24X40X16 Commercial Steel Building Kit – Metal Facility

Product Classification

Prefabricated structural steel building kit
Commercial accessory or operational structure
Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) system
Physical packaged building materials shipped by freight

Product classification: Prefabricated commercial steel building kit

 

Technical Specifications (Quick Reference)

Building Width: 24 ft
Building Length: 40 ft
Wall Height: 16 ft
Interior Area: 960 sq ft

Clear Interior Height at Eave: approx 16 ft
Peak Interior Height: varies by roof pitch (gable configuration)
Roof Pitch: project-specific configuration

Structural System: Rigid-frame portal PEMB
Interior Span: Column-free primary structural frame
Panel System: Profiled steel cladding
Panel Profile Type: Ribbed structural cladding
Connection Method: Bolted structural assembly
Field Assembly: Mechanical fastener installation

Intended Use Category: Enclosed commercial building structure

Structural Design Basis:
Final structural configuration is determined based on confirmed installation location, environmental loading, exposure classification, importance category, and applicable building code requirements.

 

Product Overview

The 24×40 format provides a compact commercial clear-span building configuration designed to support enclosed operations where site footprint must remain controlled while interior depth supports functional zoning.

This size is commonly evaluated when small accessory structures are insufficient for commercial activity, but large warehouse-scale buildings exceed project scope or property constraints.

The extended building length allows separation of operational zones such as equipment storage, work areas, or service activity within a single enclosed structure.

As a rigid-frame prefabricated steel building system, the structure provides enclosed operational space within a single uninterrupted span supporting structured commercial activity planning.

This prefab metal commercial building is frequently evaluated for contractor facilities, service operations, equipment storage, and small-scale commercial functions across Canadian properties requiring enclosed workspace with vertical clearance.

 

Structural System Classification

Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB)
Rigid-frame portal structural system
Clear-span primary structural frame

Rigid frame geometry transfers roof and lateral loads through structural columns into foundation bearing points. Portal frame action develops moment resistance at column-rafter connections, allowing wide spans without intermediate interior supports.

Span-to-height proportions are configured to maintain structural efficiency and balanced load distribution.

The structural system is designed as a prefabricated rigid-frame enclosure commonly used for compact commercial facilities and operational structures.

 

Structural Components & Materials

Primary structural framing fabricated from structural steel members with prefabricated connection plates for bolted field assembly.

Exterior cladding formed from profiled steel panels attached to secondary framing members using mechanical fastener systems.

Steel panel systems utilize protective coating finishes appropriate for exterior building envelope applications.

Secondary framing members transfer enclosure loads to primary structural frames while maintaining building envelope stiffness and panel alignment.

Primary rigid frames are spaced according to structural design requirements determined at time of order to align with applicable building code criteria.

Primary rigid frames are designed to resist bending moments at column-rafter connections characteristic of portal frame geometry.

Structural loads are transferred through rigid frame columns to foundation bearing points. Foundation design must support vertical loads, lateral loads, and concentrated column base reactions generated by rigid-frame structural geometry.

 

Structural Load Determination Process

Structural loads are determined based on confirmed installation location, applicable building code requirements, environmental loading, and building use classification.

Wind loading considers exposure classification, terrain effects, and importance category based on building function.

Documentation references general Canadian snow and wind load considerations commonly associated with this product type.

Final structural configuration is prepared at time of order based on project location and governing building regulations.

 

Building Code Alignment

Final structural configuration is prepared to align with applicable provincial and municipal building code requirements based on confirmed installation location.

Use classification, permitting requirements, and foundation design are determined by the authority having jurisdiction.

 

Size-Specific Performance Advantage

The 24-foot building width provides compact structural footprint control while maintaining clear-span interior space for operational planning.

The 40-foot building length allows functional separation between equipment zones, work areas, or storage sections within a single enclosure.

The 16-foot wall height supports vertical clearance planning for equipment, shelving systems, or service operations requiring elevated interior space.

This configuration provides enclosed commercial capability while maintaining manageable site coverage.

 

Interior Clearance Planning

Clear interior height affects equipment clearance, storage racking, mezzanine installation, and vertical operational planning.

Usable vertical clearance is reduced by roof structural depth, lighting systems, and interior installations.

Vertical operational planning should be evaluated prior to equipment placement.

 

Interior Usable Space Planning

Interior usable dimensions vary depending on wall system thickness, structural framing depth, and door configuration.

Actual usable interior width and length are reduced by wall assemblies and structural members.

Circulation pathways for equipment movement, material handling, and operational workflow should be planned before fixed installations.

 

Building Dimension Classification

Nominal building dimensions describe exterior structural footprint.

Actual finished exterior dimensions and interior clearances vary depending on panel profile, framing depth, trim systems, and foundation interface.

Interior usable width and length are typically reduced by wall system thickness and structural framing depth.

Final as-built dimensions are confirmed in structural drawings supplied with the building kit.

 

Authority Planning Insight

This size is commonly planned for small commercial operations requiring enclosed workspace while maintaining controlled site footprint.

It is frequently selected where equipment accommodation, service activity, or storage functions must occur within a compact structural envelope.

Within commercial building scale progression:

24×40 → compact commercial facility
40×80 → moderate commercial structure
60×100 → mid-scale operational building
80×120 → expanded commercial enclosure

 

Interior Vertical Clearance Planning

Clear interior height influences equipment clearance, storage stacking, and operational functionality.

Roof structural depth and installed systems reduce usable vertical clearance.

Operational planning should consider full equipment height requirements.

 

Slab & Floor Load Planning

Interior slab design must account for equipment loads, storage systems, vehicle loads, and concentrated point loading where applicable.

Floor structural capacity is determined separately based on operational requirements.

Foundation design must support concentrated structural column reactions and distributed floor loading.

 

Openings Coordination

Door openings, equipment access openings, and service penetrations must be coordinated with structural frame spacing and load distribution.

Opening placement must be confirmed during project planning.

 

Lateral Stability System

Building lateral stability is achieved through portal frame action, roof diaphragm behaviour, and bracing elements configured within the structural system.

These components resist wind forces and maintain structural stability.

 

Delivered Package Description

Building components are delivered in packaged steel sections prepared for offloading and staged assembly at the installation site.

Delivered materials typically include:

• prefabricated primary structural members
• secondary framing components
• profiled steel panel systems
• hardware and fastening systems
• labeled assembly components
• printed structural documentation

Shipment consists of bundled steel components.
Total shipment weight varies by configuration and is confirmed prior to dispatch.

 

Assembly Complexity

Commercial building installation typically requires coordinated project planning and contractor-performed assembly.

Assembly complexity level: moderate.

Typical project sequence includes site preparation, foundation construction, delivery coordination, and structural erection.

 

Lifecycle & Durability Context

Service life depends on coating system performance, enclosure integrity, foundation stability, environmental exposure, and maintenance practices.

Steel enclosure systems of this scale are commonly selected for long-term commercial infrastructure rather than temporary structures.

 

Manufacturing & Fabrication Standards

Structural steel components are fabricated using standardized manufacturing processes for prefabricated building systems.

Components are produced for mechanical assembly using prefabricated connection geometry and labeled structural members.

Protective exterior coating systems are applied to cladding components to support exterior building envelope function.

 

Condensation & Ventilation Planning

Condensation control depends on site climate conditions, interior usage patterns, and ventilation design.

Ventilation strategies, insulation systems, and moisture management solutions are determined separately based on project requirements.

Proper condensation management planning is recommended for enclosed steel structures in Canadian climates.

 

Structural Safety & Anchoring Considerations

Building performance depends on proper foundation design, anchoring, erection procedures, and compliance with supplied structural documentation.

Installation must follow accepted construction practices and applicable building regulations.

Foundation design must support concentrated structural loads and anchoring forces.

 

What’s Included

Structural steel framing components
Steel wall and roof panels
Hardware and fastening systems
Printed structural documentation

 

What’s Not Included

Foundation construction
Installation labor
Doors or openings
Insulation systems
Electrical systems
Interior finishing

 

Typical Optional Components (Not Included)

Overhead doors
Service doors
Insulation systems
Ventilation systems
Interior liner panels
Window systems
Electrical integration

Optional components selected separately.

 

Freight Delivery Explanation

Building components are shipped by freight as packaged steel materials.

Unloading equipment and staging space must be arranged by the buyer.

Delivery scheduling coordinated prior to shipment.

 

Site Planning Considerations

Foundation design
Setback requirements
Equipment access
Delivery vehicle access
Assembly staging area
Municipal permitting requirements

 

Application Classification

Typical use classification: enclosed commercial building for equipment, storage, or operational activity.

Use category and occupancy classification determined by the authority having jurisdiction.

 

Structural Responsibility Statement

Building performance depends on proper foundation design, anchoring, erection procedures, and compliance with supplied structural documentation.

 

Product Scope Notice

This product is a physical prefabricated steel building kit shipped by freight.
No installation, construction, consulting, or labor services are provided.
Ownership transfers to the buyer upon shipment.
This listing is for packaged building materials only and does not represent a constructed structure.

 

Canadian Performance Context

Structural documentation references general Canadian snow and wind load considerations commonly associated with this product type.

Steel enclosure construction provides enclosed protection from wind exposure, snow accumulation, and seasonal weather conditions typical across Canadian environments.

 

Decision Summary

Choose this size if you need:

• compact commercial facility
• enclosed operational workspace
• vertical equipment clearance
• extended interior depth within controlled footprint

Consider larger buildings if:

• wide operational layouts required
• multi-zone facility planning needed
• industrial-scale activity anticipated