03 / Framing essentials
Metal Building Framing Components Explained
Learn what columns, trusses, purlins, girts, and bracing do—and how wood post-frame, weld-up steel, and bolt-up red iron frames differ.
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06 — Red Iron
Red Iron
Engineered red iron steel — bolt-up frames built for serious scale, serious loads, and serious longevity.
Overview
Red iron is the gold standard for engineered steel buildings. Bolt-up I-beam frames are fabricated to your exact engineering, shipped to site, and assembled with stamped drawings for permitting and code. Red iron makes sense when you need scale, clear spans, mezzanines, dock doors, or when local code requires fully engineered structural steel.
What You Get
Built for the long haul
Engineered & Stamped
Every red iron build is engineered, stamped, and ready for permit and inspection.
Heavy-Gauge Steel
I-beam columns and rafters rated for the loads your project actually sees.
Large Clear Spans
Wide column-free interiors for industrial, commercial, and warehouse use.
Mezzanine Ready
Designed up front to support office mezzanines, crane loads, and dock equipment.
Common Uses
Who builds these
- 01Warehouse and distribution facilities
- 02Light industrial and manufacturing
- 03Commercial dealerships and showrooms
- 04Large aviation and equipment hangars
- 05Any project requiring stamped structural steel
Popular Building Sizes
Common starting points
Start with a common size or design something completely custom around your property, use, and budget.
Red Iron Building
50x100
Entry-level red iron — commercial shop, small warehouse, or industrial use.
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60x120
Mid-size engineered steel for warehouse, ag, and commercial buildings.
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80x150
Storefront-grade engineered steel for retail, dealerships, and service.
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100x200
Full-scale industrial — manufacturing, distribution, and heavy storage.
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Custom
Engineered to your loads, eave heights, dock layout, and site.
Get Quote For This SizeSizes shown are common examples. Every building can be customized based on site conditions, use, engineering, materials, budget, and local requirements.
Need A Custom Size?
Designed around your land
Not every project fits into a standard size. Outlaw Building Co. can help design a structure around your land, equipment, business, animals, storage needs, or future plans.
- +Custom widths, lengths, and heights
- +Door and bay placement
- +Lean-to options
- +Interior layout planning
- +Concrete and site considerations
- +Insulation and finish options
- +Future expansion planning
Choosing The Right Building Size
The right size starts with how you'll use it
The right building size depends on how you plan to use the space, what equipment or vehicles you need to store, whether you need room to work inside, and how much room you want for future growth.
01
Storage Needs
Think about how much you need to store today — and what you'll be storing five years from now.
02
Workspace Needs
Will you be working inside? Add room for benches, tools, parts storage, and clear walking lanes.
03
Vehicle / Equipment Clearance
Tall doors and clear-span widths matter for trucks, trailers, RVs, tractors, and implements.
04
Future Expansion
Plan for what's next — lean-tos, second bays, or living quarters are easier to plan up front.
Frequently Asked
Common questions
It depends on how you'll use the space, what you need to store or work on, and how much room you want for growth. Tell us your plans and we'll help you size it right.
If your project needs serious engineered steel, red iron is the answer — and we'll handle the drawings, permits, and erect from start to finish.
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09 / Steel Building Guide
Weld-Up vs. Bolt-Up Steel Buildings
Two ways to build with steel. Compare construction methods, customization, installation, and costs to find the right fit for your Oklahoma project.
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04 / Exterior details
Understanding Metal Building Roofing, Panels & Trim
Understand metal roof and wall panels, ridge caps, flashing, closures, fasteners, and opening details before choosing your building package.
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