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…
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…
TMC Engineering Ltd. is proud to have won a coveted 2019 Master Builder Award for the its Consolidated Water R/O Facility. We graciously thank all of our clients and our employees who have worked hard together to achieve this! We…
Here at TMC Engineering Ltd. we have continually designed with the strength and longevity of the building system in mind. We are not trying to sell the bare minimum (or in some cases, below minimum) building as fast as possible. …
The Category 5 Hurricane Dorian that decimated both Abaco and Freeport caused catastrophic destruction and devastation, both in terms of infrastructure and the human toll. Those that survived have had their lives turned upside down. We cannot nearly begin to…
When designing a steel building, or any other type of building for that matter, there are many factors to consider. One question that has come up more frequently is the installation of solar panels, whether as part of the project…
As they old adage goes, “if it sounds to good to be true, it probably is.” As of 2021, Freedom Steel has closed their doors, disabled their phones, removed their website, and refused to answer emails. They have taken their…
As we enter into the second official month of the 2018 hurricane season, a few thoughts cross my mind. Are our previously installed metal buildings ready to take the brunt of hurricane force winds and storm driven rain? Are our…
The Bahamas Building Code was written in 2003. Essentially, the code is 15 years old. A lot has happened in the world of building codes, most notably the IBC – International Building Code. Previously, steel buildings were allowed by the…