Rail Storage & Loading Building

2011 Design Award Honorable Mention

Location
Columbia City, IN

Structural Engineer
Computerized Structural Design, S.C.

Architect
Computerized Structural Design, S.C.

Steel Joist Manufacturer
New Millennium Building Systems

Steel Fabricator
New Millennium Building Systems

New industrial building in Columbia City, IN for storing and loading long rail sections. Joist girders were utilized for monorail hoist system support. Joists used as wall girts.

The structure was efficient from a weight standpoint and easy to erect. The design could also be modified to accommodate changes requested by the owner.