

Ceco Building Systems incorporates a versatile, green and cost competitive design. Our Steel Building Construction in most cases is delivered quicker, better insulated and more cost effective. Encompassing the Primary Framing, Secondary Framing, Roof Systems, Wall Systems and Foundation Reactions together makes the construction process much more seamless for the builder and customer. Our Engineering staff will stamp our project drawings and foundation reaction design. The question is why not try the Ceco Building System approach to construction?