BEHLEN Steel Buildings Behlen News
Since 1969 BEHLEN Industries LP has been manufacturing steel building systems in Canada and as an industry leader we have lots of knowledge to share. Keep up with our latest news and insights into steel building systems here.

STORING MATERIALS DURING WINTER CONSTRUCTION SEASON
2026, January 07
IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN – WINTER CONSTRUCTION SEASON When the rain is nonstop and the snow is flying, progress on site can be slowed down or delayed. This can create site storage problems for materials susceptible to damage...
David Forsey, CTR,Architectural Representative
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Attention to Details with Insulated Metal Panels
2025, August 20
In the last three articles, I discussed several important considerations for Insulated Metal Panels; Importance of Sealants, Proper building locations to reduce IMP damage, and Future Planning and Design Considerations. All of these are about getting the details right. The...
David Forsey ,Architectural Representative
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BEHLEN SSR24 Thermal Stand
2025, July 17
The new BEHLEN SSR24 Thermal StandTM offers builders a solution for adding an extra inch of insulation space versus taller metal clips. This innovative, patent-pending plastic block attaches securely to the bottom of a standing seam roof clip, increasing its height...
New Product Announcement ,BEHLEN Marketing
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New Energy Guide – BEHLEN Rigid Frame
2025, June 15
This comprehensive guide was developed to provide insight into our insulated walls and roof assemblies by providing thermal values for available insulation options used in steel building systems (SBS). With the evolving energy code changes and the introduction of step...
New Document Announcement,BEHLEN Marketing
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Future Planning and Design Considerations for IMP Projects
2024, December 05
Our last article talked about, location, location and everything around it. This article is about, planning, planning and more planning. Have you ever completed a project and got a call from an owner down the road asking if they can...
David Forsey,Architectural Representative
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Design Starts with Location: Protecting IMP Panels from the Ground Up
2024, November 20
In my previous article I talked about a key component for a successful IMP installation being the proper placement and location of sealants to ensure a weathertight installation. For this article, it is all about location, location – and everything...
David Forsey,Architectural Representative
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BEHLEN Industries LP – First Ever Jersy Sponsor for Brandon Wheat Kings
2024, October 03
BEHLEN Industries LP will proudly be marked as the first ever jersey sponsor for the Brandon Wheat Kings, our local WHL hockey team, with the BEHLEN Steel Buildings patch to be worn on the Wheaties jersey’s this 2024-2025 season. See...
Karleigh Paul,Marketing Manager
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The Importance of Sealants When Installing Insulated Metal Panels
2024, September 13
Insulated Metal Panels or IMPs, are premium building components that provide superior thermal and building envelope performance for both roof and walls. Known for their high R-value and low U-values, IMPs are the smart choice to meet the changes to NEBC...
David Forsey,Architectural Representative
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Bridge of Pioneers – Edwards Family Donation
2022, February 23
This covered bridge crossing project was a WGI cross division partnership involving Armtec, Behlen, Westman Steel, Meridian and Artspan. The pedestrian bridge expands the trail system in the community of La Broquerie and spans the beautiful Seine River. More importantly,...
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WGI Donates more than $50,000 in cladding to Haiti Housing Charity
2021, April 15
A shipping container full of furniture, doors, beds, mattresses and 27,000 pounds of metal departed Brandon on Thursday morning for a journey that will take it to Canada’s east coast and beyond. All of the items are destined for Haiti,...
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BEHLEN Steel Buildings and the Winter Olympics
2017, October 23
With the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics now in full swing, BEHLEN Industries LP are thrilled to once again be providing part of the facilities used by athletes around the globe to showcase their skills, this time in the Gangneung Curling...
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Manitoba Export Award
2016, August 06
On Wednesday March 23, 2016, BEHLEN was honored to accept the Manitoba Export Award for 2016 at the Canadian Manufacturing & Exports (CME) Gala Awards Dinner hosted at the RBC Convention Center in Winnipeg. The gala is held to celebrate...
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United Way Campaign
2014, December 10
Brandon (MB) – December 10, 2014 Behlen Industries LP, one of the largest employers in Westman, has once again made the push for donations in support of the United Way in Brandon. Since 2006, Behlen employees have rallied together to...
Rosa Villamizar,BEHLEN Industries LP
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