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Rumpke Consolidated Companies, Inc.

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

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

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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

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Rosebud Horse Bedding, Incorporated

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:44 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Loss of product storage space
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 60′ wide x 100′ long
Application – Stall bedding storage

Rosebud Horse Bedding, Inc. in Grangeville, ID manufactures horse stall shavings to sell to feed stores, horse boarding facilities and ranches throughout the western United States. They are located on the same piece of land as a lumber mill, and for years had been using one of the mill’s large buildings to store their finished product. When the mill found a use for that building, Rosebud Horse Bedding President John Bennett had to quickly find a new storage space for his shavings.

Bennett started looking into different structures and decided a portable building was the best option for his company. After finding ClearSpan Fabric Structures on the web, Bennett realized a Hercules Truss Arch Building was the ideal choice. He explains, “I looked at other comparable buildings, but ClearSpan’s marketing materials were far superior. I was convinced by the pictures and testimonials I found on their website.”

Bennett purchased a 60′ wide by 100′ long Hercules Truss Arch Building and is pleased with his decision. He says, “The building performs exactly as I had envisioned.” He now has his own space to store inventory on site. The cost of the building also impressed Bennett. He continues, “The price per square foot for this storage space was less than half of that of a wood or metal structure.”

ClearSpan’s installation crew left a long-lasting impression on Bennett after the install process. He notes, “ClearSpan did an excellent job of providing the necessary information for us to ready the site. When the crew arrived, they were well prepared. If the site supervisor recognized an issue, he dealt with it promptly and at no charge to us. We appreciated the fact that he never cut corners.” Overall, Bennett is happy with the entire process as well as the final product, stating, “The building is excellent with no problems at all.”

For more on Rosebud Horse Bedding, Inc. and their ClearSpan structure, contact John Bennett at 208.983.4745.

Rosebud Horse Bedding

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Rolling Woods

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:42 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Covered space to train horses year round
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 65′ wide x 120′ long
Application – Indoor riding arena

After retiring from her job as a teacher, Linda Spain turned her 37-acre tract of land in Warren County, Iowa into a farm for training young Morgan horses. As it is difficult to find a trained Morgan horse in Iowa, Spain started buying young horses and getting them adjusted to working under saddle. With only one horse years ago, Rolling Woods is now home to twenty horses in various stages of training.

When Spain first moved to Rolling Woods, she only had a yard, pastures and the road to ride on. She soon realized that this was not safe for training horses. She explains, “With young stock, I knew riding in these spaces was dangerous, so we leveled off the top of a hill and made an outdoor arena.” Unfortunately, this solution did not solve all of Spain’s issues. She continues, “This worked when the weather cooperated. However, Iowa weather seldom cooperates. It’s too cold, too wet, too hot, or too windy and usually two of those at a time! Young horses need consistent practice to get them ready for sale.”

In order to train year round, Spain needed a place she could ride regardless of the weather. “I knew that an indoor arena was what I needed, but I never liked the idea of riding in a building. Part of the fun of horseback riding is getting outside in the fresh air and enjoying nature. I heard about ClearSpan from a friend and learned that their buildings have sides that could be rolled up and knew they would be for me,” Spain said.

Spain got exactly what she was looking for with her ClearSpan arena. “I like how light it is inside the arena. I need no artificial lighting during daylight hours. Also, it really is noticeably warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. My building doesn’t feel as confining as a metal building. It is open and airy, especially in the spring, summer and fall when the sides can be rolled up. Even in the winter when the sides are down, the height and brightness make it seem less artificial,” she happily explains.

Spain found an unexpected benefit of the building as well. She notes, “I have more company now as other people want to bring their horses to my place to use the arena. Plus, it is so good for the horses to get used to working in this type of building because it prepares them for all sorts of experiences.” Besides being able to share her space with other riders and desensitizing her horses, Spain is also able to use the wide open space in the arena for a variety of training exercises. “I use the building for all things related to horses—working on the ground, riding, driving, grooming and more. I can set up a round pen in the center of the arena and still have plenty of space around the pen for riding.”

Spain is pleased with both the ClearSpan building and experience. “I highly recommend ClearSpan buildings. The company was great to work with and really wanted to please me. My building is so impressive that I now have a lot of drive-by traffic from people who want to see it. I love my arena!”

For more on Rolling Woods and their ClearSpan arena, contact Linda Spain at rollwood@netins.net.

Rolling Woods

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Rogers Group, Inc.

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:16 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Off-season covered storage of product
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 55′ wide x 150′ long
Application – Bulk storage for aggregate limestone material

Rogers Group, Inc. provides the construction, aggregate and road building industries with crushed stone, sand and gravel, asphalt paving and road construction services. With headquarters in Tennessee and facilities in six additional states, the company provides these services to customers across the southeastern United States.

One of their facilities, located in Oak Ridge, TN, was in need of a structure to allow year-round storage of their aggregate lime product, which is only used by customers during spring and fall. This crusted stone substance is used for a variety of applications, but the main focus of the company’s use of the agricultural lime is for fertilizer in farming. “The material must be covered or rain will wash it away. In the past we had no structure at all, so we weren’t able to store it for future sales,” explains Division Production Manager Ronny Buttrum.

The Department of Transportation makes up a vast number of Rogers Group, Inc.’s customers, so they listened when these customers repeatedly suggested ClearSpan Fabric Structures as an ideal solution for their building needs. Buttrum explains, “We decided to go with a fabric structure instead of a traditional wood or metal structure based on the numerous recommendations we received from our customers.”

The company chose a Hercules Truss Arch Building for their storage facility and they are thrilled with the design of the building. “The size is more than adequate. We have been able to store more product than we had initially anticipated,” says Buttrum. He continues, “We also love how the fabric cover reduces heat in the summer to keep the inside cool and how the white color helps keep the interior bright.”

“Our ClearSpan building has proved to be an excellent value. We received quick delivery and installation of the structure and it has since met every expectation we had,” Buttrum states. He concludes, “We are very pleased with our building and it is working out great!”

For more information on Rogers Group, Inc. and their ClearSpan structure, visit www.RogersGroupIncint.com.

Rogers Group

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Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:09 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Inclement weather conditions
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 120′ wide x 120′ long
Application – Indoor tennis facility

In 1970, the town of Rockwall, Texas – about 25 miles northeast of Dallas – and local architect Ralph Plummer constructed The Shores Country Club on nearly 200 acres along picturesque Lake Ray Hubbard. Overtime, it spurned development of more than 1,300 homes, providing the Rockwall community with a true country club. A mere 40 years later amid declining membership, the club closed, and what seemed to be the end became a resurrection into something more.

In 2012, Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club was born under new management. The vision of the new leaders was to create more of a family-oriented club with more amenities. The homes, the families and the lake was there. The golf course and swimming facilities endured a massive overhaul. But it was the tennis programs and facilities that have improved membership and drawn more families to the club in recent years.

Joey Molina is the Head Tennis Professional at Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club and has been the tennis director for two years. Though the club’s eight lighted hardcourts provide sweeping views of the lake, the tennis programs, clinics and lessons can be at the mercy of inclement weather. After conducting some research on the Internet, Molina found ClearSpan Fabric Structures and ultimately chose a 120′ wide by 120′ long indoor athletic facility due to its low cost and appeal.

“We can now play tennis indoors!” exclaimed Molina. “Now that we have two of our courts covered, we can remain active when it rains.” What’s more, the technology of the high-density polyethylene fabric cover provides exceptional light permeability and also keeps the building up to 20 degrees warmer in the winter and 20 degrees cooler in the summer. “The combined natural daytime lighting and comfortable environment really makes this building unique,” Molina added.

Overall, the new athletics and recreation building from ClearSpan has worked out very well for Molina and the members of the suburban metroplex country club. Improvements continue at Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club, and Molina’s decision to work with ClearSpan couldn’t have come at a better time. “Tennis is a year-round sport,” said Molina. “A ClearSpan building is the best and most economical way to go…rain or shine!”

For more information on Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club and their ClearSpan Fabric Structure, visit www.rgactx.com.

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Richard & Michele Misener

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:06 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Keeping hay bales dry
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 73′ wide x 120′ long
Application – Hay storage building

Situated in north eastern Oregon, just miles from the Washington state line, Richard and Michele Misener have been living in Hermiston – a town of 17,000 – for 10 years. Ever since, they’ve been harvesting and baling grass hay on 18 irrigated acres of land and supplying it to local horse owners. Each year, the family would rely on a local company to provide large enough tarps to cover the hay supply before inclement weather ensued. At times, however, the hay bales would be at the mercy of rain and storms, compromising the nutritional integrity of the common livestock feed.

Misener started to research other sustainable storage options, and after learning about ClearSpan Fabric Structures in a catalog, she inquired about a Hercules Truss Arch Building. “The responsiveness of ClearSpan to my inquiry really made the decision to choose a fabric structure from ClearSpan very easy for me,” stated Misener. “We’ve found over the years that sometimes tarps wouldn’t be available for a period of time, which is why we were looking for an alternative solution to store our bales of hay.”

What’s more, Misener has been very pleased with the benefits yielded by the fabric structure. They’ve found that not only do they have more than enough space to stack their bales of hay, but they also use it as an indoor riding arena for their horses. “We’re able to ride and care for our horses in the building whenever we can,” mentioned Misener. “The natural light in the building has been pleasant and there’s no echoing, which doesn’t spook our horses.”

In the Pacific Northwest where inclement weather can be frequent, the nearly 9,000 square foot building has been a great addition for the Miseners. Overall, the spacious interior without support posts provides the maximum usable space inside their fabric building. The endless customizable options and available accessories for a ClearSpan building also allowed the Miseners to tailor the structure to their needs. “During the design process, we elected to add a ClearSpan^™Giant Bi-Fold Door to one of the end walls,” added Misener. “The Bi-Fold Door is a modern day marvel, as we are able to drive the hay wagon in, tilt the bed and stow the hay. It’s awesome!”

For more on the Miseners’ hay business and their ClearSpan building, email Michele at MicheleMisener@charter.net.

Hermiston OR

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Private Skate Facility, LLC

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 8:03 am.

Written by clearspa_wp

Challenge – Skateboard ramp exposed to the elements
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 55′ wide x 60′ long
Application – Indoor skateboarding facility

The largest skateboard ramp in the Northwest is now covered by a Hercules Truss Arch Building. The ramp, located in Seattle, WA, is 56′ wide and 13.5′ tall. It is operated as a private, non-commercial backyard ramp and is used regularly by about twenty-five advanced skateboarders from Oregon, Washington and Vancouver.

William Stein, co-owner of the ramp, explains why this building was so important to his facility. “We needed to have a ramp that was protected from the elements. This building is an integral part of the ramp, and the ramp was built at the same time the structure was being erected on top of it. The walls of the ramp act as the pony walls of the building.”

Stein found out about ClearSpan while doing online search for structures. “I chose ClearSpan because they have an excellent catalog with clearly stated prices. Most places won’t give you a price unless you call. ClearSpan also had a 55′ wide by 60′ long structure which was the exact size we needed. Most other companies didn’t have a building size that would work given the dimensions of our ramp.”

Stein was sold on more than just the size and price of ClearSpan’s building. He says, “The salespeople at ClearSpan were more professional than other companies I contacted. Also, the online videos illustrating real-world uses of their products were a selling point.”

Stein is pleased with many of the features of the building. “The cover lets in ambient light, which makes it much less expensive than having to light a facility. Also, the shadows from the trees around the structure look extremely cool. I still have the feeling that I am outside when skating on the ramp covered by the ClearSpan structure. This would have been very difficult to accomplish with a steel building.”

Stein is sure his building will last. “The steel frame is rock solid. We’ve had intense rain, windstorms and more and the roof has held up without the slightest worry.” Another great feature of the building for Stein is all the places he can keep his stuff. “There are a million places to hang things like clothes, equipment and more because of all the framing and cables.” He continues, “The building has been excellent.”

For more on William Stein and his skateboarding facility, visit www.vertramp.org.

Private Skateboard Facility

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Oscar’s Pet Resort

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 7:44 am.

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Challenge – Comfortable environment for animals and staff
Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building
Size – 45′ wide x 100′ long
Application – Pet exercise facility

Oscar’s Pet Resort is an all-inclusive pet care facility located in Lancaster, PA which offers daycare, boarding, grooming and training services for cats and dogs. The business is owned and operated by Cassie Kreider, whose main focus is to provide a luxurious and comfortable environment for the animals, as well as ensure their health and safety.

Kreider needed an enclosed building to protect the animals and staff from weather, while also providing a pleasant atmosphere they would enjoy playing in. She had originally considered a traditional wood or steel building, but was worried about the ambiance it would create. “We didn’t want the building to feel like a warehouse,” she says. After hearing a recommendation for a ClearSpan structure from a friend, Kreider decided a Hercules Truss Arch Building was perfect for the facility.

“We love the energy inside our building,” says Kreider. The bright, natural light let in through the fabric cover creates a cheerful and inviting atmosphere that everyone can enjoy. Also, the structure allows for maximum usable space, with no internal support posts to hinder the facility’s many activities, including agility classes, playgroups and obedience training.

The cost effectiveness of the structure was another important factor in Kreider’s decision to choose ClearSpan. In addition to fast construction and being low in cost per square foot, the building continues to be financially rewarding even after completion. The structure is low maintenance and significantly decreases energy costs due to the minimal lighting and heating needed.

Kreider is very happy with her fabric structure and the many benefits it has provided for her business. She says, “I have already given a tour to another daycare owner looking to buy a building and I am happy to share my experience!”

For more information on Oscar’s Pet Resort and their structure, visit www.facebook.com/OscarsPetResort.

Oscars Pet Resort

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Northern Moraine Wastewater Reclamation District

Posted on October 2, 2015 at 7:36 am.

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Challenge – Sewage sludge exposed to the elements
Solution – Two Hercules Truss Arch Buildings
Size – 65′ wide x 70′ long
Application – Covered sludge beds

Raw sewage storage is something all municipalities must handle in order to keep local water sources safe. In Illinois, the Northern Moraine Wastewater Reclamation District is responsible for serving three communities in the Island Lake area with a total population of about 12,000 people. To dispose of the sewage, this facility must process it so that it can eventually be discharged into a nearby river. Northern Moraine WRD treats approximately 1.1 million gallons of water per day.

The facility had been storing treated and dried biosolids, or sewage sludge, outside for a long period of time. Operations Supervisor Todd Sheridan explains, “The material got wet every time it rained or snowed, causing odor concerns and raising disposal costs.” Sheridan knew the facility needed covered storage space for the sludge beds and began researching his options.

Northern Moraine WRD receives catalogs regularly from one of ClearSpan’s affiliate companies and Sheridan discovered Hercules Truss Arch Buildings inside one of his copies. He says, “The price of ClearSpan Fabric Structures and the company’s great customer service were both selling points. Other companies with similar products were very unresponsive.” Sheridan decided on two 65′ wide by 70′ long Hercules Truss Arch Buildings to cover the sludge beds.

Sheridan is very pleased with the buildings, noting that they are “working out wonderfully!” He is happy with the affordable price and the construction timeline. “They were assembled in less than a week.” He adds, “The light that comes through the covers is great.” Currently, both structures are storing sewage sludge, but Sheridan says, “I’m sure we will find even more uses for the buildings down the road.”

For more information on Northern Moraine Wastewater Reclamation District’s fabric structures, email Todd Sheridan at Todd@nmwrd.org.

Northern Moraine

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