Cat 1 vs Risk Cat 2 metal buildings

When it comes to metal buildings, it’s essential to understand the engineering category risk classification.

There are two categories:

• Category 1
• Category 2
    

Each category has its own level of risk, and it’s crucial to know the differences between the two.

Category 1 buildings are designed for areas with low wind speeds and low seismic activity. These buildings are typically used for low-risk applications such as storage sheds, workshops, and garages. The buildings in this risk category group exhibit the lowest hazard to life since they have few or no human occupants or are temporary, thus creating considerably less exposure to the hazards of earthquakes, floods, snow, and wind than that of a permanent structure.

Category 2 buildings are designed for areas with high wind speeds and high seismic activity. These buildings are intended for high-risk applications such as warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and airplane hangars. Livable or inhabitable structures, or any building you plan to invite the general public into for any purpose.

Working with Bull Buildings project managers can assist you in understanding which builders you should consider for your project. Our team has the expertise to help you choose the right category for your building and ensure that it’s engineered to meet local building codes and regulations.

Contact Bull Buildings today to learn more about our engineering category risk classification and how we can help you get the perfect building for your needs.