Norseman Structures Inc.

Single tube frame. Open web truss frame. Wide-flange open web truss frame. Rigid frame. What do all these frames have in common? Well, all of them get considered when we start the process to uncover a building model that works for your unique project.
 
The steel framework is just one of the three elements that work together to create your ShelterSolution. Also, check out our sections on steel coatings and building profiles that round out the other two elements that go into the building blocks of your project.
 
If we’re talking free space to maneuver airplanes inside a hangar or added height to lift the box of a mining site haul-truck, an open web truss design can accomplish that. We have standard buildings that range from 30’ – 200’ wide, with the ability to custom build up to 300’ wide.

Remember the saying, it’s what’s on the inside that counts. That saying is certainly made true when it comes to determining cladding options for your building project.
 
What surrounds the outside of your building, actually starts with what’s going on under the roof and four walls. Maybe your project needs to let in as much natural light with fabric cladding to save on long term utility costs. Perhaps you might need the basic security of a fully metal clad building or a hybrid (a combination of fabric and metal).
 
The right solution comes from a good understanding of your entire project – something our Building Advisors can help uncover to find your unique ShelterSolution.

Why the need for different steel coating options on our buildings? Some of our customers store very corrosive products (e.g., potash and urea). Other customers store hay for their livestock operation. While both scenarios are protecting important assets for their respective operations, only one requires a heavy-weight-caliber coating protection to defend against long-term corrosive challenges.


If accessories are a part of your project scope, let us take care of the details for you. We have partnered with key suppliers to provide you with high quality components to make your building work as hard as you do.


At Norseman, finding the right ShelterSolution for you begins with what’s inside—your people, equipment and operations. We strive to provide peace of mind by safely sheltering the assets that contribute to your success.


The Canadian Arch is our standard arch building engineered for Canadian building permits. 


The Upgraded Arch is our standard arch building engineered with higher gauge steel and even stronger components for environments that requires a little more durability. These are often needed in areas with high wind and snow loads.


The USA Arch is our standard arch building engineered for American building permits.


The QL is part of our SimpleSolutions line. These buildings are quick to construct and are for sites that do not require a building permit.


The QP is part of our SimpleSolutions line. These buildings are quick to construct and are for sites that do not require a building permit.


The QC is part of our SimpleSolutions line. These buildings are quick to construct and are for sites that do not require a building permit.


The Peaked Roof Rounded Eave is just what it sounds like - a building with a peaked roof and a rounded transition from the roof to the side of the structure. The Peaked Roof Rounded Eave is engineered for building permits and is available in a variety of sizes.


The Peaked Roof Straight Eave is our largest and most versatile structure. The Peaked Roof Straight Eave is engineered for building permits.


To simplify the different building profiles available in the marketplace, there are typically two broad categories of building shapes:
 
  1. Arch
  2. Peaked Roof
 
There are many variations of both our Arch and Peaked Roof buildings to choose from based on your needs.
 
The things you need to consider to determine your building profile are:
 
  1. Size of Your Building - Width and Peak Height
  2. Whether You Need a Building Permit or Not
  3. Your Location - Wind and Snow Loads, Corrosive Properties
  4. Foundation - Do You Require a Specific Type of Foundation?
  5. Internal Requirements - What is Going Inside Your Building