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Project Profile: Expanding a Grain Bin

We know that it can be hard to deny the appeal of something brand new. Whether it’s a car or boots or a building, it’s always pretty exciting (and maybe a little stressful) to buy something new. And while many of our projects are new construction, there are also times where new isn’t always the best or most efficient option.

Efficiently Adding Height Makes Grain Bin Taller

Such was the case last summer when a client of ours found himself in need of some additional grain storage space, but didn’t want to go through the needless process of completely tearing down the still-working grain storage he already had on his property. And while it may seem overly simple to suggest that we could simply just lift off the old bin and place more grain storage rings underneath and then reattach the existing storage bin, but in broad strokes, it really was that simple. Nathan Koester and his team added three additional rings underneath the original bin and then connected them together. This allowed our client to keep his original footprint while gaining the extra bushel capacity he was looking for. In addition to upsizing the storage, we also installed another fan to increase the airflow for what will now be a larger batch of grain, ensuring that grain will stay well aerated and avoid spoiling.

It’s said that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, and in this instance, we think we’ve found an agricultural building equivalent to that saying.

If you are in need of more grain storage, whether you want to upgrade what you already have or start with something brand new, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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The Many Uses of the Humble Pole Barn

At FS Construction Services, we spend lots of time with highly-specialized equipment, like seed treaters and grain bins, which each have a pretty specific use and wouldn’t serve much purpose outside of what’s intended. And we love equipment that’s designed to do one job and do it as effectively as possible. But there’s also something exciting about building something that has two or three or four possible uses, which is one of the reasons we always enjoy talking about pole barns.

Versatile and Functional Pole Barns

Pole barns are some of the most customizable structures we get to work with. They can be used to build garages, sheds, agricultural storage, churches, auto repair buildings, horse barns, and even airplane hangars. The possibilities are really just how much someone can imagine. On top of that, our partners at Walters Buildings offer a huge variety of color options, window options, and more. A pole barn can be outfitted with a standard garage door, sliding doors for large equipment, Dutch doors, Dutch porches, or a combination of all of these.

Over the years we have built pole barns for clients that are part storage space, part recreation space, part horse stables or simply large, wide-span structures to keep agricultural equipment safe from the elements. The simple, yet dependable idea of a pole barn matched with superior materials and tried-and-true construction methods mean you can get the building you want, designed the way you want it, and you won’t have to wait around for it to happen.

If you are looking at how a pole barn might suit your needs or if you have interest in another kind of wood or steel building, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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Choosing the Right Garage Door

It’s hard not to think of a garage door as something that’s purely utilitarian. And in many cases, it should be. It needs to work, and it needs to work when it’s expected to, or else you will find yourself staring at a big door that may look pleasant enough, but not actually do what you need it to do. However, thanks to our partners at Raynor Garage Doors, your residential garage doors can be both a feature and a function.

Let us help you find the right residential garage door for you

This month, we’re going to look at four of their series of residential garage doors to help you determine which one might be right for you.

Distinctions Series

Like the name says, these doors are designed to be distinct. Using high-quality material, these doors are anything but ordinary. Their custom look and varying styles allow you to find the door that matches your specific taste and style without sacrificing on quality.

Aspen Series

These steel doors come in a variety of elegant styles, with window options and woodgrain pattern finishes. But more than just a nice look, their WeatherLock section joint not only provides strength, but superb thermal efficiency, keeping your garage more comfortable, even when it’s not outside.

Traditions Series

While these steel doors may be called “traditional,” there’s nothing boring about their functionality. Their three-layer construction features thermal protection, insulation, and 2” thick door sections so your garage will stand the test of time.

Advantage Series

These steel doors are great for the homeowner who simply wants a door that keeps it simple, looks good, and opens and closes whenever they need it to. These doors come in two stylish options and are available in a variety of wind load pressure ratings to meet your needs.

If you’re looking for a new garage door and would like to figure out which of these options is best for you, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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Seed Treatment Solutions

As we said last month, we know that being a farmer is no small job. And despite the best planning in the world, there are always things that you can simply never account for and never control. Which is why at FS Construction Services we like to make such a big deal about the things that can be controlled. You may not be able to count on reliable weather, but you can count on reliable seed treatment.

We can help you find a seed treatment solution

Similar to every other service we offer, we have made a point to partner with the best in business. From your first contact with us to the first batch of seeds you treat, we want your experience to be as smooth and consistent as possible. Our longtime partners at USC Seed Treating Solutions and Meridian Manufacturing are leading international manufacturers of custom seed treatment equipment. Not only does their product quality always stay high, they have both pushed to be on the technological forefront of seed treating equipment.

When you work with us on getting new seed treating equipment, or even updating old equipment, you can expect precise and repeatable results time and time again. We also understand that learning new technology isn’t always the easiest thing, which is why our Seed Treatment team is always prepared to provide onsite training and help with learning new interfaces and software.

From portable seed treatment systems to commercial production treatment, we can work with any size operation. If you are in need of a brand-new system or if you would like to provide some needed upgrades to your current system, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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The Best in Steel Buildings

It has always been our number one priority to provide our clients with the best possible service time and time again. However, that service only counts for so much if the products we work with don’t have the same standard of quality. That’s why we’ve taken great care in selecting our partnerships, we want to provide the best customer service and the best end results.

FS Construction Services and Sukup: Building you the best in steel buildings

Over the years, one of the most important partnerships we have had is with Sukup Manufacturing. Not only do we know their buildings inside and out, but we also know that there aren’t many in the business better than them.

Their high-quality steel buildings can be configured for almost any use, and their ability to manufacture buildings with huge, clear spans up to 200’ make them ideal for agricultural use. However, it doesn’t just stop at agriculture. From warehouses, to storage, to office spaces, to retail and commercial buildings, if you can think of it, they can make it, and we can build it.

These buildings are pre-engineered so everything fits, there are no surprises, and they can be constructed quickly and efficiently. Make no mistake, though, these buildings are designed to be strong and able to withstand the test of time.

When it comes to something as big and as important as a new building, you want to make sure you get it right the first time. You also want to make sure that that building can serve its purpose for as long as you need it to. If you have need for a steel building, or if you would like to know just what a Sukup-made steel building can do, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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Project Profile: A Little Help for a Multi-Generational Farm

At FS Construction Services we understand that for most people, the work we do is made meaningful by those we get to do that work with and those we get to do that work for. That’s why we are so thankful we get to work so closely with those in our community. It always makes finding the value in that work easy. It’s even better when we get to help a client in a similar way.

New Grain System helps ensure future of family farm

Last summer, we had the pleasure of securing a multi-generational farm with some new resources to guarantee their tradition and their way of living could move into the future and their physical equipment would be as strong as the knowledge that was getting passed from father to son.

Nathan Koester and his team constructed a 36’ diameter, 6-ring tall Sukup grain bin. This storage bin came with an 18,000-bushel capacity and is primed for effective drying. It included a 28” axial fan and heater and an 8” unloading power sweep.

The fan, heater, and stir combination always proves over time to be both an efficient way to dry and an economic investment. This also prevents grain from getting wet patches or mildew, further protecting that investment from not providing its return.

With this new structure built, we were able to take care of our clients’ drying and storage needs, ensuring they can continue working and learning together without other limitations getting in the way.

If you are looking to purchase your first piece of equipment or if you need to upgrade or upsize your existing structure or grain storage, grain drying, or grain handling equipment, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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Grain Storage and Handling Solutions

At FS Construction Services we know that being a farmer is no small job. The time commitment is significant, the work is hard, and despite everyone’s best efforts, the unpredictability of it all is impossible to account for. And while we will never be able to control the sun, the rain, the market, and a handful of other things, we can at least make sure that once the crop is harvested, it’s going to a warm, dry place where you can count on its usefulness when the time is right.

Partner with FS Construction Services for all of your Grain Systems needs

Over the years we have partnered with the best in the business, from Sukup Manufacturing, to GSI, to Brock Grain Systems, to Hutchinson so we can provide our clients with the best products at the best prices to meet their specific needs.

When it comes to grain storage, we’ve built them every which way in every size you can think of. From on-farm storage to huge, commercial storage units, our specialists know their way around this equipment and how to fit it to your specifications. From dreaming up the possibilities to presenting you with your brand-new structure, our team will be with you every step of the way.

We know that you need to be able to get your grain from the field to that storage, which is why we also specialize in bin wells, unloading tubes, conveyers, augers, hoppers, and more.

If you have been considering updating or upgrading your grain storage or handling equipment, don’t hesitate to reach out. Even if you have questions about something you might like to do in the future, we will be happy to talk with you and help you through the process.

Whatever your need, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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Project Profile: New Seed Treater – All In a Day’s Work

The phrase “Rome wasn’t built in a day” is meant to remind us that good things take time. And while patience is an obvious and important virtue, sometimes it’s just not needed. Such was the case when a client in northeast Arkansas needed some new seed treatment equipment to help them better serve their clients. With the objective of helping our client meet a very tough timeline, our team hit the road, and while they didn’t build a city, they did install a very nice seed treater that will drastically improve our client’s output.

Installation of New Seed Treater Under Strict Deadline

Our team installed a brand-new USC LPV treater, with the most recent 4.0 automation, in conjunction with the Proprietary Prescriptive Treat Program. After learning our client’s needs, we designed the layout and provided the installation. Along with on-site installation, our team always provides any necessary training on new software to ensure our client can have immediate success consistently and accurately treating seeds. As automation technology increases and changes, so can the learning curve, which is why we always take the time to make sure our clients are familiar and comfortable with these new systems.

After a day’s worth of work, our team headed back to Illinois and our client was now ready to serve the northeastern delta region of Arkansas with the ability to expertly and dependably treat soybeans, rice, and cotton seeds.

When it comes to seed treatment, there are many systems, options, and choices to make. If you are looking to replace old equipment or upgrade existing equipment, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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A Better, Faster Metal Building

Understandably, when it comes to major projects, like building a new structure from the ground up, clients want to know that corners haven’t been cut and concessions haven’t been made. At FS Construction Services, we understand the hesitation in believing in something that just sounds too good to be true. However, thanks to some very smart engineering and good planning, our partners at Butler Manufacturing have really pushed the envelope with their Tier II Classic Building System.

Build the Best with a Butler Metal Building

This metal building system isn’t just fast, but it also offers wide-ranging customizability and flexibility, allowing it to serve every function from warehouse to agricultural storage to commercial space and pretty much any other option in between. These building can be built to almost any size and scope, with a variety of structure, roof, and wall systems, as well as options for skirt walls, below-eave canopies, and adjacent units. Additionally, there is an option for pre-insulated metal panels, increasing the thermal efficiency of your building.

Of course, one of the most unique features of these buildings is just how fast they can go from idea to standing structure. Butler has worked to ensure short lead times, but more than that, all of their structures come with factory-punched roof and wall panels designed to fit together in any number of configurations. This allows for an assembly that’s 30% faster than a traditional new construction.

Our partnership with Butler has been long lasting and valuable, meaning our team knows their way around a Butler building. If you are in need of a new building, and even if you need it fast,
please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.

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Project Profile: A New Seed Treater for an Old Standard

At FS Construction Services, one of our favorite types of projects are those where we get to help a client whose main goal is helping other clients. This was the case last year when we had an opportunity to work with Obion Farmers Co-op in Union City, Tennessee. This Co-op has been around since the 1930s, helping local farmers and growers throughout the area. When they were in need of a new seed treatment system, we were happy to answer the call.

A New Custom Built Seed Treater for a Tennessee Co-op

Our team custom designed and built an LPV seed treatment system with two direct inject pump stands on site for our client. Our ongoing partnership with USC Seed Treating Solutions and their products allows us to know exactly which system is right for the job and how it can be customized to fit a client’s specific needs. However, we also know that much of the time, just providing the equipment isn’t the only thing that’s needed. Our team worked with the team at Obion Farmers to make sure they were comfortable and proficient with their new system. From installation to training to ongoing support, we have been happy to be part of our client’s story.

While our part of the job may now be done, we are thankful to know that this co-op is now even better suited to keep working with their clients and helping their neighbors succeed, and we feel privileged to have played a hand in that.

If you are in need of a new seed treatment solution, or you have old equipment that needs upgraded, please let Gateway FS Construction Services know. Give us a call at 866-551-3454, and let our specialists help you find exactly what you are looking for. We look forward to providing you the best customer service experience.