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Drayage Storage Solutions with Tension Fabric Structures by Legacy Building Solutions - Port of Milwaukee

Tension Fabric Building Solutions for Drayage Storage

In the dynamic world of logistics and transportation, efficient storage solutions are vital. Tension fabric building solutions for drayage storage provide a modern approach, offering flexible and...

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Architectural Advantages of Modern architecture in Free-Span Tension Fabric Buildings

Architectural Advantages of Modern Free-Span Tension Fabric Buildings

Why would you need a free-span building? The truth is, very large buildings with clear, open interiors are needed in various industries, including aviation, agriculture, bulk storage, water...

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Rigid I-Beam Frames Over Open Web Trusses

The Strength of Rigid I-Beam Frames Over Open Web Trusses

When comparing framing systems for tension fabric buildings, rigid I-beam frames consistently outperform open web trusses in critical areas such as strength, longevity, and cost efficiency over time.

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Structure Design

Limited Space, Limitless Design: Commercial Buildings with Constraints

Architects use imagination, artistic skills, and engineering expertise to design structures with form and function. But commercial building design rarely starts with a blank canvas. Instead, clients...

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Building with Steel Rigid Frame Structures

Benefits of Steel Rigid Frame Structures for Fabric Buildings

Selecting the right structural system is important for the success of any building project. Rigid frames, open web trusses, and air-supported buildings differ in load capacity and design versatility.

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Fabric Buildings for Warehouses

Why Fabric Buildings are the Cost-Effective Alternative for Warehouses

As warehouse construction costs continue to rise, finding budget-friendly solutions without sacrificing quality is crucial. Fabric buildings offer an innovative and cost-effective option, delivering...

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Commercial Building Design

Limited Budget, Limitless Imagination: Designing a Commercial Building with Monetary Restrictions

If you had an unlimited budget, you could build whatever you want–the commercial building design of your dreams. In most cases, though, the project budget dictates what you can or can’t create.

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7 Key Steps in Choosing a New Buildings - Tension Fabric

Need a new Building? 7 Steps to a Good Decision

There’s an old saying: “Good judgment comes from experience, which comes from bad judgment.” When planning and designing a building, however, architects don’t have the luxury of learning from...

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PVC vs PE Fabric for Buildings

PVC vs PE Fabric for Buildings: A Comprehensive Comparison

Note: This blog from 2017 was updated in 2023 with information on Legacy’s proprietary ExxoTec™ fabric.

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Pros and Cons of different Building Materials

Pros and Cons of Different Building Materials

A new building is a major capital investment. You want a structure that will serve you well in all respects for as long as possible. What does that mean in terms of building materials?

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automotive-facility

Why the Automotive Industry is Embracing Fabric Buildings

If you’re still thinking “party tent” when you hear about fabric buildings, you haven’t met a Legacy building. Forward thinkers in the automotive industry are turning to fabric structures because...

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Riding arena design

Fabric Structures for Riding Arena Design: Custom Solutions

Equestrian arena design depends on its intended use. However, multiple factors determine how well horse arenas perform for owners as well as riders and horses. Expanding your vision could increase...

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tension-fabric-military-building

Critical Considerations When Designing Military Facilities

Fabric shelters have been an integral part of military operations for generations. However, as noted in The Military Engineer, modern technology and engineering have transformed old-style hoops and...

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Building Big: Custom Tension Fabric Hangars for Every Aircraft Need

Building Big: Custom Tension Fabric Hangars for Every Aircraft Need

Huge planes need huge spaces. Whether you’re looking to create a hangar for large-body executive jets, commercial passenger planes, or cargo aircraft, the only way to accommodate their sheer size in...

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Horse barns with indoor riding arena

Top Features of Horse Barns with Indoor Arenas Explained

If you asked your horse what makes an ideal barn, what would they neigh?

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