Resources · Frequently asked questions
Questions,answered plainly.
Straight answers to the questions people ask most before requesting a quote.
Basics
What is cold-formed steel?
Cold-formed steel is structural steel shaped at room temperature from flat steel sheet or coil, usually by roll forming or press-brake bending. The formed shapes — such as C-sections and Z-sections — are light, consistent, and strong for their weight.
In a building system, these members are designed to work together with bracing, connections, anchorage, and the foundation to carry the building's loads.
How does cold-formed steel compare with red iron?
Red iron refers to structural steel framing — heavier primary columns and rafters made from hot-rolled shapes or welded plate, often finished with a red-oxide primer. Cold-formed steel members are formed from sheet steel and are lighter individually.
Neither is always better. The right system depends on your building's use, dimensions, clear-span needs, location, loads, budget, and schedule. We can help you compare options for your project.
Is a steel building fireproof or hurricane-proof?
No building is fireproof or hurricane-proof. Steel is noncombustible, but fire-resistance ratings depend on the complete tested assembly. Wind performance depends on the building being designed and built to the requirements for its location.
Quotes & pricing
What information do you need for a quote?
The essentials are your project location, how you'll use the building, approximate width, length, and height, any doors and windows, your desired scope, and your timeline. Plans, sketches, and photos are helpful but not required to start.
What determines pricing?
Pricing is project-specific. It depends on building use, location and code requirements, dimensions, openings, scope, accessories, and schedule. Because those factors interact, we don't publish one-size-fits-all prices.
Which areas do you serve?
Beverly Industrial focuses on projects in the Southeastern United States. Tell us where your project is located, and we'll let you know if we can help.
How quickly will I hear back?
We review every request and follow up using the contact details you provide.
Scope
Are drawings, engineering, foundations, delivery, or erection included?
Scope varies by project. If you have questions about a specific item — drawings, engineering, foundations, delivery, or erection — mention it in your request, and we'll address it when we discuss your quote.
Can I submit existing plans?
Yes — you can share plans, drawings, specifications, or photos with your quote request (PDF, JPG, PNG, WEBP, or HEIC). They help us understand your project.
Floor coatings
What information do you need for a floor-coating quote?
Helpful details include the facility location, approximate floor area, how the space is used, the current floor condition, any existing coating or sealer, known moisture concerns, and when the area could be out of service. Photos of the floor are especially useful.
Which floor-coating systems do you offer?
The right system depends on your slab, moisture conditions, preparation needs, traffic, chemical exposure, traction, and downtime. We'll talk through the options that fit your floor as part of your quote.
Have these details handy.
- Project location (city, county, state)
- Intended use
- Approximate width, length, and height
- Doors, windows, and openings
- Desired scope
- Timeline
- Existing plans, sketches, or photos
- For coatings: floor area, condition, use, moisture or coating history, and downtime window