Clear Span Buildings Buying and Leasing Guide!

Clear span buildings

What are clear span buildings?

These are large structures designed to maximize space for companies, showrooms, and other companies that need a high volume of space. These structures are required to meet certain standards, and specifically, those in the UK have to meet BS6399 standards.

Most clear span buildings are made using a variety of materials with steel frames and fabric covers being the most common. However, high-quality and durable PVC covers are also used by some companies.

If your business needs tall structures with a width of up to 60 meters, then clear span buildings will be a perfect choice. The options available are either to buy or lease from a reputable temporary structure solutions provider.

So, how do you go about this?

Consider Your Needs

Most clear span buildings are used in manufacturing and processing companies with big machines. Therefore, you need to know the exact amount of space that you need before the purchase or lease. If you need a warehouse, assess your current and future space needs to make the right purchase.

It is also important to assess the ideal height of the structure that you need, especially when the machines are big or need enough air circulation for optimum productivity. If you are not sure, a reputable clear span buildings provider might help you find the information that you need.

Buy or Lease from a Reputable Company

If you want to get the best clear span buildings, buy or lease from a reputable seller. Smart-Space is one of the best temporary structure solution providers in the UK and you could consider them. They have clear span buildings called “maxi-space” that meet the BS6399 British standards and they are very affordable.

Those from other regions of the world should consider buying or leasing from the best companies in the area. So, check reviews on the web, ask for referrals, and consult with a structural expert to find the best companies in your region.

Choose the Features to be Included

Apart from the structures that are made of high-quality steel and fabric or PVC covers, these buildings include other features as well. Most of them are customized to suit the needs of the clients. Lighting is the first feature to consider. It is best to have clear span structures that allow in natural light during the day and have adequate light at night from a sustainable source such as solar.

Insulation and water-tight sealing are crucial and you should consider them, especially for structures used in manufacturing and processing. Steel cladding might be used to make sure that the heat from machines does not affect the walls and the roof. Water-tight sealing prevents water from leaking into the machines or goods stored in the clear span buildings.

Check the Price

Do you plan to buy or lease custom-made clear span buildings? Each of these options has different costs, so you need to do a careful cost-benefit analysis. Buying a custom-made structure is initially expensive but saves a lot of money in the long run. These structures can last for several years, and if your company plans to run until this time, it is best to buy. After all, buying clear span buildings is cheaper than constructing permanent brick and mortar structures.

On the other hand, it is most affordable to lease if you want to use the structures on a short-term basis. Peruse through the leasing prices of different service providers and pick the one that provides value for money.

Final Word

Buying or leasing these buildings is easy when you consider the above guidelines. Since they are big projects, it is important to have a project lead to see to it that the best structures have been erected for your operations.

Clear span building article and permission to publish here provided by Bailey Merton. Originally written for Supply Chain Game Changer and published on July 8, 2021.