Metal Guard

Metal Building Engineered Structural Repairs

Column, I-beam and Steel Repair Services

 

Metal building structural repairs, including columns, I-beams, and steel components, play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity and safety of industrial and commercial structures. As a metal building and steel repair company, Metalguard provides custom engineered services and innovative solutions for pre-engineered metal buildings. 

 

Steel components, forming the backbone of many metal structures, are subject to wear and tear over time, necessitating repairs to prevent further deterioration. Our skilled team employs advanced techniques such as welding, reinforcement, and material replacement to reinforce and revitalize these crucial structural elements. 

 

Our teams engineered structural repairs not only fix existing issues but also to enhance the overall resilience and longevity of the structure, ensuring years of productive use. 

 

 

 

 

Metalguard worker welds steel column replacement Replacement

Column and I-beam Repairs

Our structural services start with a comprehensive assessment of your facility.  For column repairs, we assess the extent of corrosion, damage, or other structural issues, and implement targeted solutions to restore stability.  Steel components, forming the backbone of many metal structures, are subject to wear and tear over time, necessitating repairs to prevent further deterioration

 

Welding a replacement piece of steel onto a column. 

A rusted out I-beam that has and gone through replacement.

Before: The web of the I-beam had a rusted hole, as did a smaller part of the flange. We cut out the damaged section, installed plates on the top to connect to the remaining portion of the I-beam, and welded a plate at the base that was secured to the concrete pad.
After: The I-beam in this photo shows the old steel next to the newly repaired I-beam. The I-beam has been flipped to stand independently, and the old plate is in front of it. We have repaired hundreds of these for customers all over Houston, Texas.

Repairing Damaged I-beams

Due to a tropical storm, a warehouse roof collapsed due to the weight of the water. Fortunately, it landed on a stack of materials.

The first step we took was to shore the I-beam to prevent further damage and to be able to clear the area. After the materials were cleared, we found that the tilt-up wall had bowed out during the event.The first action required was to install stiff-backs to draw the wall back to be in the plane.

At completion, the wall had been straightened, and the I-beam was supported with a channel to support the I-beam.

Overhead Door frame / Upright C-Channel Repair

Before: This overhead door section was damaged, including the wall panel, trim, and the C-channel upright. We repaired the overhead door frame. The bollard was also damaged.

After: We cut out the damaged panel and trim sections and replaced them. Cut out the frame and welded new steel in place with a new base plate. This is a common problem, and we have repaired hundreds of these. We also cut out the cement pad, replaced the cement, and we replaced the bollard.

Experts In Repairing Metal Building Structural Damage

We’ll tackle both simple repairs and complex repairs, and will complete your project on time and within your budget.

Engineered Structural Repairs - Our Process

We repair a lot of damaged columns in industrial metal buildings. We work with a qualified licensed engineer partner. We have extensive experience repairing steel supports and developing custom solutions for metal buildings.

First: Identify steel I-beam columns to be repaired or replaced, in this project there were 15 columns to be repaired. Some time they need to be cut out, other problems may just need plate steel welded over the top.
First: Identify steel I-beam columns to be repaired or replaced, in this project there were 15 columns to be repaired. Some time they need to be cut out, other problems may just need plate steel welded over the top.
Above is an image of a shoring support diagram.  The support plan is based on the physical character of the building.  This plan is custom for the building being repaired.
Above is an image of a shoring support diagram. The support plan is based on the physical character of the building. This plan is custom for the building being repaired.
The damage is visible where the web connects with the base plate.  An area much larger than the visible hole had lost its integrity.
The damage is visible where the web connects with the base plate. An area much larger than the visible hole had lost its integrity.
Above: Repair plan. The repair detail plan is followed to properly execute the repair.
Above: Repair plan. The repair detail plan is followed to properly execute the repair.
The column is supported by the shoring device while the repairs are being made.
The column is supported by the shoring device while the repairs are being made.
Shored up column ready for welding and replacement
Shored up column ready for welding and replacement
Wide angle view of steel column during replacment
Wide angle view of steel column during replacment
The replacement section is fabricated and welded.
The replacement section is fabricated and welded.
Structural steel has been welded in place on steel column.
Structural steel has been welded in place on steel column.
Cross bracing re-attached with new bracket.
Cross bracing re-attached with new bracket.

Tilt Wall Repair for Collapsed Roof

These pictures show where a roof was overwhelmed by rain from a tropical storm.The roof actually collapsed onto a pile of sheet rock. The tilt-wall bowed out and the beam broke free from the cement wall leaving a hole. First, we shored up the Large I beam. Then we installed bolt through welded “stiff-backs” which straightened out the wall. We then lifted the beam back into place. Then 2 welded channels were installed by bolting them through the wall. It was an unusual event that caused the problem that required innovative repairs to the wall. 

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