Case Studies Archive - Calhoun Super Structure

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Taylor, B.C

Source Energy Services

To support efficient distribution, a bulk transload system was integrated, enabling seamless transfer of material to regional drilling sites. The facility was designed with a wide span interior to accommodate conveyors, loaders, and high-speed material handling equipment, maximizing operational efficiency. Additionally, a corrosion-resistant structural system was implemented to withstand the abrasive nature of frac sand, ensuring long-term durability and reduced maintenance.

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City of Manhattan, KS

City of Manhattan,Kansas

The structure has an open end, allowing the City of Manhattan’s maintenance division to move bulk materials in and out of the building using front-end loaders and dump trucks. To support this workflow, the design included an elevated end to create the necessary clearance and maneuvering space. Calhoun’s engineers quickly adapted the design to meet these specific needs, creating custom details that aligned with the site’s operational requirements. They produced the updated drawings promptly, ensuring the project stayed on schedule and avoided any delays.

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Industrysalt-storage

Size37 x 98

Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Crimson Ridge Golf Course

Calhoun Super Structure partnered with Nor-Chip Limited to provide Crimson Ridge with an attractive and budget-friendly solution that withstands heavy snow loads. Calhoun’s Keder Panel design, featuring fire-retardant fabric, ensures easy maintenance when required—instead of fabric patches that interfere with the overall look of the structure, each panel of fabric can be removed and replaced separately. Now equipped to deliver a premium customer experience in any weather, Crimson Ridge boasts a structure with a sleek gable design and a spacious free-span interior perfect for adding festive décor and lighting.

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Industryrecreational

Size70 x 84

Lowder, IL

CHS Inc

In collaboration with Greenfield Contractors LLC, Calhoun Super Structure provided CHS with a comprehensive solution for dry fertilizer storage totaling 3,000 tons. This included three storage bins, a corrosion-resistant concrete foundation, and mesh vents for superior ventilation. This setup effectively eliminated all dust, mold, and mildew concerns, creating a healthier environment for their product and workers. The unique side-entry portals further ensured hassle-free fertilizer storage and separation.

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Industryfertilizer

Size80 x 192

Hiawatha, KS

Ag Partners Cooperative

Calhoun Super Structure, in collaboration with Greenfield Contractors, installed Ag Partners’ impressive 59,400 square-foot dry fertilizer terminal in a timely, efficient manner. The VP Series structure provides ample room for heavy equipment, fertilizer storage, and overhead space, while the sun-soaked interior creates a bright work environment. A CC Series 16′ x 80′ was also installed as a vehicle shelter. Due to the exceptional customer service, professionalism, and prompt installation displayed by Greenfield Contractors, in conjunction with Calhoun, Ag Partners is elated to continue working symbiotically for future operational expansions.

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Industryfertilizer

Size150 x 396 (VP) & 16 x 80 (CC)

New Hampton, NH

Resource Management Inc

In conjunction with Calhoun, Iron Horse Structures provided RMI with four buildings: VP Series 50′ x 60′ & 74′ x 120′ and two CC Series 42′ x 120′. Each structure was installed in mere days but was built to last against the harsh New Hampshire weather. With the addition of vents, RMI was able to customize its structure while maintaining a tight budget. For ten years, Calhoun has been RMI’s preferred solution!

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Industryfertilizer

Size50 x 60, 74 x 120, & 42 x 120

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Middleborough, MA

Town of Middleborough, MA

With durability top of mind, Calhoun’s fabric structure helped provide long-lasting protection from inclement weather and damaging ultraviolet rays. The side entrance also features a dormer design, above the entrance, to help divert heavy snowfall from accumulating and causing structural damage. Calhoun’s fabric structures can be customized for a variety of applications, from size – length, width and height — to color and style, including the DPW’s contemporary design. The fabric’s natural translucency results in a brighter atmosphere than many traditional structures, thus reducing or eliminating the need for artificial light and boosting energy cost savings.

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Industrysalt-storage

Size70 x 104

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Renfrew, ON

Protyre

Compared to traditional storage structures, Calhoun’s customizable GB-series fabric storage building offered Protyre the design and functionality required to meet the business’ needs, within budget. The facility was built on a two-foot, 10-inch-thick knee wall, in order to comfortably anchor the eight-foot metal legs into a concrete curb. This set-up successfully secured the side tarp to a concrete wall with plastic termination strips, to utilize for enclosed tire storage. The fabric structure’s design flexibility allowed the customer to select a specific barn-style framework and color, to seamlessly blend in with Protyre’s other buildings on-site. The sloped roof configuration provided the additional benefit of allowing snow to slide off, reducing snow load in the winter.

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Industrystorage-warehousing

Size42 x 60

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Blencoe, IA

New Cooperative Inc.

Given the Missouri River location, protecting assets from harsh weather conditions remained top of mind. As such, a three-foot-tall concrete stem wall was attached to the fabric to safeguard assets from potential flooding. Additionally, to easily transport fertilizer within the building, Calhoun engineers installed a Sackett-Waconia overhead tripper belt conveyor – collaborating closely with the conveyor manufacturers to ensure all elements aligned with the structure’s specific dimensions. Fertilizer storage buildings require significant open space to support large vehicles, conveyors and on-site personnel. To accommodate NEW Cooperative’s needs, Calhoun provided them with a customizable leg height and installed an off-center conveyor to increase usable space.

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Industryfertilizer

Size170 x 340

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Hoopeston, IL

East Lynn Fertilizer

Overall, customizability and cost-efficiency remained top priorities for the customer. Calhoun engineers included a customizable leg height, providing more space to elevate the fertilizer with an overhead tripper conveyor. A vertical mixer was also installed outside to transfer fertilizer directly to the loading truck. Additionally, given that East Lynn Fertilizer is family-operated, Calhoun added an office space inside the building for personnel to closely monitor activities on-site. Being a highly corrosive material, fertilizer warrants a durable storage building, engineered to protect against deterioration. To combat corrosion, Calhoun includes hot-dipped galvanized steel frameworks and stainless-steel cables within each of its structures – to avoid the pitting, rust and damage traditional storage buildings commonly suffer. These quality, durable elements offered East Lynn Fertilizer an even higher return on investment overall.

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Industryfertilizer

Size150 x 260

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Marysville, OH

Cook Farms

Calhoun was able to design a fertilizer storage building that would store the relevant commodity using the building’s HSS legs, with intermediate posts and tongue-and-groove pressure-treated 2×6 posts. Using this design, Calhoun was able to incorporate the design of the structure to support the commodity storage, and eliminate the need for a concrete retainment wall, saving the customer $30-40,000.

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Industryagriculture, fertilizer

Size82 x 152

Grand Prairie, AB

Purnell Energy

Nathan chose Calhoun based on the value of the building and install proposal, as well as the option to be able to install his building on top of shipping containers. The containers were also used for additional storage space. During the unforeseeable delays, Calhoun and dealer partner, Cobra, kept in constant communication with the customer so there was complete transparency throughout the entire process.

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Industrymining, oil-gas

Size62 x 120

Bowden, AB

J. Grashof Personal Farm

The customer ultimately chose a Calhoun structure as the building package was simple enough to install himself which saved him cost on labour. It further offered him the ability to dismantle and re-assemble it in the future. He liked the idea that the fabric allows for 80% light transfer, and preferred the service that was provided throughout the entire process.

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Industryagriculture

Size42 x 72

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South Frontenac, ON

Township of South Frontenac, ON

The large 100 x 102’ VP Series fabric structure salt storage building was completed within a few days and represents a major upgrade from the previous salt storage facility. This fabric structure is the second one erected for the Township. With plenty of space for storing, mixing and equipment, this salt storage building was an ideal solution for the Township of South Frontenac.

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Industrysalt-storage

Size100 x 102

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Clarence, NY

Town of Clarence, NY

This sturdy 72 x 100 HT Series fabric structure salt storage building was built within days and in time for the winter season. The concrete foundation and walls provide a durable and environmentally-sound solution for salt storage. With the added height of the HT Series, more than one truck can easily deliver salt within the structure thus maximizing the amount of salt that can be securely stored. In addition to the building cost savings in comparison to steel or wood frame buildings, lighting costs are also minimized as the fabric cover enables the use of natural light during the day.

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Industrysalt-storage

Size72 x 100

Vandalia, IL

South Central FS

South Central FS chose to have a Calhoun building installed due to the numerous benefits it offered. Calhoun’s Super Shield rubberized coating spray applied to all trusses and concrete walls, in combination with the hot dip galvanized trusses, was a huge selling feature to South Central, as it drastically lengthens the life expectancy of the building. In addition to the affordability, the natural light from the polyethylene fabric roof, and the non-corrosive building materials used keep South Central’s employees and fertilizer safe.

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Industryfertilizer

Size288 x 120

Highmore, SD

Pinnacle Agriculture

Calhoun Super Structure, in partnership with Greystone Construction, took on the project and constructed an ideal solution according to Pinnacle’s specifications. Construction of the 130 x 188 VP Series building started in January and was complete by March. Read more about about the project in the July 2016 issue of CropLife Facilities Report.

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Industryfertilizer

Size130 x 188

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Lakefield, ON

M&M Disposal & Recyclers

Calhoun’s VP Series offered M & M one of the steepest structure profiles in the industry with an 80’ x 84’ footprint. Because M & M ships and receives up to 250 tonnes of waste material daily, the building had to be installed while the facility was already in production. The structure was erected in sections so M & M could continue to operate and use their site during construction. The VP Series building offers M & M Disposal and Recyclers the natural light and airflow they need to keep waste materials dry and easy to handle, with lower operational costs. The absence of internal posts means they can load, unload and maneuver within the shelter of the building, while taking advantage of a free span interior for maximum storage capacity.

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Industrywaste-recycling

Size80 x 84

Tofield, AB

KNM Group

Two custom Calhoun CC-Series buildings were designed and engineered for KNM on a 2 row-high sea container foundations, with custom 25’ x 28’ door openings and 28’ high side walls to accommodate the vessels. The custom job gave KNM the affordable height they needed, while offering additional storage they were looking for nearby in the sea containers. The CC Series buildings allowed for the easy entrance and exit of the vessels through large bi-folding doors. The cost-effective project was completed on time, and on budget, which offered KNM a covered solution with substantial value to their operation.

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Industrymining, oil-gas

Size42 x 140

Walkerton, ON

M. & G. Pletsch Personal Riding Arena

This VP Series fabric structure 80′ x 144′ was an ideal solution. Calhoun’s engineering for this building far exceeded the specifications needed for insurance yet retained the look and feel of a traditional barn. Built over a decade ago, the customer still raves about the return on investment they enjoy as a result of their purchase. They claim that the fact a Calhoun dealer is right in their area gives them the peace of mind that should a question arise, Calhoun is right there to help.

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Industryequine

Size80 x 144

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Northfield, NH

Highland Training Camp

Calhoun turned the project around within the 90-day deadline, offering the Highland Training Camp a bright, airy, fully-engineered space for riders of all ages, with enough room for their ramps, decks, lips, drops and a huge foam pit. The naturally lit, well-ventilated space brings the outdoors in to give their riders the true mountain biking experience indoors. Read the full interview about the Highland Training Camp bike park here

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Industryrecreational

Size65 x 140

Foster Creek, AB

Cenovus Energy

The Calhoun structure was installed quickly and efficiently, and came in significantly under budget for the Alberta energy company. The large space, without the hassle of centre poles, offers Cenovus the maximum storage capacity it needs to assist with a large operation. The structure stands up to the harsh Alberta winters and offers a fully-engineered solution to keeping their staff safe while at work inside.

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City of Manhattan,Kansas

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Crimson Ridge Golf Course

Industryrecreational

Size70 x 84

CHS Inc

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Size80 x 192

Ag Partners Cooperative

Industryfertilizer

Size150 x 396 (VP) & 16 x 80 (CC)

Resource Management Inc

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Size50 x 60, 74 x 120, & 42 x 120

Town of Middleborough, MA

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Size70 x 104

Protyre

Industrystorage-warehousing

Size42 x 60

New Cooperative Inc.

Industryfertilizer

Size170 x 340

East Lynn Fertilizer

Industryfertilizer

Size150 x 260

Cook Farms

Industryagriculture, fertilizer

Size82 x 152

Purnell Energy

Industrymining, oil-gas

Size62 x 120

J. Grashof Personal Farm

Industryagriculture

Size42 x 72

Township of South Frontenac, ON

Industrysalt-storage

Size100 x 102

Town of Clarence, NY

Industrysalt-storage

Size72 x 100

South Central FS

Industryfertilizer

Size288 x 120

Pinnacle Agriculture

Industryfertilizer

Size130 x 188

M&M Disposal & Recyclers

Industrywaste-recycling

Size80 x 84

KNM Group

Industrymining, oil-gas

Size42 x 140

M. & G. Pletsch Personal Riding Arena

Industryequine

Size80 x 144

Highland Training Camp

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Size65 x 140

Cenovus Energy

Industrymining, oil-gas

Size100 x 250

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