# METALEX Metal Buildings Inc.

> Manufacturer of pre-engineered self-framing steel buildings, insulated panel systems, rigid frame structures, and industrial noise mitigation. Based in Stettler, Alberta, Canada, serving the energy, oil & gas, industrial, and agricultural sectors since 2002. CSA-A660 and CSA-A277 certified.

Self-framing buildings use interlocking ribbed steel panels as both structure and cladding (no internal frame), widths to ~36' depending on snow load and panel gauge, eave heights to 24' with reinforcement. Insulated panels provide R-7 per inch. Contact: Sales@mmbi.ca, (403) 742-1300.

## Products

- [Products overview](https://www.mmbi.ca/products): Self-framing buildings, insulated panel systems, rigid frame structures, noise mitigation systems
- [Project gallery](https://www.mmbi.ca/projects): 79 completed builds with specifications
- [Self-Framing Field Guide (PDF)](https://www.mmbi.ca/guides/self-framing-field-guide.pdf): 24-page engineer-verified buyer's guide covering structure, spans, heights, costs, and specifying

## Field Guide Articles

- [How a Self-Framing Building Carries Load](https://www.mmbi.ca/resources/blog/how-a-self-framing-building-carries-load): The panel-and-rib structural system explained
- [How Wide Can a Self-Framing Building Span?](https://www.mmbi.ca/resources/blog/how-wide-can-a-self-framing-building-span): Practical span table by snow load and panel gauge
- [How Tall Can a Self-Framing Building Be?](https://www.mmbi.ca/resources/blog/how-tall-can-a-self-framing-building-be): Eave-height progression and rib stiffeners
- [Self-Framing vs. Rigid Frame](https://www.mmbi.ca/resources/blog/self-framing-vs-rigid-frame): Factor-by-factor system comparison
- [What a Self-Framing Building Actually Costs, by Size](https://www.mmbi.ca/resources/blog/what-a-self-framing-building-costs): Per-square-foot pricing tiers from historical jobs
- [Insulation, Liners & Partition Walls](https://www.mmbi.ca/resources/blog/insulating-and-finishing-a-self-framing-building): Insulation and interior finishing options
- [When Self-Framing Is Not the Right Choice](https://www.mmbi.ca/resources/blog/when-self-framing-is-not-the-right-choice): Where another system is the better call
- [What to Send Us to Get a Steel Building Quote](https://www.mmbi.ca/resources/blog/what-to-send-for-a-steel-building-quote): Quote requirements and process

## Company

- [About](https://www.mmbi.ca/about): Company history, leadership team, certifications
- [Contact](https://www.mmbi.ca/contact): Project inquiry form, 48-hour response