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GBX series fabric structure used for Oil and Gas equipment protection.

Use of Fabric Structures in Oil & Gas Exploration

Oil and gas operations can be very expensive. As the oil and gas prices drop, it can be hard to maintain a profit with such costly operations. It’s more important than ever to have cost-effective operations, and one way to do that is by using fabric buildings. Fabric buildings can withstand extreme weather and work for every stage of operations at a lower cost than traditional buildings. Fabric buildings have use during the search, well drilling, rig, and extraction stages to house equipment and workers on site. These buildings clearly can support all aspects of operations, similar to traditional buildings, with added cost and time savings.

Fabric Building Aircraft Hangar Interior

Aircraft Hangar Buyer’s Guide

Buying an aircraft hangar is a huge investment with lots of factors to consider. Obviously your budget will affect your decision, but it’s important to consider the needs of your aircraft. Determine the basic needs for your aircraft to see what hangars are available to support those needs. The first consideration is location. Location can affect the cost of your project if you lease space or need to build roads, strips etc. Design type is the next factor. Pre-made options may be cheaper, but custom design may be needed if you have special aircraft. The layout is also an important factor, to maximize space for however many aircraft you must store. The materials you use such as door types, fabrics, and sheeting also determine the price of your hangar. You also must make sure your hangar is up to code and on proper foundation. Location plays a role in this as well because it often affects building requirements. This guide can help you consider all these factors to make the best purchase for your needs.

Yurt and Tiny Living Tips From Experts

Community experts share their insights about living small in a yurt or tiny house with the goal of helping others understand small living.

Fabric building camp system and mining camp

Mining Operation uses Alaska Structures’ Camp Systems

It’s easy to talk about the benefits of fabric buildings in mining operations, but third-party insight is invaluable. This article provides an example of practical application of fabric buildings in the real world. A manager of a mining site, Mike Smith, uses Alaska Structures fabric buildings to set up his mining operations. Operations include sleepers, offices, showers, and dining rooms. According to Smith, camps set up in days, including water and electrical work, much faster than building a traditional structure. Alaska Minerals saves time and money to have efficient operations using fabric buildings. These low-cost operations make mining operations competitive and profitable.

Fabric Buildings for Aleutian Island Community

Proven Longevity for Aleutian Island Community

The Aleutian Pribilof Island Community Development Association (APICDA) is a community, non-profit fishery in Alaska. They use profits to rebuild communities and fund education and training for members. In addition to those services, they provide grants. Alaska is known for it’s harsh weather with unforgiving wind and heavy snowfall. Operations based there, like APICDA, need strong and long-lasting buildings to withstand the storms. APICDA uses fabric shelters from Alaska Structures on their site. They are noted for being easy to install and very durable; APICDA keeps the fabric buildings up all year long. Another benefit is the cost-savings, whereas a hard-sided lodge may cost about $500,000, the fabric building they used came just under $100,000. This interview helps demonstrate the quality and benefits of using fabric structures.

Six Reasons to Buy a Swimming Pool Enclosure

Pools are a popular feature for homes, and many love sunbathing and taking a dip in the summer. However, pools aren’t only for summer use; with a pool enclosure you can have year-round swimming, just one its benefits. The other benefits of pool enclosures are increased safety, more privacy, cleaner water, reduced chemical use, and lower maintenance costs. A great option for a pool enclosure is a fabric enclosure, such as the structures WeatherPort makes. Learn more about these benefits and how you can improve your swimming season with a pool enclosure.

10 WeatherPort® for Ski Resorts

Ski resorts have a lot of components to them to make sure visitors have a good time and are comfortable. WeatherPort® are an option for ski resorts to protect visitors from the elements, as well as provide a comfortable stay. These shelter systems can cover walkways, house dining halls, serve as storage buildings, maintenance shops, and lodging. They also can be used house extra amenities such as pools and spas, rental and retail shops, and warming huts. You can also use these systems for starting gates or event tents during competitions. Finally, the structures receive third-party testing to confirm their strength and versatility, making them a great option for ski resort applications.

Best Practices for Fabric Warehouse and Storage Facilities

Equipment storage and warehouse buildings relied on sheet metal and steel as the main source of materials for these buildings. It was cheaper to use sheet metal and steel to make buildings for storage and warehouses than traditional brick-and-mortar materials. With recent advancements, however, steel and sheet metal are no longer the most cost-effective options when building these structures. Fabric buildings are using fabrics that are stronger than ever, and able to last through harsh weather and working conditions. Alaska Structures specializes in making fabric buildings and have some of the strongest buildings currently on the market. Explore the benefits of fabric structures over traditional buildings including: custom design, eco-friendly design, more space, and faster assembly.

Fabric-covered Fabrication and Maintenance Workshop

Proven Toughness in Rugged Mining Environments

S&M Construction is a contractor working in the mining industry, with reclamation and cleanup services. They also specialize in crushing rocks for use as aggregate. They are based in Arizona, where there are copper mines. Proper worksite protection is vital because of the harsh weather conditions. There is excessive heat and monsoons which can cause metals to rust or paint stripping. S&M Construction chose Alaska Structures to build a fabrication shop on-site, and used the structures for about six years. This interview highlights the benefits of using fabric structures including customization, mobility, lots of space, and long-lasting, low-maintenance structures.

Interior GTX gable truss fabric structure work shop.

3 Ways Fabric Structures Can Improve Manufacturing Facilities

Traditional manufacturing buildings used metal or brick in their construction, materials noted for being strong and sturdy. However, advancements in technology provide stronger fabrics and a new building solution for manufacturers. Fabric structures help reduce costs for operations by being quick to set up and using affordable materials. Not only do fabric structures save time and money, they are energy-efficient, have pleasant work conditions, and long-lasting. They allow more natural light and insulated, saving money on power. In addition, they can be used multiple times and easily removed unlike demolishing buildings, which takes time. The information presented will demonstrate how fabric structures improve manufacturing operations.

Reduce Logistics Costs in Geophysical Expeditions

Geophysical exploration helps us learn more about the earth, and helps us find and secure resources for our everyday lives. These expeditions take place in some of the harshest areas and require strong structures for storage, operations and housing. Building on site could be very costly, but there is a way to limit costs. By using fabric structures, operational costs reduce because the structures are energy efficient, lower cost, and long-lasting. These structures have long lives and a good investment for multiple operations. Alaska Structures has tested designs for such long-lasting fabric structures, providing solutions to help improve these expeditions.

How a New Fabric Building Can Benefit Your Ski Resort

Winter is coming and it’s time to prepare your ski resort for this season’s traffic. It can be very beneficial to you to use fabric buildings as your resort gets busier to meet the increasing demand while keeping operating costs low. The benefits to using fabric buildings for your ski resort are portability, rapid deployment, energy efficiency, and multipurpose uses. Be sure to explore the options we offer at WeatherPort as you learn more about fabric structures for your ski business.

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