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Engineered Easy.  VersaTube’s unique Slip-Fit design and standard frame components dramatically simplify the installation process.  It’s a proprietary and patented swaging manufacturing process and building framing system developed, engineered, and owned by VersaTube® Building Systems.
 
 
Strong & Durable Steel.  VersaTube uses only the highest quality domestic heavy-duty galvanized steel tubing.
 
 
Triple Layer Protection.  This triple layer of corrosion protection zinc bonding, conversion coating, and clear polymer coating provides a smooth, shiny end product appearance that is unmatched in strength and durability.  Salt spray tests prove this triple coat sealing process resists rust two times longer than any pre-galvanized or electroplated tubing product.  And let’s not forget the obvious termite and rot resistance advantages over wood.
 
Smooth Mandrel Bend.  VersaTube uses a mandrel bending system for a cleaner look and a stronger bend transition.  Framing systems for most primary structures and complete packaged kits include frame components that feature mandrel bends.
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Roof Pitch.  All standard VersaTube structures are manufactured to a 3:12 pitch.  Other pitches available for custom and special order structures.

Ground Snow & Wind Loads.  The VersaTube framing system and structures are engineered and configured to address local area ground snow and wind load requirements.  Ground snow PSF (pounds per square foot) and wind velocity & exposure level (MPH @ B or C exposure) help determine the appropriate size and configuration of a VersaTube building package.

  Ground Snow Wind Velocity @
C Level Exposure
Maximum Wind
Garages & Buildings 70 – 20 PSF* 90 MPH 140 MPH, V3s, with 20 PSF Live Load
Contractor Series 100 – 42 PSF * 90 MPH 90-140 MPH, V3s, with 20 PSF Live Load
Carports & Shelters 77 – 20 PSF * 90 MPH 140 MPH, V3s, with 20 PSF Live Load
Loafing Sheds 30 PSF 80 MPH 90 MPH, V3s, with 10/20 PSF Live Load
* Varies by structure size and use of truss bracing

Consult your local building permit department for local loading requirements.  In most cases, a VersaTube structure can be customized to accommodate higher snow loads (reduced on center spacing, truss bracing, etc.) and anchoring can be increased to address higher wind load levels.

All standard complete building kits are designed and configured to be code compliant.  Many will not require stamped engineering drawings, but they are available at an additional cost if needed.  Use an Engineering Package Order Form for ordering stamped plans with calculations and/or stamped engineered drawings if required for permitting.

 
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