Case Studies Archive | Page 9 of 11

Service Dog Project, Inc.

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:54 am.

Challenge – Building replacement after collapse
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 60′ wide x 80′ long
Application – Indoor training arena

For more than 30 years, Service Dog Project, Inc. (SDP) has provided a suitable home and training facility for Great Danes. The not-for-profit organization on the North Shore of Massachusetts is accredited by Assistance Dogs International and sits on 12 scenic acres made up of kennels and large fields. When their traditional wooden pole barn used for training purposes collapsed in a blizzard, SDP President Carlene White was in need of a new, sustainable facility.

“After doing a little research when my old arena collapsed during a snow storm, I decided that I wanted a building from ClearSpan Fabric Structures,” stated White. “I’ve been using ClearSpan’s affiliate company, FarmTek, for many years, so I was familiar with their reputation. After comparing ClearSpan to two other companies, I determined that the structural steel and fabric cover were much more durable.” The staff at Service Dog Project extensively trains each dog individually, based on the needs and requirements of the applicant, which range from children to military veterans to patients with multiple sclerosis.

Another aspect that intrigued White was the abundance of light that permeates into the structure. “I enjoy the building because of the natural daytime light. Our work takes place during the day and we haven’t had the need to install any supplemental lighting,” she said.

Furthermore, the unique design and the high-density polyethylene (HDPE) fabric covers that make up a ClearSpan building provide a much more comfortable environment, with temperatures up to 20 degrees cooler in the summer and 20 degrees warmer in the winter. “I’ve really been pleased with the abundant storage capability in the building without sacrificing any room,” said White. “The benefits for me in the winter have been twofold. I no longer have to worry about the building collapsing, because snow and ice slide off with ease. The footing inside the building – since it’s dirt – is ice free, providing an optimal environment for the Great Danes to stretch and run full speed.”

The 60′ wide by 80′ long Hercules Truss Arch Building from ClearSpan has been an exceptional and trouble-free addition to the 65 Great Danes, 40 volunteers and dedicated staff at Service Dog Project. “The building has been perfect!” exclaimed White. “It’s naturally well lit in every corner, and has been very useful.”

To learn more about Service Dog Project and their ClearSpan Fabric Structures, visit their website at www.servicedogproject.org.

Ipswich MA

Rumpke Consolidated Companies, Inc.

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:50 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Lack of covered storage for recyclable materials
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 120′ wide x 60′ long
Application – Material recovery facility

Rumpke Consolidated Companies, Inc. ranks among the nation’s largest privately owned waste and recycling companies. With a strong respect for the environment, the company has found success owning and operating several landfills, transfer stations and recycling facilities throughout Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. In 2010, Rumpke began a $2.5 million renovation to its downtown Columbus material recovery facility. This included a complete demolition and an addition to its tipping floor area, which meant that recyclable materials were stored outdoors.

Currently, there are no regulations in Ohio prohibiting the practice of leaving recyclable materials uncovered; however, the company was not comfortable with that. Rumpke engineer Dave Murphy explains, “We knew we could leave the materials exposed, but did not want to be a nuisance for the neighbors; papers and plastics could blow into their yards. Plus, the process runs better with dry materials and we wanted to maintain a clean facility by keeping the materials out of the elements.” Murphy was looking for different solutions to this problem when he came across a ClearSpan Fabric Structures brochure.

After reading the brochure and speaking with a Truss Arch specialist, Murphy began to work with ClearSpan due to their customized building options, quick construction timelines and durable structures. “We continuously have large equipment unloading materials at the recycling facility. We needed a lot of clearance especially for our back hopper which requires a height of 28′ to 30′, and we have an IT loader that scoops up materials then loads them onto our conveyor system,” explains Murphy.

Rumpke purchased a 120′ wide by 60′ long Hercules Truss Arch Building to serve as a cover for their material recovery facility. They decided to contract ClearSpan’s installation crew and the structure was built in a week and a half. Due to the ease of construction, the company was able to keep operations running smoothly and without complications.

Once renovations were complete, Rumpke no longer needed the building as a tipping area. “We were looking for a great solution to house some recyclable materials and the building served its purpose,” Murphy says. “We knew at the time of purchase it would need to serve other functions.” They plan on using this structure as a storage facility for either overflow at a glass building, or for heavy equipment at a landfill. “Overall we are happy with ClearSpan. The building performed very well,” concludes Murphy.

For more information on Rumpke’s material recovery facility in Columbus, OH, visit www.Rumpke.com.

Cincinnati OH

Ross Farms

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:47 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Finding a storage facility they could self install
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 100′ wide x 195′ long
Application – Corn storage

Operating on 4,000 acres, Ross Farms is run by the Ross brothers, Bill, Gary and Ken, and their wives. Primarily a grain operation, they also grow corn and soybeans. While more than half of their corn is stored in bins on the property, the rest was put into commercial flat storage. To eliminate the expense of renting commercial space, as well as add a versatile storage building to the farm, the family decided to install a new structure on their property.

After visiting fabric structures in their area and experiencing the daytime interior brightness, they knew that this type of building was the best choice. Bill says, “The light is just fantastic compared to pole buildings. You can’t get enough lights in a pole building to compare to a fabric structure even on a cloudy day.”

The family approached several fabric structure manufacturers and decided on a 100′ wide by 195′ long ClearSpan Hercules Truss Arch Building. “We chose ClearSpan because it is an American company,” Bill explains. He continues, “I have been impressed with every person that I have been in contact with, from my National Account Manager to the people I met when I visited the manufacturing facility in Iowa.” One of their main requirements in choosing a structure was the capability to install it themselves. Bill says, “I’m really pleased with the installation process. The blueprints were good and whenever I called in with questions, I always spoke to someone who was knowledgeable.”

Bill notes that the ClearSpan structure is a great addition to the farm. “We especially like the high clearance and easy access,” he says. “There isn’t anything to slow down loading corn in and out—dump trucks can easily drive in and dump inside, and we can load corn in with a wheel loader without worrying about hitting the trusses.” The versatility of the structure is another benefit for the Ross family. “In the winter, when we’re not storing corn we can ride our horses in the building. We’re also storing equipment in it,” Bill explains.

For more information on Ross Farms and their ClearSpan structure, call Bill Ross at 815.541.1709.

Ross Farms

Egan IL

Slesnick Iron & Metal

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 9:12 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Protecting scrap metal from inclement weather
Solution – Three Hercules Truss Arch Buildings
Sizes – Two 65′ wide x 40′ long, One 65′ wide x 50′ long
Application – Recycled metal storage

Slesnick Iron & Metal is a family-owned company founded in 1957 which sorts and processes recycled scrap metal, including steel, aluminum, copper and brass. They purchase the recycled metal from surrounding areas in Northeast Ohio and market it to steel and aluminum mills, foundries and refineries in the United States and China. The company prides itself on maintaining a clean, state-of-the-art facility in order to efficiently and cost-effectively offer a high-quality product to their customers.

Vice President of Operations Tim Jones decided that a covered building was necessary to uphold the high standards of the company, while providing much needed protection from the elements during the winter. Jones explains, “Since our business has grown over the years, we were looking for something practical to store the scrap metal, while keeping it out of the harsh, inclement weather that we have. It is very important that we keep the metal clean and dry before it goes to a mill to be melted down.” After seeing a ClearSpan advertisement in a recycling magazine, Jones looked into the company and decided that three Hercules Truss Arch Buildings would be the perfect solution for his company’s storage needs.

“Our ClearSpan buildings are a great value for the size of the structures,” says Jones. “We like the spaciousness of the buildings because it allows enough room to store several tons of metal and the high clearances are tall enough to park a truck inside.” The buildings provide so much extra space that they are using them for more than they had anticipated. Jones adds, “We are also using the buildings to keep equipment out of the weather. This has provided a place to perform maintenance on our heavy machinery, while also making their engines start up easier in the morning.”

An added benefit that the company enjoys is that ClearSpan buildings are able to be moved, if necessary. Jones explains, “We liked that these buildings are portable. If we decided we needed to relocate, we can.” Jones is completely satisfied with the ClearSpan process from start to finish and states, “We wouldn’t have done anything differently. Our three ClearSpan buildings are outstanding!”

For more on Slesnick Iron & Metal and their ClearSpan buildings, visit www.SlesnickSteel.com/I&M_Home.

Slesnick Iron & Metal

Shawnee Public Works Replaces Their Town Of Shawnee Structures

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 9:03 am.

Written by Pat Mahoney

Challenge – Greater salt storage capacity
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 54′ wide x 100′ long
Application – Salt storage

With the tough winter across the United states extra salt was needed to keep the roads safe, and due to this need, Shawnee County, a county surrounding Topeka, Kansas, required a larger building for the county’s road salt storage. After researching several fabric tension storage buildings, Tom Flanagan, deputy director of Public Works Shawnee County, determined an engineered ClearSpan Hercules Truss Arch Building was the right solution for his public works department.

Before their new structure was erected, Shawnee Public Works used smaller Shawnee structures located throughout the county, but had limited storage capacity in each of those buildings. Flanagan chose to construct one large ClearSpan fabric structure capable of storing approximately 2,000 tons of road salt and use this site as the central distribution point for Shawnee County Public Works.

The Shawnee County Public Works is excited to use their building for the upcoming winter.

“We’re very satisfied with our new ClearSpan building, as it gave us the ability to centralize our salt operation for this impending winter.”

He also had some advice for others who were thinking about making a similar purchase.

“Make certain the company selling the building fabricates, delivers, erects and warrants the completed building, and ClearSpan checked all those boxes for us.”

Flanagan was impressed with the workmanship of the structure and explained, “The quality of workmanship on the fabrication and the materials used on the structure are superior.”

ClearSpan employees also left a positive impression on Flanagan as he replaced his Shawnee structures.

“ClearSpan employees exhibited first class professionalism from our initial inquiry, to providing information through design, fabrication, delivery and installation.”

Shawnee