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Pole Barns vs. Rhino Steel Buildings

People who live and work in agriculture have many different needs in their steel building applications. Whether you need a shelter for hay or a covered horse pole barn, Rhino can fill the design requirements.

Often times, the term "pole barn" is misused and can cause confusion when trying to find the right product. Folks who think they may need a pole barn may actually be envisioning a steel building. To determine which type of structure will better fit your needs, let's take a look at the difference between pole barns and Rhino steel buildings.

What is a pole barn?

A pole barn is a popular style of barn that is built using wood beams or "poles" as the main support structure for the outer walls and roof. Features that are common to most pole barns include all wood poles as the support beams and a metal shell for the outer walls. They are very versatile structures and can be used for anything from storing tack and feed to housing livestock. Sometimes a concrete foundation is added, but many will have a simple dirt floor. Many people will ask for a metal pole barn, when in reality, this doesn't exist. What they really want is simply a metal building with metal poles.

Why should a Rhino steel building be used in place of a pole barn?

Rhino steel buildings differ from pole barns in that the structure is made entirely of pre-engineered steel components, right down to the support beams. Without using wood, these buildings are less likely to rot or deteriorate over time. They are not prone to termite damage or erosion from natural elements like snow or rain. Rhino offers many other advantages for your application, including our interior and exterior options (doors, windows, openings, lighting, partitions) to further customize the look and improve the functionality of your barn.

Rhino buildings come standard with these superior product features.
• Extended life self drilling fasteners to eliminate red rust and assure a waterproof seal.
• Formed base trim to eliminate rust and save cost on extra concrete.
• Die formed ridge caps for tighter roof seals and better pest control.
• Cover trim at framed openings for a more finished exterior look.
• Weather proofing closure strips at all eaves, base and roof.
• Purlin Bearing Rib Roof Panels provide extra overlap for increased strength and water resistance.