Building your dream home or a new commercial facility in the Bahamas is an exciting prospect. But before the first steel beam is erected, you’ll need to master the art of importing your materials. Navigating the logistics and customs procedures…
At TMC Engineering, we’re committed to providing you with the highest quality steel buildings and transparent information to help you plan your projects effectively. As you may be aware, the global steel market is currently experiencing significant volatility, and this…
We frequently get asked about the tools required for metal building installation. Many of our projects are erected by general contractors or subcontractors. We’re always ready to support owners and contractors through the entire process. We handle the design, fabrication,…
Elevate Your Space: Free-Standing Mezzanines for the Bahamas: Warehouses, Storage Facilities, Industrial Complexes, Commercial and Retail Spaces Maximize Your Storage Potential Are you tired of cramped warehouse spaces and limited storage capacity? Do you need to increase your inventory without…
The Bahamas – a haven of turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture – but building in paradise comes with its own set of challenges. Hurricanes, high winds, and salty air can wreak havoc on traditional construction methods for commercial…
We completed many projects and started many more in 2023. 2024 is starting just as strong as we accept shipments and install buildings throughout the Bahamas! We were able to complete our final punch-list before the opening of the new…
We are proud to bring to our Bahamian and Caribbean market a new metal building company! We work closely with the manufacturer throughout the design/build process, and through delivery and erection of their product! We have provided and installed several…
Today’s pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) systems are typically composed of structural frames (columns & rafters) and secondary framing (girts and purlins). This type of building is able to span great distances economically and increases useable floor space below. Optimizing interior…
It had to happen sooner or later – for almost two years over 2020 and 2021 the price of steel rose unprecedently during the covid pandemic and the ensuing supply chain shortages and labour shortages across the USA and the…
Whether your looking at a commercial or residential building, there are product specifications that need to be adhered to when designing and installing roof systems. One example we see often is low slope roofs. These type of roofs are typically…
We are currently still experiencing price increases and extended lead times. Right now major manufacturers such as Butler, Nurcor, Varco Pruden (VP), and others are 30+ weeks out for a building delivery from order. Star Buildings is currently ~28 weeks….
The construction industry in the Bahamas was lucky during the worldwide pandemic in that we were able to keep working, with new protocols in place protecting ourselves and those around us. As we start to get the COVID-19 vaccine distributed…