Steel Building Systems from Companies Like Pacific Building Systems (PBS) are Helping to Modernize Agricultural Businesses Across the Pacific Northwest and Beyond Few industries are more essential to our daily lives than agriculture. Farming has long been central to community life in the Pacific Northwest, providing a steady and reliable food supply for both national […]
Getting the right steel building kit is key, but buying at the right time can make or break your project. When it comes to strength and cost efficiency, few options come close to a pre-engineered steel building. These innovative, versatile structures are ideal for everything from commercial use and retail space to workshops, agricultural storage, […]
There’s been a shift in how we view our unused outdoor spaces over the past decade, with more homeowners than ever transforming these areas into serious workspaces. More and more small business owners, side hustlers, hobbyists, and artists are opting to invest in their own backyard workshops and studios instead of renting commercial spaces. This […]
A Closer Look at the Four Essential Metal Building Foundations Designed for Strength and Stability Taking on a new building project can certainly feel like a challenge, but many commercial and property owners have found a smarter, more efficient solution: pre-engineered steel buildings. Known for their exceptional strength, flexibility, and efficiency, metal buildings have become […]
From Single-Use Sheds to Multi-Structure Campuses: How Steel Buildings Benefit Growing Businesses Across Industries In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, the demand for versatile, durable, and cost-effective building solutions has never been greater. Since its inception in the early 1960s, Pacific Building Systems (PBS) has witnessed—and actively driven—a remarkable transformation in the steel building industry, […]
Metal building designs have come a long way since their humble origins in centuries past. Today, nearly half of all low-rise commercial buildings in the U.S. are constructed with steel building systems, thanks to advantages like superior durability, low maintenance needs, and energy efficiency. Pacific Building Systems (PBS) – a family-run company founded in 1962 […]
As the world faces increasingly unpredictable and extreme weather events, the demand for resilient, long-lasting structures has never been greater. Scientific evidence continues to show that climate change is intensifying environmental disasters, with wildfires, floods, heatwaves, and storms becoming more frequent and severe. These challenges put growing pressure on builders and engineers to design structures […]
“Oregon-Based Pre-Engineered Steel Building Company Positioned to Advance the Metal Building Industry in Leading Professional Organization” (Woodburn, Oregon) – Pacific Building Systems (PBS) is proud to announce its recent membership with the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) as a Building Systems member, joining the ranks of top leaders in the metal building industry. The MBMA […]
With their low maintenance and cost-effectiveness, pre-engineered steel buildings have stood the test of time and remain in high demand. Understanding current trends in the metal building industry requires a look at the broader developments shaping the construction sector. As of January 2025, steel prices are on a downward trend, yet the construction industry faces […]
One of the more common misconceptions about pre-engineered metal buildings is that they are intended only for storage or warehouse buildings. While it is true that they make excellent storage units, steel buildings are growing increasingly popular for a variety of commercial and industrial applications, including manufacturing facilities, retail spaces, office buildings, auto repair shops, […]