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Pre-Engineered Metal Building

All About the Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB)

Here at FSE, we’re one of the nation’s leading large-scale pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) structural steel erectors. As such, for those of you unfamiliar with the world of PEMB, we thought it would be a good idea to present a general overview of this dynamic

Back charges

Back Charges vs. Change Orders

One of the best ways for general contractors to avoid the difficulties associated with back charges is to skip the need to issue them. By hiring reputable subcontractors with realistic pricing, GCs can often save money over the length of a project.

Cranes on the PEMB Jobsite

On the Job – What to Know About Cranes

Wherever there’s heavy construction going on, you’re apt to see a crane of one sort or another. From compact loader cranes to the huge tower cranes that rise hundreds of feet into the air, cranes are the mechanical workhorses of the industrial construction trade.

Construction Collaboration

The Cloud: An Essential Tool in 21st Century Construction Collaboration

The term “construction collaboration” means all involved on a jobsite are working together toward the same end goal: a well constructed building delivered on-time and on budget. While understanding the term is simple, the actual implementation of construction collaboration can often be challenging.

Construction Safety Topics

Construction Safety Topics: The Safety/Savings Connection

We talk a lot about safety here at FSE because, in the construction industry, we believe that it is a cornerstone of good business. Setting up the necessary systems and processes for protecting employees from injury and illness helps us take good care of our

Steel Industry

The Current Steel Industry Backlog – What It Means for PEMB

As Covid-19 restrictions wind down and the economic recovery steams full speed ahead, news feeds are filled with stories about the booming housing market and a subsequent lumber shortage that has resulted in skyrocketing prices and shortages across the country.

Metal Roof Warranty

What You Need to Know About the Metal Roof Warranty

We’ve said it before, but we’ll say it again (and again and again), the roof is one area of a commercial building construction that should never be skimped on in terms of materials quality or installation.