Without these key requirements, mission critical facilities run the risk of failing to carry out the operations that make them critical in the first place. Mission Critical Facilities Definition: What Is a Mission Critical Facility? A mission critical facility is a type of building or…
Coal is used to generate more than a third of the world’s electricity. The waste product of coal-fired power plants, known as coal combustion residuals (CCR) or “coal ash,” is highly toxic to the environment, wildlife, and nearby communities. The two methods for disposing of…
Tension fabric buildings are a great substitute for traditional buildings, being just as durable and more cost effective. As fabric buildings become more popular, there are things to think about before buying one for your business. Before buying a fabric building you must what type of materials are used and how strong they are.You need to know if the companies design has been tested and meets building codes. In addition, flexibility and durability are important these to consider. Some companies also offer customization if you need a building for special circumstances. It’s important to compare buildings to find the right fit for your business.
Heat waves and cold fronts are becoming increasingly more extreme across the globe. In 2022, areas throughout the world experienced some of their highest temperatures and driest seasons to date, breaking more records than ever before. According to The Weather Channel, “As of May 4…
A New Corporate Structure to Support Our Growth Strategy and Expand Individual Brands. Kirkland, Wash., July 1, 2022 – Alaska Structures, Inc. (Alaska) is pleased to announce that, following the recent tremendous expansion of our product lines and our successful consolidation with WeatherPort Shelter Systems,…
Seeking a high-quality weather-resistant, fabric building to protect your helicopter from the elements and damaging weather? Alaska Structures® custom designs, engineers, and manufactures the world’s most widely used fabric buildings. Our fabric buildings are unique in that they are custom-built structures designed to meet your…
Fabric buildings are gaining popularity in many industries, and a great option for recycling centers, waste management, and transfer stations. These operations can lower costs using fabric buildings because they are cheaper and faster to set up than brick-and-mortar facilities. Fabric buildings have less strict foundation requirements, only needing a level surface to be set up on, which cuts time. Since these structures are more flexible than traditional buildings, more waste and recycling centers can open, allowing communities more access. Alaska Structures designs durable, efficient fabric buildings that can work for all types of operations, including waste and recycling efforts.
The RV manufacturing industry is booming. More RVs were created this year than ever before. The RV Industry Association (RVIA) forecasted that RV shipment numbers will range between 567,000 and 587,400 units for the year 2021 — a 34% increase from 2020, which ended the…
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Infrastructure Bill, plans on addressing the deteriorating infrastructure in the United States. This bill proposes $1.2 trillion in spending, and $550 billion of that total would be new federal spending collected over the next five…
For many years, the United States has held the highest incarceration rate in the world, with over 2.1 million prisoners in the system as of 2021. That’s about 25% of the world’s total number of people behind bars. With jails and prisons often near capacity,…
When designing buildings for your mining or research sites, it’s important to include a building for dining. Workers need a place, protected from the elements, to eat and relax while they work long hours. Fabric buildings are a great option when designing mess halls for your staff. Workers will be safe in a fabric building from Alaska Structures, because they receive testing to ensure they are durable. They can withstand extreme weather like traditional buildings, but require less time and labor, making them cheaper to set up. There are other benefits to using a fabric structure besides cost and easy setup. Learn more about how to use fabric structures for cost effective dining space for your workers.
Learn about the different modular building applications for construction projects, heavy engineering, power plants and other facilities. These extremely durable and portable engineered fabric structures offer the versatility and cost-effectiveness required for these types of projects.
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