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Re: Metal BuildingsDear Sir or Madam:Ken Blair of Steel Buildings by Design, LLC in Council Bluffs, IA is interested in bidding a StarBuilding on the above referenced project and respectfully requests that Star Building Systems beconsidered as an approved manufacturer on this project and all future projects utilizing metal buildings.Star Building Systems is a leading manufacturer of pre-engineered metal buildings. For over 90 years,Star has maintained the highest reputation of quality and customer service. Star has manufactured morethan 300,000 metal buildings and currently produces approximately 4000 buildings annually.Star is an integrated part of the NCI Group. NCI is one of the largest manufacturers and marketers ofmetal coil coating solutions, metal components, and custom metal building systems. As an NCIcompany, we share manufacturing facilities with other NCI brands, including Ceco Building Systems,who is approved. Star’s product manufactures and ships from the same facilities as Ceco.Star’s products are approved by various code bodies and include certifications from UL, Factory Mutual,US Army Corp of Engineers, the International Accreditation Service (IAS) and others. Star’s in-houseengineering department is staffed by the industry’s foremost engineers and is licensed in all 50 States.Our buildings are used by most Fortune Five Hundred companies and most agencies of the federalgovernment.You can learn more about us on our website at www.starbuildings.com. If I can be of any assistance,please don’t hesitate to call me at 1-800-879-7827.Sincerely,Jeffrey L. KoosManager-Star Brand and Marketing8600 South I-35 Service Road Oklahoma City, OK 73149 405.636.2010 starbuildings.com
Building a LastingImpressionPlanning Guide
1PLANNING GUIDEStar Building Systems
PLANNING GUIDE2Welcome to StarAt Star Building Systems, we design building solutions thatlast the test of time. If you’re planning a building projectand you want security, both in the integrity of your structureand in your supplier, then Star Building Systems shouldbe your first call. At Star, you’re not given parameters.You’re given a comprehensive list of options to meet yourbuilding needs, regardless of end use. Schools. Factories.Retail Centers. Warehouses. Star Building Systems does itall. Our state-of-the-art metal construction solutions helpensure your building’s longevity.Star knows firsthand about the importance of longevity. Founded in 1927,Star Building Systems has seen and done it all, from supplying tool sheds foroil derrick drilling sites in the early oil boom days to air hangars during WorldWar II. The key to Star’s longevity? Changing with the times and trends andevolving to better serve the construction project at hand.As a technological leader in the industry, Star sets the standard for innovation.Because of this, a Star building will go the distance. A Star building can bea green building. A Star building can be a beautiful building. A Star buildingcan be your building.As you read through the Star Planning Guide, consider the longevity andmagnitude of Star Building Systems, itself. With nearly a century of experienceand over 300,000 satisfied customers, Star Building Systems has more thanwithstood the test of time. So can your building.Star Building Systems
3PLANNING GUIDEThe Power of StarStar Building Systems is an international provider of quality, longlasting metal building systems and metal building components.Looking for longer overall life spans? New or additional roofingsolutions? Star has you covered. Our construction capabilitiesallow you to design and build structures that are multi-functionaland multi-faceted. Our vast product lines give you the freedom tocreate a building that is attractive and cost effective. Star workswith you, the architect, the contractor, the builder, the owner, tomeet budgetary needs and make room for expansion possibilitieslater on. Waste reduction practices utilized in the design phaseensure financial value.Star products are inspected frequentlythroughout the manufacturing processensuring your receipt of a top qualityand dependable system. Star’s nationalmanufacturing facilities function at maximumoperating efficiency, promising you timelydelivery.Working with Star is easy. Easy and fast. That’s because Star andyour Star Builder are there from start to finish. As your businessgrows, Star grows with you, offering expansion and upgradeopportunities along the way. The benefits of building with Star Steelare numerous and far from limited: Building with metal allows for faster construction times,saving time and money. Metal construction offers more design flexibility andversatility when compared against more traditionalmaterials like wood or concrete. Star metal buildings and products require less long termmaintenance. Star offers a long line of green solutions that areenvironmentally and economically friendly. Star products are available in multiple colors, finishes andsilhouettes for additional design options. Star metal construction products can be used inconjunction with other, more traditional building materials.Star Building Systems
PLANNING GUIDE4The Star Builder NetworkStar is proud to partner with hundreds of Builders that sellStar Building Systems to a variety of end users. Star and StarBuilders work together as a team to provide you with the verybest solution for your building needs. Star Builders are someof the most qualified, reputable builders in the industry whounderstand local building codes and permitting requirements.They’re full service contractors offering expertise from conceptto completion, delivering your project on time and on budget.ProductsLong Bay features:Long Bay – Star Building Systems offers aproven solution for your large-scale projectrequirements. The patented Long Bay System(LBS) is custom-engineered to accommodatestructures requiring expanded areas of openfloor space. The Long Bay System doesso without prohibiting architectural designopportunities.Star’s LBS is ideal for any building requiring few interior columns:manufacturing facilities, warehouses, retail buildings andrecreational buildings. Open web truss sub-framing provides roofsupport and simplifies the installation of mechanical and electricalsystems.The Long Bay System has proven overall in-place constructioncost savings from reduced foundation costs, ease of erection andpredictable deliveries. Compatibility with multiple wall and roofingsystems gives you increased flexibility in construction design. Offered in bays up to 70’ Superior strength-to-weight ratios Less bridging required than withtraditional bar-joist installations Greater design flexibility – canbe used with hard wall and metalcladding applications Machine rolled for accuracy andtighter tolerances Entire system erected withoutwelding, all connections are boltedor screwed Long Bay Systems have provenerection cost savings over othertypes of joist constructionStar Building Systems
5PLANNING GUIDERoof and Wall SystemsA Star building is more than structurally sound. A Star buildingis beautiful, eye-catching, attractive. This is due in part to ourwide selection of superior-quality roof and wall panels, all ofwhich are available in a variety of colors, coats and appliedfinishes. Regardless of your project application, Star has theproducts to get the job done, from simple screw-down panelsto state-of-the-art standing seam roof panels. Take a look.ShadowRib Wall Panel – ShadowRib is a concealed fastener wallsystem that provides performance and compatibility. Clean, contemporarylooks are achieved by the 1 ½" deep sculptured profile, embossed texture,and interior attachment. Available in 24 gauge steel and formed into 16"wide, 3" deep sections.PBR Roof and Wall Panels – PBR is a 36" wide panel that works well forroof and wall, as well as liner, mansard and soffit panel applications. Its 1 ¼"deep ribs create an even-shadowed appearance and the area between theribs is reinforced with minor ribs. The attachment of the panel is made fromthe exterior with color matched fasteners. Available in 26 and 24 gauge.AVP Wall Panel – AVP is a 36" wide panel with semi-concealed fasteners.The panel profile produces a decorative shadow line resulting in a distinctivearchitectural effect. Ribs are 1 1 8" deep and major corrugations are spaced12" on center. The attachment of the panel is made from the exterior withcolor matched fasteners. Available in 26 and 24 gauge.Star Building Systems
PLANNING GUIDE6Standing Seam Roof SystemsBattenLok HS Roof Panel – BattenLok HS is a 16" wide, 24 gaugemechanically field-seamed, high strength standing seam roof systemcapable of transitioning from roof to fascia applications. BattenLok HShas a 2" tall vertical seam and can be installed directly over purlins or barjoists. BattenLok HS does not require a solid substructure for support.Recommended for roof slopes of ½:12 or greater. Also available in 12".Double-Lok Roof Panel – Double-Lok is a 24" standing seam panel attachedto the subframing using a concealed fastening clip system that provides forthermal movement and minimal panel penetrations. The field-seamed panelcan be used on all types of construction – masonry, metal or wood – foreither new construction or retrofit. The 24 gauge panel provides ultimateweathertightness and wind uplift resistance. Recommended for roof slopesof ¼:12 or greater.SuperLok Roof Panel – The SuperLok standing seam panel blends theaesthetics of an architectural panel with the strength of a structural panel.The mechanically field-seamed system combines a 2" tall slim rib withexceptional uplift resistance to withstand the most rigorous weatherconditions. The 16" wide panel can be installed directly over purlins or barjoists. Available in 24 gauge steel and recommended for roof slopes of½:12 and greater. Also available in 12".Ultra-Dek Roof Panel – Ultra-Dek is a 24" wide snap-together, trapezoidalleg standing seam roof system. It is ideal for industrial, commercial andarchitectural applications. The standard offering for the Ultra-Dek systemis a sliding clip that allows for thermal movement. Ultra-Dek panels can beinstalled on various types of construction. Recommended for roof slopesof ¼:12 or greater.Star Building Systems
7PLANNING GUIDEInsulated Panel SystemsInsulated metal panels are the ideal solution for energy efficiencywhen it comes to roof and wall applications. They are strongand can be utilized with fewer structural supports than mostsingle skin panels. This is due to their greater spanning andload bearing capabilities. Their incredible green attributes canbe found in the Green In Star portion of the Star Planning Guide.CFR Roof Panel – The CFR insulated metal standing seam roof panel hasa Mesa profile for both the exterior and interior skins. The CFR roof panelhas a 2" high standing seam and is attached to the structure with two-piececoncealed clips. CFR offers a maximum R-value of 42.9.LS-36 Roof & Wall Panel – The versatility of the LS-36 insulated metalroof and wall panel offers a multitude of design options. The overlapping,through fastened joint allows for quick installation. The exterior profilefeatures 1 ¼" high major ribs at 12" centers with Mesa in between ribs at4" centers. The interior skin has a Mesa profile. LS-36 offers R-values toR-42.9.CF Mesa Wall Panel – The Mesa panel is well suited for exterior wall andinterior partition wall applications. The lightly corrugated Mesa profile onboth faces of the panel ensures symmetry and uniform appearance fromoutside to inside and from room to room in partition applications. Mesaoffers R-values of up to R-42.9.CF Flute Wall Panel – The ribbed profile of the CF Fluted wall panel providesbold vertical lines complimentary to almost any commercial or industrialbuilding. Inverted ribs in the profile enhance the high-tech industrial look.The interior skin has a Mesa profile. The CF Fluted panel offers a maximumR-value of up to R-42.9.CF Striated Wall Panel – The Striated Wall Panel is an attractive andeconomical alternative to typical flat wall panels. The exterior face islightly profiled with narrow longitudinal striations and exhibits a virtuallyflat appearance while blending the panel side joints. The Striated panelachieves R-values of up to R-28.6.CF Santa Fe Wall Panel – The Santa Fe insulated metal wall panel has a flatexterior profile with a heavily embossed, stucco texture that resembles thelook of a masonry stucco finish. The interior skin has a Mesa profile. Santa Feoffers R-values up to R-28.6.Star Building Systems
PLANNING GUIDE8CF Architectural Wall Panel – The Architectural wall panel employs aflat appearance providing a monolithic look that is ideal for high-profilearchitectural applications. Both the interior and exterior skins are stuccoembossed and the interior skin has a Mesa profile. The Architectural wallpanel offers R-Values up to R-28.6.CF 7.2 Insul-Rib Wall Panel – The 7.2 Insul-Rib insulated metal wallpanel combines a traditional 7.2 rib panel design with a polyurethane foamcore, providing exceptional insulating properties in various thicknesses.The exterior profile is a 1 ½" deep, 7.2" on center rib pattern. The interiorskin has a Mesa profile. The 7.2 Insul-Rib panel offers R-values to R-28.6.HPCI Barrier Wall Panel – The HPCI Barrier metal wall panel is an air,water, thermal and vapor barrier panel that can be used behind any type offaçade. Installed in a horizontal orientation, completely outside of structuralsupports, there are no thermal bridges to reduce energy efficiency. Theinterior profile is Mesa. R-values of up to R-28.6 can be achieved with theHPCI Barrier Wall Panel.CF Tuff Wall Panel – Tuff Wall is an exceptionally attractive stucco-likeinsulated wall panel that provides the masonry look that many designersand communities desire. The exterior stucco-like surface is factory appliedand is an extremely durable, impact and abrasion resistant finish. Tuff Wallachieves maximum R-values of up to R-42.9.CF Tuff-Cast Panel – Tuff-Cast is an exceptionally attractive insulatedwall panel that provides the appearance of finished precast concrete. Theexterior textured surface is factory applied. The Tuff-Cast finish offers anextremely durable, impact and abrasion resistant coating. The interior faceis an attractive Mesa profile. Tuff-Cast offers R-values of up to R-42.9.Star Building Systems
9PLANNING GUIDEAccessoriesFrom gutters and downspouts to ventilators, windows and canopies, Staroffers a complete line of worry-free accessories. All of which add to a finishedbuilding with a unique presence. Our accessories are specifically designed towork with Star’s durable roof and wall systems. They reinforce the building’sstructural integrity. They ensure its weather tightness and energy efficiency.If you need overhangs, entry doors, store fronts or thermal windows, Staraccessories compliment the appearance and functionality of your building.The Green in StarBuilding energy efficiently has become a priority in the construction industry.Star Building Systems, along with parent company NCI Group, Inc., is leadingthe way. Our environmentally friendly construction products and practiceshelp reduce excess waste and energy consumption. Simultaneously, Star’sproducts and practices add to the longevity of your structure.Star’s metal roof and wall panels consist of at least 25 percent recycledmaterial. When utilized with Star structural members, a complete Star buildingcan contain anywhere from 30 to 50 percent recycled material.In an effort to build smarter, Star is proud to provide insulated metal panels(IMPs) and other steel components supplied by Star’s sister companies,Metl-Span and MBCI.Green ProductsStar offers a wide range of energy efficient, sustainable solutions includingIMPs, Retrofit Roofing Systems and Cool Roof Colors.Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) – IMPs are roof and wall panels consisting oftwo single-skin metal panels with a foamed-in-place core. They are sealed atthe side laps and all perimeter boundaries. IMPs provide impressive R-values,enhancing the building’s overall energy performance. Thermal bridges areprevented due to the unique interlocking application of the panels. Thistechnique also provides resistance to moisture and air infiltration.Retrofit Roofing Systems – Star’s Retrofit Roofing System assists inimproving energy efficiency of pre-existing roofs. LEED Certification can beachieved on existing buildings through the use of this system, in part becausethe existing roof materials will not become waste added to landfills. Whenapplied at a specified slope and with the addition of cool roof colors, theretrofit system improves Solar Reflective values and provides excellent waterrunoff solutions.Cool Roof Colors – Cool Roof Colors can reduce energy consumption,minimize urban heat islands and improve cost savings. Many of Star’s CoolRoof Color Options meet the reflectivity and emissivity performance levelsrequired by LEED and ENERGY STAR. Excellent reflectivity properties requireless energy to heat and cool the building overall.Star Building Systems
PLANNING GUIDE10Building ApplicationsWhether you need a small, simple building or a large,complex structure, you will find that Star’s time-testedprocesses and products are an excellent choice for any enduse application. If you require modifications to an existingbuilding or your construction project is still in the planningstages, Star stands up to the challenge. Star’s wide rangeof non-residential construction possibilities is endless. Ourproducts are designed for optimal strength and efficiency,resulting in unmatched long-term value and cost savings,benefiting you before, during and after construction.Our Retail and Commercial facilities are attractive, functional and costeffective. Whether you are considering a one-of-a-kind free standingcommercial center or a chain of centers across the country, StarBuilding Systems can offer a solution to fit your needs. Eye-catchingdesign options are possible with Star’s broad collection of exteriorveneers, finishes and colors. Quick construction times and long-termlow maintenance equals unparalleled savings.Star excels when it comes to Manufacturing and Industrial facilities.Complete with design flexibility and expandability, steel structuresare inherently weather and pest resistant. Overhead crane systemsrequiring 90-foot eave heights, storage mezzanines and conveyorsystems might pose a design threat for other companies. Not Star.Star Building Systems has been providing safe housing space forthese applications and more for years.Star Building Systems
11PLANNING GUIDEA dependable Warehouse offers space and is low maintenance, costeffective and durable. Star is proud to offer creative and dependablewarehouse solutions that cater to your every need. Spacial concerns areeliminated when utilizing Star’s clear span design or Long Bay System.It’s guarantee of uninterrupted space saves time and room by removingstructural columns, while maintaining the utmost structural integrity.Institutional and Government Construction accounts for some of thenation’s most important facilities: schools, hospitals, fire and policestations and more. These projects are completely customizable to fityour budget and your specifications. Want the building to be functionaland visually stunning? Star is your brand. With the additional benefitof green building solutions, your institutional facility can be built tolast while building a lasting impression.Star’s Agricultural and Livestock facilities are designed with themodern farmer in mind. Thermal efficiency and sustainable ventilationare key elements when constructing from the ground up. Uniquedrainage techniques are often specified when designing for feed,milk and housing facilities. Star routinely designs these facilities toinclude light transmitting panels and lofts as a means
opportunities along the way. The benefits of building with Star Steel are numerous and far from limited: Building with metal allows for faster construction times, saving time and money. Metal construction offers more design flexibility and versatilit
