Often, we attribute our success and the success of our projects to collaboration, building trust over the years and nurturing invaluable time-tested partnerships. Though all of our projects have taught us unique and essential lessons, here are some of the top takeaways that continue to drive our success.

Innovation is an Investment

Part of solving our clients’ problems involves thinking about innovation as an investment. As our industry evolves, our clients’ needs evolve too and it’s important to stay ahead of what’s next. We’ve made some significant investments over the last five years, opening two new fabrication facilities, while bringing in new people, tools, and technologies that support them, and all of this has been to better serve our clients. Solutions can come from anywhere, whether that’s robotics and automation, new facilities, or new team members, and we’re committed to leading the charge in innovation within our industry.

“Our mission is about the client and we’re going to follow what the client needs from us.” – Michael Lassner, President and CEO of Allied Steel Buildings

Trust is the Foundation of Lasting Partnerships

Our most valuable partnerships have been built upon trust, which we’ve earned by identifying and implementing solutions that allow us to meet our clients needs, no matter the odds. Some of our projects were defined by challenges that we signed up for on day one. Others presented unexpected obstacles, which required fast thinking and new solutions. Maintaining control over what we produce in our facilities broadened our capabilities and allowed us to redefine what was possible in terms of quality and timing, further expanding the value we can offer our clients in the years to come.

Collaboration is Key

We wouldn’t be where we are today if it weren’t for the countless hours of collaboration with our clients, suppliers, and allies across the construction industry. From design to erection, bringing our buildings to life takes a village and we’re fortunate to work with the best in the business. We’ve had the privilege to earn referrals to new clients from previous clients’ projects. We frequently join forces with clients, suppliers, and other partners in new and innovative ways. When we say we’re with you all the way, we’re collaborating from ideation to installation and beyond.

Lean Into Challenges

Pursuing and facing challenges pushes us to stay nimble and evolve in terms of how we think about problems and their solutions. Tight timing, engineering limitations, shipping delays, uncooperative weather, and all kinds of other unexpected obstacles have paved the way to better solutions and new opportunities to serve our clients.

Embracing What Makes Us different

We’re proud of our identity as problem solvers and by thinking outside the box, focusing on flexibility, and delivering where others can’t or won’t we’ve stood out as undeterred solutionists within our industry. When we consider what’s next we continue to be guided by our pride for doing things differently.

As we expand our manufacturing and engineering capabilities, we look forward to providing steel building solutions for clients across the globe.
Contact us and learn more about how we can help your vision come to life.

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When one of the fastest-growing players in Panama’s food distribution and supermarket industry contacted us to produce a steel building solution with the potential to transform their operations, we rolled up our sleeves and jumped on board. The project would mark our third venture together and a turning point in our client’s growth story during our decade long history of collaboration. After years of leasing, our client was ready to invest in their first-ever owned distribution warehouse, signifying a major milestone in their expansion. With their sights set on this new chapter, they turned to us once again as their trusted partner. The stakes for success were high but our drive to help them succeed was higher.

A Landmark Distribution Facility

Designed to support our client’s accelerating growth, our pre-engineered steel building is now the second-largest food distribution facility in Panama City. The building consists of our signature primary steel with durable horizontal and vertical PBR panels, a functional mezzanine, and an efficient loading dock designed to optimize ease of operations. As with previous builds, Allied collaborated with our longtime design partner Decimal to bring the client’s vision to life. The design process was smooth and efficient, supported by years of us working together.

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Transforming Setbacks Into Stepping Stones

Despite a frictionless start, the project faced significant delays due to local permitting challenges. Rather than allowing momentum to stall, we stepped in to support our client by participating in meetings with local authorities to help remove obstacles and expedite progress. Throughout the eleven month delay, we worked collaboratively with our client to identify solutions that enabled us to maintain our original pricing, proving once again that when we say, “we’re with you all the way,” we mean it. Together our determination and strategic planning guided us past the permitting hurdles and fabrication was underway by September 2024, making it possible for there to be steel on the ground by December.

Building Partnerships as Strong as Steel

By trusting us to deliver a project that not only represents a major financial investment but also a critical strategic step forward for our client, they gave us another opportunity to demonstrate the unique value of a long term partnership. Our shared understanding, which developed over the course of our long history of working together, helped us identify how to prioritize our client’s satisfaction whenever possible. With trust and transparency guiding our work, we exceeded our client’s expectations, navigating permitting challenges and holding favorable pricing despite the project’s delays. We are proud to have helped make this milestone a reality and look forward to continuing our shared growth.

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Every project we take on is unique and often complex but when our internal teams approach challenges as a united front and align on goals from day one, we can ensure that every detail is executed with precision and care.

We approach how we work with our clients in the same way. We believe that the best outcomes come when they are brought into the fold early and often, which is why we take a consultative approach, involving them throughout the planning and execution processes with open dialogue that aligns our capabilities with their visions. Over the years, this is how we’ve earned trust and fostered partnerships that last well beyond project completion.

Powering Teamwork Through Technology

Recognizing that successful collaboration requires the right infrastructure, we recently launched our own enterprise resource planning system, A360. At its core, A360 connects every department and critical tool under one cohesive system. It integrates best-in-class software, like MBS for estimating, Zoho CRM for client relationships, STRUMIS for fabrication, and Tekla for BIM modeling into a unified platform. By doing so, A360 provides real-time visibility, streamlines communication, and improves coordination across every phase of the project lifecycle.

By bridging gaps between departments and eliminating inefficiencies caused by siloed systems, A360 empowers our teams to work faster and smarter. For example, the integration between Zoho CRM and our scheduler ensures that sales timelines seamlessly align with project scheduling, allowing for a smoother transition from proposal to production. Fabrication schedules now automatically reflect real-time project updates, which keeps everything running on track, from engineering deliverables to final delivery.

Importantly, A360 was developed by cross-functional teams representing every part of our business. Sales, engineering, operations, logistics, and IT came together to build a system that not only meets their individual needs but enhances how they work together. It’s a shining example of Allied’s commitment to teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Collaboration at the Core of Automation

Our focus on collaboration extends to our manufacturing floor, especially as we adopt advanced robotics and automation. Robotics are integral to our fabrication process at both of our facilities and as Vice President of Engineering Franz Mutiz explains, that requires a new level of coordination between engineering, detailing, and manufacturing teams.

“Automation changes how we design and plan. It forces us to think not just about how a building should perform, but how each piece will be produced and assembled,” Mutiz says. “To get it right, our teams have to work in lockstep, from concept to final weld.”

Building Better, Together

At Allied, collaboration is what keeps projects moving, teams aligned, and clients satisfied. It’s how we’ve been able to tackle some of the industry’s most complex challenges and deliver consistently exceptional results. From developing and implementing new technologies like A360 to the day-to-day partnerships between our departments and clients, collaboration is the engine that drives our success. By continuing to invest in tools and processes that support this culture, we’re not only improving project execution—we’re building partnerships that, like our buildings, are designed to stand the test of time.

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Prior to Allied, Mr. Aguiar worked extensively across the Americas, Europe, and Asia with multinational Fortune 500 companies including Milwaukee Electric Tool, Kellogg Company, Whirlpool Corporation, and Megger. Experienced in guiding companies through transformational growth, mergers and acquisitions, and rapid scaling, Mr. Aguiar’s expertise lies in optimizing costs, streamlining operations, and implementing scalable financial systems that support sustainable domestic and international expansion. 

At Allied, Mr. Aguiar will lead financial initiatives, while working closely with operation teams to identify and implement expansion opportunities. He looks forward to building new avenues for collaboration between Allied’s operational teams to maximize efficiencies, support investments in advanced manufacturing equipment and infrastructure, and ultimately accelerate growth.

Allied’s exponential growth over the last decade, its international footprint, and its culture of innovation are some of the first things that come to mind when he thinks of the company. What’s more, is the number of close personal ties that he has to Allied’s key markets—his hometown lies just 50 miles from Allied’s manufacturing site in La Coruna, Spain, and he has spent much of his life within 70 miles of the company’s Texas facility. Additionally, his strong connections to Panama and South Florida complement Allied’s operational presence in those regions.

“What truly drew me to Allied was its innovative approach to business and its strong drive to redefine the steel building industry. This company consistently pushes boundaries through the use of technology, bold thinking, and a clear vision for the future. At Allied, innovation is embedded in the culture and driven by the unwavering commitment of its people. It is truly invigorating to be part of such a dynamic team and to collaborate with visionary leaders across all departments. I am inspired by the opportunity to help lead Allied into its next phase of global growth, while also shaping the future of steel fabrication.”

In his spare time, Mr. Aguiar enjoys paddle boarding, jet skiing, motorcycles, hiking, and other outdoor activities that reflect his spirit for exploration and adventure.

His appointment as CFO underscores Allied Steel Buildings’ commitment to strategic financial leadership that drives growth and operational excellence across its global operations.

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The Steel Pulse

When it comes to innovation in construction, pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs) are leading a shift away from centuries of industry-wide practices towards a more sustainable future. Their benefits are diverse and far-reaching, making them a popular choice for a variety of projects across a range of industries and end uses. These environmental advantages are also good for the bottom line: by reducing waste, increasing energy efficiency, and improving durability, metal buildings offer a cost-efficient alternative to many traditional building methods.

As the industry continues to evolve, we're committed to leading with innovative new practices and technologies that redefine what steel buildings are capable of.

Read on to see how steel buildings are changing the construction game as we know it.

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The Future of Modern Construction: Unlocking the Advantages of PEMB

PEMBs offer advantages beyond greater efficiency and less waste. Speed, cost-effectiveness, and durability are just some of the qualities that make them an ideal choice for a wide range of applications.

Discover PEMB

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Precast Concrete Meets Prefab Steel

Our pre-engineered steel structures can be combined with other building materials to create one-of-a-kind hybrid structures that meet a variety of needs. We recently worked with a producer of precast concrete products to design their newest manufacturing facility: a prestressed concrete building with a steel roof. Choosing a combination structure made it possible for the client to showcase their concrete product while shortening the project's delivery timeline significantly.

See how

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Speed, Strength, and Savings: A School's First Steel Building Project

Tight deadlines and budget constraints drove this California-based school's decision to consider a steel building for their newest location. Designing and fabricating the “special moment steel frame” that the highly seismic location required presented unprecedented challenges and Allied rose to the occasion, proving that steel can be the ultimate building solution when safety, speed, and cost are leading considerations.

A unique project

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Innovative Sustainability: The Environmental Benefits of PEMBs

By combining precision engineering with data-driven practices, PEMBs are setting new standards for efficiency and sustainability. Advancements in tools and technologies continue to amplify their many benefits while minimizing their environmental footprints, making them a top choice for an increasing number of projects.

The built environment

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Blueprints to Bytes: How Tech is Transforming Steel Construction

Big challenges require even bigger solutions. Our dedication to going the extra mile for our clients means we're always evolving, whether we're opening a new fabrication facility, leading our industry in automation and robotics, or exploring new ways technology can help us improve our client experience. Follow our story on LinkedIn.

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Designing the Future, One Project at a Time

Our work is leaving its mark on more than the steel building industry. We recently delivered a first-of-its-kind venue that is already making major waves in the world of golf! Housing the all-new TGL golf league, our roomy 250,000 square-foot building accommodates close to 2,000 fans plus an oversized simulator screen, significant putting greens, and a lot more.

Tiger Woods Indoor Golf

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Transforming Steel Projects one 3D Model at a Time

As an industry leader, we’re reinventing how complex steel building projects are designed, coordinated, and executed, delivering unparalleled value to our clients. With BIM at the forefront of many of our large projects, we're unpacking its numerous advantages and exploring why a growing number of our clients are eager to take advantage of how we use it.

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The Details Make the Difference

Our investments in industry leading solutions range far and wide. Beyond cutting-edge robotics and automation systems, Allied is making a name for itself by offering eye-catching protective finish coats on our primary steel products. Our unique ability to apply a finish coat in-house is one of the reasons Metal Trades Manufacturing chose us for their new production facility.

Why it made a difference

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Expanding our Engineering Capabilities

Making the most of our industry leading technology requires a robust engineering team. In 2024 we appointed Franz Mutis as VP of Engineering and acquired his company's metal building division. Leaning on his unique expertise, we continue to identify new opportunities to improve our engineering systems and optimize production.

Learn about Franz's vision

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Our team’s significant expansion over the last year notably included the appointment of Larry McGlothlin as the company’s Director of Manufacturing Technology. With over three decades of experience in the pre-engineered steel building industry and a strong background in software consulting, Mr. McGlothlin is now overseeing Allied’s optimization of Metal Building Software (MBS), an industry-standard software that streamlines the estimation, design, detailing, and fabrication processes.

“Larry’s exceptional expertise and dedication to innovation make him a valuable addition to our team,” said Michael Lassner, CEO at Allied Steel Buildings. “His unique blend of industry experience and software consulting will play a crucial role in driving manufacturing excellence and supporting our continued growth.”

Mr. McGlothlin’s thirty-year tenure in the steel building industry has allowed him to gain invaluable experience across diverse roles including operations manager, steel building broker, and certified welding inspector. In 2015, he founded Apland Consulting, where he assisted some of the largest companies in the industry with using MBS and implementing customized solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency.

In 2021, Mr. McGlothlin began consulting for Allied Steel Buildings, where his expertise in optimizing MBS and integrating data from Allied’s Master Builder into the software made him an invaluable asset that Allied sought to bring in house by late 2023. Mr. McGlothlin has since been supporting the company’s cutting-edge new fabrication facility in McGregor, Texas which has presented unprecedented opportunities to explore how these programs can help drive automation. The plant’s first-in-the-world fully automated robotics system marks a departure from traditional steel manufacturing systems and Mr. McGlothlin is eager to explore how to integrate these systems to unlock new levels of innovation.

“At Allied, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a way of life,” said Larry McGlothlin. “With a relentless work ethic driving every endeavor, we redefine excellence at every turn, propelling ourselves toward unprecedented success.”

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Mr. Mutis’s extensive professional background most recently includes co-founding a Texas-based engineering firm specializing in designing building systems for the commercial and industrial sectors. During his tenure as that company’s Director of Engineering, Mr. Mutis oversaw the design of over 2,500 buildings, including several contracted by Allied.

Allied’s growth as a key account since 2020 led to the eventual acquisition of the metal building division this year. Recognizing Mr. Mutis’s unique talent and expertise, Allied was pleased to invite him to lead the integration of his team and its engineering expertise into Allied’s key processes.

Prior to co-founding the engineering firm, Mr. Mutis held key leadership and engineering positions at a a Fortune One Hundred’s Buildings Group, overseeing the production and performance of buildings within that company’s petrochemical facilities around the world.

At Allied, Mr. Mutis’s responsibilities will encompass integrating engineering processes, fostering collaboration with external partners, and refining project management methodologies to ensure the seamless execution and delivery of projects. His leadership will be instrumental to Allied’s growth and success as the company approaches another milestone in its history as a leading global steel construction company.

Allied’s highly anticipated new fabrication facility in McGregor, Texas will provide new opportunities to develop leading solutions for engineering systems and processes that optimize production. From an engineering perspective, the plant’s first-in-the-world fully automated robotics system will drive new considerations for how buildings are designed, marking a departure from traditional steel manufacturing systems.

“Joining the Allied Steel Buildings family is a tremendous honor, and I am excited to contribute to the company’s ongoing success,” said Franz Mutis. “Allied has a well-earned reputation for embracing challenges and striving for innovation, and I look forward to leading our engineering team to new heights of excellence.”

In addition to his extensive professional experience, Mr. Mutis holds a Master of Science in Construction Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Oklahoma. He is a registered Structural Engineer and Professional Engineer across multiple states.

Franz Mutis’s appointment as Vice President of Engineering underscores Allied Steel Buildings’ commitment to engineering excellence and innovation. With his leadership, the company is poised to enhance its capabilities and deliver new value to clients across the USA, Caribbean, and international markets.

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