| Frequently
Asked Questions
Q: What is
the lead time for a pre-assembled building?
The short answer
is "it depends." Varies with the season somewhat, with "normal"
lead time being six weeks (more or less) for production after customer
approval of shop drawings, credit approval and deposit. There is
a lead time for preparation of project specific shop drawings, too
(usually 1-2 weeks after order). Fall and early winter tend to be
our busiest times with shop load stretching another two, four or
even six weeks longer. At certain times of the year, we have a limited
number of standard buildings available.
Q: What
are the standard sizes?
We build in
1' increments, starting with the smallest, our 3' x 4' and going
up to 12' x 25' and sometimes even larger. If it can be shipped
on a single flat bed truck, we can usually build it.
Q: What
are the estimated weights of the standard buildings?
Weights will
range from 900# up to over 10,000#. Depends on size and features.
Each building is pre assembled and cam be moved with a forklift
or crane. 90% of the buildings include lifting ring(s) in the roof.
Q: What
is the electrical load in a standard booth?
The amperage/current
draw of the connected booth will equal the sum of the operating
elements within the booth (lights,outlets & HVAC devices) usually
20 amps for an "average", air conditioner, 15 amps for 1500 watt
heater, 30 amps for high output heater. The connected load for outlets
will be determined by the devices plugged in. Lights are simply,
the wattage and quantity of lamps.
Q: What
are the colors we can choose from?
See our standard
paint color selections by navigating to the Specifications page,
scrolling to the bottom, and clicking on the color chart.
Q: How do
we get pricing on the units we see on the website?
There are a
couple basic ways to obtain pricing. The best is to call us and
ask to speak to a sales representative. The discussion will focus
on the intended purpose of the building, any specific design issues
to be aware of, the project location, timing of the job (i.e., when
does the portable building need to be delivered), and the quantity
of the buildings. Hours of operation and special architectural treatments.
The other way to obtain pricing is to send us a written request
that answers the issues outlined in the first part of this answer.
You can email the request using the form on our web site or fax
the info and spex and/or drawing to us at (586) 463-6059.
Q: What
are your buildings commonly used for?
Typical uses
for PAR-KUT portable steel buildings include parking lot cashier
booth, security guard shelter, park entrance fee collection station,
ticket sales booth, in-plant office, control room or pulpit, smoke
shelter, remote, etc.
Q: Why would
I want or need galvanized steel, instead of aluminum, fiberglass,
etc..
Durability.
Safety. Portability.
Q: Are you
able to provide design services?
Yes. Every custom
building has a unique project specific detail drawing prepared for
our customers to review and approve. In other situations and as
time allows, proposal drawings and sketches will be prepared. The
sales team is quite knowledgeable and is ready to share their design
experience with you, too. Just call and ask for a sales rep.
Q: I don't
have upfront cash to pay for a booth. Do you offer financing?
Yes. We can
provide lease to own terms.
Q: How do
I get replacement parts for my booth? Do you have a parts list?
To place a parts
order, just give us a call! We don't have a parts list, but the
good news is you don't need one. With the serial number of the booth,
we can look up what was originally provided. If you need a written
description or proposal for your purchasing department, we can fax
or e-mail it to you.
Q: Do you
have any installation guidelines?
Q: Do you
have any ideas on how my building can last longer?
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