Manufacturing Today Issue - 233 Feb 2025 | Page 188

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this success , it recently invested $ 7 million into further expansion . This investment creates additional capacity to grow with existing clientele and serve new customers across the nation , adding 36,000-square-feet of space for a new fabrication shop . The project also involved bringing state-of-the-art upgrades to facility-wide equipment .
One of the factors identified as a driving force behind the company ’ s success is ACI ’ s approach to relationships . It treats all of its relationships , whether with customers , suppliers , employees , or the local community , as partnerships . This better allows the business to grow with its customers , succeed together with its suppliers , and help support the surrounding community . This approach , along with innovative construction methodologies and expert craftsmanship , has garnered a long-standing reputation in the market .
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ACI has become renowned for its unique and revolutionary offering : Accelerated Building Systems . Utilizing cold-formed steel and weld-free techniques , the process is costefficient and enables super-fast delivery . Coldformed steel is an alternative to structural steel or post-frame construction . Buildings are constructed with sections that are bolted or screwed together to form the structure , including but not limited to portal frames , columns , or rafters .
ACI ’ s Accelerated Building Systems are expertly crafted to accommodate clear spans from 20 to 60 feet . These versatile units serve a multitude of purposes , from domestic outbuildings and sleek barn homes to robust commercial spaces and extensive agricultural facilities . With easy integration of extra storage options , lean-tos , and mezzanine floors , they are designed for seamless expansion . The buildings boast the enduring strength of structural steel without the weight ; coupled with galvanized frames , these structures are built to withstand the test of time .
The system offers a simple construction process involving no welding . Thanks to the precision and accuracy of the components , cutting to length is not required . This method is so efficient that engineering plans can be drawn up in only five days , with the structure being completed within as little as four weeks . Costs are also reduced ; for example , foundations require up to 25 percent less concrete . ACI also provides customers with a free online tool that allows them to design their own buildings easily , ensuring the product meets the client ’ s exact needs . ACI ’ s one-of-a-kind slab-to-building engineering not only saves customers time , money , and precious resources but also facilitates further customization . Due to the modular nature of the building , adaptations can easily be added later on to meet changing needs .
Some of the unique projects ACI has completed include Fossett Paving Company ’ s headquarters in Collierville , Tennessee .
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