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EcoSteel Cover Story – Modern Metals Magazine

dscott@ecosteel.com · September 8, 2016 ·

Durable Beauty

– By Corinna Petry

“Strength and versatility harmonize as one firm ties together proven prefab steel technologies to produce stunning results”

Many people might hear the words “prefab steel construction” and lapse into a brief nap or perhaps they picture boxy, uninspiring structures like parking garages with metal garage doors, colorless warehouses or, at best, a Farm and Fleet store. But a 12-year-old company has exploded the myth of ugly when it comes to prefabricated steel structures. Founded in 2004, Ecosteel has made a name for itself by partnering with high-end architects and developers to complete commercial and residential projects—each one with an original look and feel and built to survive fires, floods, hurricanes and earthquakes. This summer, wildfires in the West, especially across California and Nevada, charred scores of homes and businesses.

President Joss Hudson explains that Ecosteel simply used existing steel building technologies—structural erection, framing, roofing, insulated panels, cladding, trims, finishes and more—and developed an efficient system that packages them together in new and interesting ways. “We take what was used for industrial construction for decades and make it beautiful.” Lead times from steel fabrication shops are significantly shorter than material delivery typically experienced with competing building methods. Erectors assemble and finish projects in weeks, not months.

Ecosteel didn’t need to reinvent the wheel, says Hudson. The Newport Beach, California-based firm works with numerous North American contractors and subcontractors (fabricators and erectors) that are already certified and licensed in steel construction. “We aren’t building a new thing; we just have a more refined way to install it.” As for the materials and methods, “We are taking proven industrial and commercial-grade components in aircraft and commercial refrigeration [among other applications] and bringing them into the architectural realm and to custom home-building.”

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EcoSteel Prefab Party – Silver Lake, CA

dscott@ecosteel.com · August 8, 2016 ·

If you like modern architecture you will love our all steel prefab home in Silver Lake, CA. This project has been featured in the L.A. Times, Dwell Magazine, along with recently being named on Airbnb’s Top 10 Rental List for L.A.

Designed by Architect Tom Marble, the Minimalist style provides a durable rental property with low maintenance by utilizing industrial grade steel components. This Design/ Build project includes custom corners and walls of glass to capture the views.

Video below showcasing the abundant natural light and unlimited customization available with our prefab system.

This client’s religious beliefs call for a design with no right angles, and EcoSteel’s parametric 3D Revit modeling and detailing are essential to converting this project from a design to reality. The Silver Lake Project will also feature an all clearspan interior, 300 square feet of cantilevered decking, and large walls of glass to take advantage of the site’s breathtaking views.

In spite of these large walls of glass, the project easily exceeds title 24 green code and is equipped with unmatched R32 pre-insulated steel roof panels, and R24 pre-insulated steel wall panels. Read the full news article here.

Top 5 Reasons To Build Your Future Home w/ Prefabricated Steel

dscott@ecosteel.com · July 6, 2016 ·

There’s little question that prefab steel is the current direction of the future of building. Cost effectiveness, efficiency and speed of construction combined with new technologies which allow for 100% custom buildings all make steel a very powerful option whether you’re building your next home or starting a new development. But there are a few things to consider before starting your prefab steel project. Here are the top five…

1: Go Green! – How concerned are you with sustainability or green building? Will you be seeking LEED certification on your project, or applying for sustainable tax credits? If so, steel is probably your best option. Prefab steel is one of the most renewable resources on earth, and all prefab steel is currently 75-85% recycled content, and rising.

2: Superior Insulation – What type of environment is your project in? A steel prefab building with EcoSteel’s insulated panels achieve the highest insulation values available anywhere, with no thermal gaps or bridging prevalent in all lumber buildings. What does this mean? Lower power bills forever, green credits, and a more comfortable building to start!

3: Ultimate Durability – The average lumber home requires 3-4 acres of timber to build. It is susceptible to fire, termites and other insects, and its integrity will be quickly diminished by extreme temperatures and marine or humid environments. The average steel home on the other hand will require 3-5 junked cars, and is infinitely more resilient to these common issues. In addition, steel is much more durable during earthquakes, floods, fires, and other disasters that would normally destroy a stick build. Insurance companies know this, and your rates will permanently reflect it!

4: Design Flexibility – What kind of design do you envision for your project? Prefab steel affords the highest level of design flexibility in the world. From cantilevers to clear-spans giving you wide open spaces. Steel prefab allows possibilities that would be impossible to achieve with any other material. And this doesn’t mean you have to end up sacrificing the aesthetics you want. With modern prefab steel the design opportunities are truly endless. From classic to modern, it can be accomplished with steel!

5: Construction Speed – Finally, where do you want to build, and how quickly? Bolted and screwed prefab steel buildings go up faster than any other traditional building method. They can be accomplished in some of the most unforgiving, smallest or most remote building locations in the world. Imagine having your new building up in a matter of weeks, not months. With prefab steel, it’s a reality.

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Prefabricated Steel Homes

dscott@ecosteel.com · July 3, 2016 ·

EcoSteel Prefabricated Steel Homes Process

There’s little question that prefab steel is the current direction of the future of building. Cost effectiveness, efficiency and speed of construction combined with new technologies allows for 100% custom buildings. All of these make steel a very powerful option whether you’re building your next home or starting a new development. (If you’re thinking of pursuing a commercial option, you can also build a prefab office building with EcoSteel.)

1: Prefabricated steel homes are a fantastic choice, and you can get the home you want with less time, money, and inconveniences. It is important to understand what this process includes though, so you do not have unrealistic expectations about prefabricated steel homes. A common misconception is that prefabricated steel homes only take a week or two, and another is that the home is delivered already assembled and no further labor is required. These homes are much faster to build, and normally cost significantly less, but they still require some time to manufacture, and do require final assembly on the building site. You will also still need permits, plans, and other paperwork requirements as well.

Paperwork, Design, And Engineering Steps

Once you have decided on prefabricated steel homes to meet your home needs, the first step is the design and engineering aspect of the home. You will need to have the architectural plans drawn up for the home, and this is the first step required for prefabricated steel homes usually. Once you have the plans drawn up you will need to decide on a quality company for the best possible eco prefab home. The next step is to virtually build the prefabricated steel homes using three dimensional modeling and engineering software. This will take between four and six weeks usually, and can prevent costly mistakes later on. You will also need all of the required permits, and you can arrange these while your prefabricated steel homes are going through the virtual build process.

Manufacturing

Once the virtual build is done, the prefabricated steel homes will be manufactured. There are many companies that can perform this step. EcoSteel prefab homes include panels for the walls and roof that are manufactured according to your specific home plans, and these panels are insulated and may include wiring and channels for other components to be installed, depending on the company you choose to do the manufacturing. Prefabricated steel homes are ordered as a kit, and should include all of the panels and framing materials that are needed to assemble the home on site. Doors and windows are not included in most basic kits, and these will usually need to be purchased as well. Homeowners considering home renovations may want to weigh the costs and benefits of new windows vs windows replacement to determine the best course of action.

Delivery And Assembly Of Your New Home

Once all the components of the prefabricated steel kits have been manufactured, the contents are delivered to your new home building site. You will need a subcontractor and a work crew to finish the assembly and building process, because the framing and the panels will need to be constructed or installed. The prefabricated steel homes kit does not arrive completely built, there are still a number of steps that need to be done before you will be ready to move in. Prefabricated steel homes do take some time, but you will save a lot of time and money while getting the home you want. EcoSteel is an industry leader in eco prefab homes that can help you through the entire process.

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Protect Your Family: Build A Fire Resistant Home

dscott@ecosteel.com · June 22, 2016 ·

Protect Your Family: Build A Fire Resistant Home

Fires continue to ignite across Los Angeles and Santa Barbara Counties.

Link to Article from Los Angeles Times

“Two sprawling wildfires tore through at least 4,500 acres in the San Gabriel Mountains on Monday, and only a canyon prevented the blazes from merging into one massive inferno, fire officials said.

The two brush fires broke out in Azusa and Duarte amid a blistering heat wave, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of homes and at least 750 residents.

The first blaze, called the Reservoir fire, was reported about 11 a.m. at Highway 39 in the San Gabriel Mountains, said Andrew Mitchell, spokesman for the Angeles National Forest.”

EcoSteel Homes Are Fire Resistant

EcoSteel significantly reduces the fire hazards posed by the many combustible materials common in most homes and offices today. Steel is a non combustible material and the panelized insulated panels of our fire resistant homes provide a resistant shell—protecting your home and values, as well they count with a fire sprinkler system installation in case of emergencies. Also have a look at the commonly used gas suppression in data centres. Insurance rates may be reduced by using fire resistant structural materials such as steel.

NON-COMBUSTIBLE BREWERY CONSTRUCTION:
Modern Prefab / Fire Rated Steel System provides a fast and affordable alternative to traditional construction methods. Each fire resistant prefab home features a Solar Power + Green Roof and all steel components.

Additional advantages of our prefabricated steel structures:

Low Maintenance
Superior Strength
Mold Proof
Termite Proof
Extreme Weather Proof
Energy Efficient
Reduced Waste

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