K-SPAN Building Systems

K-SPAN Building Systems

Overview

Arm your K-Span building system with the high-quality coils and premium support of Drexel Metals. Our aluminum and steel slit coils and accessories are all sourced in the USA with facilities across the map — to get you the product you need when you need it.

ON THE FRONT LINE OF MOBILE, DURABLE DESIGN.

WHAT IS K-SPAN CONSTRUCTION?

A system solution for military applications, The K-Span (or UBM®) building system is a self-contained, metal building manufacturing plant. Mounted to a trailer as a mobile factory, this machine can reach even the most remote construction sites. Once on location, it quickly turns coils of steel into structural-strength, arched panels, which are machine seamed together to form an economical and watertight steel structure. The classic arched shape and material strength of K-Span buildings don’t require columns, beams, or any other type of interior support.

DREXEL METALS HAS YOUR PROJECT COVERED.

QUICK TO BUILD
High-speed construction requires smaller crew, less time, and fewer components.

BETTER TO BUDGET
This solution costs 40-60% less than traditional construction techniques.

FLEXIBLE TO DESIGN
Build custom structures in almost any look and size to fit your unique specifications.

BUILT TO LAST
These durable structures are watertight, rust-proof, fireproof, and can defend against extreme weather.

 

Ideal Application
  • Military Barracks And Dormitories
  • Medical Facilities
  • Base Construction and Reconstruction
  • Equipment Maintenance and Repair Workshops
  • Stores And Warehouses
  • Border Posts
  • Aircraft Hangars
  • Covered Aircraft Shelters
  • Hardened and Underground Bunkers
  • Ammunition Storage
  • Prepositioning for Emergency Response
  • Sport Facilities
  • Supply Depots
  • Simulator and Training Buildings

COIL PRODUCTS:

UBM Building System 120, COIL

  • .038nom x 23.750”        Part Number:
  • .043nom x 23.750”        Part Number: 

UBM Building System 240, COIL

  • .043nom x 35.750”        Part Number:
  • .060nom X 35.750”        Part Number:

Steel Specification: ASTM A-653, SS, Grade 50, G90

Paint System:  Drexel EZ-Form XL SMP                              

  • Top Side - Total Paint thickness 1.0 Mil
  • Bottom Side - Total Paint thickness .5 Mil

Color:

  • Cream Tan Federal Spec 595, Color Chip 27778
  • Custom Colors Available    

ACCESSORIES:

  • Screws
  • Rivets
  • Sealants
  • Touch Up Paint & Reducers
    • Paint Pens
    • 1 Gallon Pails
    • 5 Gallon Pails
 
Interested in using Drexel Metals materials with your K-SPAN system? Contact us today. 

 

Drexel Metals also provides the following products for your consideration

ALL PANELS:

 

Gauges:

  • Steel:  29, 26, 24, 22
  • Aluminum: (Upon Request)
  • Lengths:  2.0’ to 40.0’

 

STANDING SEAM ROOFING COILS:

Materials:

  • Galvalume Painted Coil - ASTM A-792, Grade 50, SS, AZ50
  • Drexlume® Acrylic Coated Coil - ASTM A-792, Grade 50, SS, AZ55

Widths:16”, 20”, 22”, 24”

Gauges: 26, 24, 22

    

FLAT SHEET:

Materials:

  • Drexlume
  • Painted

Gauges: 26, 24, 22

   

FLASHINGS: (Upon Request)

Materials:

  • Drexlume
  • Painted

Gauges: 26, 24, 22

 

UNDERLAYMENT:

  • Met-Shield HT
  • WIP GRIP Synthetic

S-5 Snow Guards

Drexel Metals standard colors are produced by AkzoNobel and contain a minimum of 70% PVDF (Kynar500/Hylar5000) base resin with ceramic pigments. All colors are formulated to ensure consistent appearance, quality and long-term appearance.

Our Family of Product Warranties

Why so many warranties?  The answer is simple....there is not a “one size fits all” warranty. 

The Gold Standard Warranty covers the entire Drexel Metals system from the roof deck up and is offer exclusively through our network of fabricators and certified installers.  Here are the benefits; If our product fails during the warranty period,  Drexel Metals will replace your roof at no cost to you and since your Drexel Metals metal roof is a sensible investment, if you ever decide to sell your property we will transfer the warranty to the next owner(s) for the life of the warranty.  For homeowners, its importnat to note that according to Remodeler Magazine you will recoup 85% of your initial investment upon the sale of your property. 

Galvalume® Substrate:

Our steel products are painted over prime, made in the USA, Galvalume, AZ50 and is all Tension Leveled for superior flatness.  Galvalume is an aluminum/zinc coated carbon steel product that was designed specifically for building products and contains approximately 80% aluminum in the coating by volume.  Galvalume offers much better cut edge protection than traditional hot dipped galvanized products.  It carries a 25 year warranty against perforation.

Aluminum Substrate:

Our aluminum products are painted over prime, made in the USA, aluminum. We use multiple alloys and tempers to ensure that the products supplied will meet and/or exceed your requirements.  We are big fans of using our painted aluminum products for coastal applications and have invested a lot of R&D funds to ensure our aluminum roof systems meet and/or exceed the high wind requirements.  Our painted aluminum in salt environments does carry a 25-year warranty, however there are annual maintenance requirements.

Drexlume® Substrate:

Drexlume is our version of mill finished Galvalume® with a two-sided, clear acrylic finish that is installed as a unpainted product.  The clear acrylic is there to aid with roll forming and will weather away over time (no impact to the performance).   Drexlume carries a 25-Year Non Pro-rated Drexlume Warranty (Acrylic Coated Galvalume)