Read the case study that compares the environmental performance of different structural systems and materials the slim and material efficient design of steel structures is advantageous. Key conclusions are: The reduced material quantities for a certain structural element For a single storey building: reduced number of columns, smaller foundations, and fewer deliveries to the construction site [...]
The Canadian Institute of steel Construction is an active member of the NTCCC (National Trade Contractors Council of Canada) and supporters of the ‘Building for Recovery’ effort. The CISC is the voice of the steel industry and with industry leaders across the country is ready to partner with government to move infrastructure investments forward. Canada could [...]
Supreme Steel Our Story From rigs to bridges… Starting out with a single welding truck and a big dream, John and Sally Leder launched a modest western Canadian steel erector business in 1972. They couldn’t have imagined the heights they would reach over the coming decades. They quickly earned the trust to deliver [...]
Photo Credits: Lemay Project Team Fabricator: QUIRION MÉTAL Architect: LEMAY Consultant: ELEMA EXPERTS-CONSEIL Contractor: POMERLEAU Owner: SOPREMA Winning Project - Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) - Québec Awards of Excellence for Steel Construction 2019 - "Outside Québec - Buildings" Category This project involved the construction of a 7,900 m² plant located in Woodstock, [...]
TORONTO — Applications are now open for the Ontario government's new two-year $115 million Skills Development Fund. The fund, which will support workers and apprentices, is specifically designed to address the challenges brought on by COVID-19 and help reduce obstacles to hiring, training and retaining while preparing workers for the province's economic recovery. "When faced with [...]
Link to downloads: Free Publications (cfsei.org) Details on changes: AISI’s Committee on Specifications for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members developed the test standards. Three have been updated, and two are new: AISI S903-20, Test Standard for Determining the Uniform and Local Ductility of Carbon and Low-Alloy Steels (updated) AISI S915-20, Test Standard for Determining the Strength [...]
The CISC is proud to announce that with the financial support and commitment for educational development of our members from across the country, the CISC has officially pledged the financial contribution of $25,000 for the development of the new CSA Guideline on the design of pedestrian, cycling, and multi-use bridges. We would like to extend our [...]
The COVID-19 pandemic was a game changer for the construction industry. We are slowly turning a corner and our focus should move towards rebuilding our economy and stimulating growth. Investment in infrastructure is a foundational piece of this new movement. The steel industry, as a vital part of the construction sector, stands together with all other [...]
About Elance Steel With over 40 years of experience, Elance Steel continually strives to be one of Saskatchewan’s industry leaders in structural/miscellaneous steel supply by providing unprecedented design, fabrication, and installation services to local and interprovincial clients and projects. With its dedicated team of professionals, Elance continues to challenge the industry [...]
MAGNUM FABRICATORS Ltd. specializes in heavy steel fabrication. Magnum Fabricators first opened its doors in 1993. They are a custom steel fabricator with areas of expertise ranging from Marine fabrication to Bridge building. Magnum has supplied over 1800 bridges in B.C. and Alberta to date, ranging from 20 ft. to 600 ft. [...]