COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
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Take the Work Out of
Building Your Business Wedding & Event Venues | Office & Warehouse | Retail | Wineries | Automotive | Banks | Childcare | O&M Facilities ™
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INDUSTRY LEADER
We pride ourselves on delivering a world-class experience to our customers and we have extensive experience to meet your business’s needs.
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“It’s nice to have a company that you can do a turnkey project
with and know that they are going to be with you
all the way through the project.” Phil Yonts • High Springs, FL Kulaqua Youth Camp
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A Solid Investment.
Whether you want to start up a new company or expand an existing one, one thing is certain—a Morton building will help your business succeed. What differentiates us from other construction companies is the quality, the craftsmanship, and the efficiency of our buildings. Plus, our warranty is the best in the business. That’s why business owners and franchisees around the country choose Morton Buildings to create inviting, cost-effective, and energy-efficient commercial spaces. Morton Buildings utilizes post-frame construction, a highly engineered wood-frame building system that features large, laminated columns instead of wood studs, steel framing, or concrete masonry, and that meets local, state and national building codes. Our open floor plans allow you to utilize the space of your building in the best way for your business, while clear-span trusses allow for less construction time without sacrificing quality. And with a variety of exterior and interior options available, you can choose the style you want, inside and out. Plus, our buildings are virtually maintenance-free, which allows you to focus on growing your company, not maintaining your building. We are confident in our craftsmanship and back it with easy-to-understand warranties that are the best in the industry. The Morton Buildings name is synonymous with quality and longevity and we strive to continue that tradition every day.
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DEPENDABLE
From your first meeting with a sales consultant to the day your building is completed and beyond, Morton Buildings will be with you every step of the way.
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“We decided to go with a Morton building due to their
reputation for quality, pricing, construction, advice and their design team…a complete,
full package from the design to us moving in.” Brian R. • Deer Creek, IL G.A. Rich & Sons
National Capabilities with Local Expertise. Headquartered in Morton, Illinois, Morton Buildings has national capabilities with local expertise. Morton operates over 100 employee-owned construction centers that serve as logistical/local hubs for construction services and subcontract networks. Morton also operates six manufacturing facilities where many of our building components are produced. Our vertical integration allows us to control quality, timelines, and reduce shipping costs. From the smallest fastener to the trusses overhead, Morton leaves nothing to chance. Most of our competitors use a network of various suppliers to source their materials. Do some research and you’ll find they go with cheaply made parts that cost them less. We don’t build that way. We source and manufacture our own materials. We roll form our own steel, build our own trusses, doors, and so much more. Exceptional quality is the hallmark of a Morton. We’re only as good as our materials so we take full control of the entire process. From wineries and retail centers to dealerships and restaurants, we have the knowledge and experience to listen to your business needs and make building recommendations based on your unique situation. We work with you to create a building that suits your company, your style and your budget.
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INNOVATIVE
We continue to look for new techniques and products that add quality and efficiency to Morton buildings.
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Concept to Completion. Whether you need guidance throughout the construction of your building, or are familiar with the building process and just want a hassle-free project, Morton can work with you every step of the way. Your sales consultant works with a team of drafting technicians, estimators and project managers to help you plan your building. Allied Design and Engineering, P.C., a strategic partner of Morton Buildings, can provide cost-effective architectural and engineering services. If you would prefer, you can also choose your own architectural firm. Once your plans are complete and you are ready to move to the construction phase, materials are manufactured at Morton Buildings plants to ensure quality and consistency. Morton Buildingsemployed truck drivers deliver building materials to your site and Morton-trained and employed construction crews erect your building.
Morton can also serve as the general contractor for your project, taking the hassle of managing tradesmen out of your hands. Morton works with only qualified contractors that have proven their commitment to the same level of quality and customer satisfaction Morton prides itself in. This ensures you will get the finishing touches you want without having to worry about the credibility of your subcontractors. From the interior design to the striping of the parking lot, Morton can oversee your entire project so you can focus on your business. If you would rather be your own general contractor, you can do that too. Morton has the flexibility to work on as much, or as little, of your project as you need.
“The whole process has been about flawless.
You can’t say enough about
Morton Buildings.” David G. • Greenwich, NY Car Dealership
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Longevity. As the way we work and do business evolves, so do the buildings we work in. The standards for commercial buildings are changing, which is why it's important to partner with an expert like Morton Buildings to achieve higher levels of both building and occupant performance. Energy-efficient construction is a key focus area, and we take great pride in our innovations that reduce energy usage in large facilities. Whether you want a building that stands out or are planning for a more basic structure, Morton will work with you to deliver a custom building that meets your needs now and in the future.
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We have generations of customers who continue to be pleased they selected Morton Buildings.
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anybody that I’ve found so far.” Larry H. • Bloomington, IL ABC Storage
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Features. Morton Buildings offers many features that allow you to customize your business’s building. Whether you are looking for a simple structure or something more elaborate, Morton has many choices that can help add visual interest to your building. These are just some of the exterior and interior features you can choose from. You can also work with your Morton Buildings sales consultant to explore other options for your building.
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Roof Types and Styles Ceilings The finishing touches on your building help to transform it from a structure to an office, bank or retail center. Morton can help you choose a ceiling finish that complements your business and fits your budget.
Vaulted Ceiling with Wrapped Framing
Suspended Ceiling
Cupolas
Morton roofs are designed for long-term good looks, and they’re available in a variety of colors and roof pitches to give your building just the right touch. Many options are available to enhance the style and function of your building including: a roof extension to create a wraparound porch; adding gable dormers for a traditional look, or a welcoming entry porch, to name just a few.
Gable
Hip with Gable Entry
Gambrel
Monitor
Deep Fascia
Gable Dormer
Step Fascia
Dutch Hip
Turkey Tail
Eyebrow
Wraparound Porch
Pitch Break
Drywall Ceiling
Cupolas positioned on your roof will add an aesthetic touch and are available in a variety of styles and sizes.
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Wainscot
Doors
Wainscot adds a nice optional element to your building’s exterior—allowing different color schemes and breaking the vertical lines of the walls. From a practical perspective, it is easier and less expensive to replace a short steel wainscot panel damaged by ground’s-care equipment or a vehicle—than it is to replace a full-length steel panel.
In addition to entry-way doors, you may also choose to add larger doors to your commercial building. Overhead doors are available in a variety of sizes and styles. Your Morton Buildings sales consultant will work with local subcontractors to recommend an overhead door that best meets your needs.
Several optional wainscot materials are also available: Novabrik™, Moderra™, masonry and HardiePanel®, as well as others.
Steel Wainscot
Masonry Wainscot
Novabrik™ Wainscot
HardiePanel® Wainscot
Siding
Overhead Door
From traditional Hi-Rib™ steel siding to brick and cultured stone, you choose the look that best fits your business and your building’s surroundings.
Steel
Bi-fold doors in widths up to 70' and one-piece hydraulically operated doors are also available for those large vehicle or equipment applications that require a specialty door.
Brick
Stone
HardiePanel®
Bi-fold Door
Hydraulic Industrial Door
Continuous Vented Ridge Help to control the environment in your building year-round with our continuous ridge ventilation. Morton’s pre-engineered ventilation system provides for a drier, more comfortable environment for your building by reducing heat build-up in the summer and releasing moisture-laden air in the winter.
Doorjamb Protection Four-inch square or eight-inch round doorjamb protectors are set in concrete to guard overhead or sliding doors from accidental damage by vehicles.
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Morton Steel
Superior Paint System: FLUOROFLEX® 1000 Morton Buildings recognizes that a superior building is best accented with an outstanding paint coating. That’s why Morton offers the FLUOROFLEX paint system. FLUOROFLEX 1000 consists of a 70% polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF) topcoat or “color coat” and polyurethane primer that utilizes either a GALVALUME® or hot-dipped galvanized metallic coating. This superior paint system provides your building with multiple layers of protection.
All steel panels are not the same—even though they may look it—and Morton’s steel is uniquely “Morton.” We roll-form our steel from .019" thick coil which is up to 25% heavier than the steel many other builders use, and Morton’s panels feature a unique Hi-Rib™ design where the major ribs are 12" on center and 1" high with a gently rounded profile. This combination results in a very strong panel and contributes to the unique good looks and long-term attractiveness of a Morton.
FLUOROFLEX 1000 provides superior protection against fading, chalking, paint peeling and red rust. Because it resists the effects of ultraviolet rays, rain and pollution, it retains color and gloss far longer than standard consumer or commercial paint coatings. Morton is proud to offer a 35-year warranty against chalking, fading and peeling of most FLUOROFLEX 1000 colors.
Actual Photos of Fade Test Performed in QUV (accelerated weathering machine under identical conditions)
Polyester Used by Others
Morton’s Paint System
To view a paint color chart, contact your Morton Buildings sales consultant.
Red
Marine
Tan
Brown
Charcoal
White
Ivory
Beige
Rustic Bronze
Woodgrain Cedar
Strongest Warranty Our warranties are handled in-house, include materials and labor, and are not prorated. Morton quality, guaranteed.
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Black
Burgundy
Navy
Evergreen
Silver
Copper
Vintage Metallic
Bright Red
Weathered Gray
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Foundation Selection The foundation you build on is very important to the long-term durability of your building. Your Morton sales consultant can guide you through the process of foundation selection, which varies based on your soil type, site, building code and your building’s use. The common foundation options are:
A Morton Exclusive UNTREATED WOOD COLUMN
Morton Buildings Foundation System™ INTERNAL COLUMN CONNECTOR
TREATED SPLASHBOARD
STAINLESS SPLASHBOARD BRACKET
MORTON CONCRETE COLUMN
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Wood upper column
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Specially engineered for superior strength
BACKFILLED SOIL
CONCRETE FOOTING
INTERNAL THREADED ADJUSTMENT BRACKET
Not available on all building styles Patented product used with permission of Perma-Column, Inc.
Laminated column
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Formed Wall with Footing •
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Ready-mix concrete with reinforcement
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Column sockets anchored to ½" x 10" plated concrete anchor bolts
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Thickened edge meets heavy load requirements
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Energy Performer® Insulation Package–the Industry Benchmark for Comfort & Cost-Savings Sidewalls
Ceiling 1 Fully ventilated attics for enhanced air circulation and condensation control
3 15 ½" truss heels allow deep insulation at building sidewall and air space for attic ventilation
Blown-in ceiling insulation with a rating of R-38 or greater with the option 4 Air deflectors direct air from to add more insulation to obtain an vented soffits over the insulation at overall average rating up to R-60 the eaves
5 Uncompressed sidewall fiberglass blanket insulation has a true R-19 rating •
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Insulation descends below the top of the concrete floor to increase energy efficiency
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Wide blankets of insulation are used (as opposed to standard house construction insulation, which is 14 ½")
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There’s a Morton Advantage at Every Step.
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Morton Energy Performer vs. Steel-frame Insulation
The Value of Post-Frame Insulation Post-frame buildings feature an exceptionally large built-in wall cavity for ample insulation, thereby lowering heating and cooling costs throughout the year. Where newer energy codes require higher levels of insulation, post-frame is a particularly good option because its walls and roof are relatively easy to insulate. Wide column spacing allows for continuous insulation between structural elements, fewer interruptions in insulation material, and less chance of thermal leakage. Where the insulation is interrupted, wooden structural members have natural insulating properties and conduct less heat than most structural steel or masonry components. In typical steel buildings, the insulation is draped over the roof purlins and compressed when the roofing is applied. This compression can result in a loss of nearly half of the thickness of the insulation, which reduces the insulation’s R-Value. While many steel-framed buildings feature 3" fiberglass ceiling insulation, which provides an R-9.5 rating, Morton’s Energy Performer® insulation system features R-38 insulation on the ceilings.
Compare and Save with Morton Buildings Morton Energy Performer® Building
Steel Frame Building
Building Similarities 60' x 16' x 120' with white steel 7200 SF floor area 6" concrete floor with monolithic foundation Perimeter insulation R3.6 (1) 6068 glass entry door–west (2) 3068 walk in doors–south (4) 4x3 fixed windows–west (2) 5x4 fixed windows–south (2) 14x14 insulated OHD R15–south
Building Similarities 60' x 16' x 120' with white steel 7200 SF floor area 6" concrete floor with monolithic foundation Perimeter insulation R3.6 (1) 6068 glass entry door–west (2) 3068 walk in doors–south (4) 4x3 fixed windows–west (2) 5x4 fixed windows–south (2) 14x14 insulated OHD R15–south
Natural gas, forced air furnace 80% efficiency Central air conditioning with an energy efficiency ratio–9
Natural gas, forced air furnace 80% efficiency Central air conditioning with an energy efficiency ratio–9
Building Differences 4/12 roof pitch–with attic 6" wall insulation R19 Blown attic insulation R38
Building Differences 1/12 roof pitch - no attic 3" wall insulation R9.5 3" roof insulation R9.5
The table below lists annual utility usage for the above buildings as predicted by the DOE 2.1E * computer simulation program. Individual results vary based on building use, configuration, location and weather conditions. The table below is for illustrative purposes only, and does not reflect all the conditions which may affect the performance of your Morton building. ANNUAL HEATING ENERGY (THERMS)
LOCATION GRAFTON, ND BISMARCK, ND MONTICELLO, MN NORFOLK, NE MORTON, IL HOLTON, KS MONETT, MO CONWAY, AR WACO, TX GAINESVILLE, FL
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THERMS USED
THERMS USED
ENERGY PERFORMER
STEEL FRAME
THERMS SAVED ANNUALLY
6080 5025 4671 3970 3690 2987 2770 1871 1217 851
9177 7703 7088 6058 5621 4607 4228 2902 1926 1373
3097 2678 2417 2088 1931 1620 1458 1031 709 522
* DOE 2.1E was developed by Lawrence Berkley Laboratories in conjunction with the Department of Energy.
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Building Across The Nation With company-owned construction centers strategically located throughout the United States, there’s a Morton Buildings sales consultant nearby to serve you. Find your local Morton Buildings construction center at mortonbuildings.com/locations, for pricing information and to receive additional detailed information about our buildings.
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Construction details and material specifications shown are subject to change without notice. Colors reproduced in this brochure are for illustrative purposes only and may vary from actual colors or finishes. Certain features shown are non-stock items and may be purchased through your local Morton Buildings construction center. Options and features shown may not be available on all building types or styles. The statements and opinions about products expressed here are those of specific customers and should not be construed to represent all buildings or products sold, manufactured, distributed or constructed by Morton Buildings. ©2022 Morton Buildings, Inc. Morton Buildings is a registered trademark of Morton Buildings, Inc. All rights reserved. A listing of GC licenses available at mortonbuildings.com/licenses. Form # 2111/5M/4-22 Printed in the U.S.A.
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