Business Details
Premier Steel Space Frame Manufacturer
DSI Spaceframes stands as America's premier designer and manufacturer of structural and architectural steel space frames, utilizing certified U.S. materials. With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in transforming complex design visions into reality through our proprietary System III technology, the most versatile forged steel ball-and-tube system available. Our comprehensive services span from initial design consultation to engineering, fabrication, and on-site installation, ensuring seamless project execution. We serve architects, engineers, and contractors seeking innovative solutions for long-span structures, organic shapes, and decorative accents. Our commitment to quality is evident in our adherence to Buy America and Buy American requirements, with all components manufactured domestically. Notable projects include SoFi Stadium, Transbay Transit Center, and Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, showcasing our capability to deliver iconic structures globally.Our team provides hands-on support throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring cost-effective, durable solutions with minimal maintenance requirements. The System III framework offers industry-leading corrosion resistance through hot-dip galvanization and powder coating, available in standard and custom colors. We maintain rigorous quality control through computer-aided design and CNC manufacturing processes, guaranteeing precision in every component. Our bolted connection system eliminates field welding needs, enabling rapid assembly while maintaining structural integrity. As the only fully American-owned space frame supplier, we combine technical expertise with domestic manufacturing excellence to meet diverse architectural challenges.
Services
Design Consultation
Structural Analysis
Architectural Space Frames
Custom Fabrication
On-Site Installation
LEED/Green Design
Solar Panel Supports
Entrance Canopies
Artistic Sculptures
Roof Systems
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized space frame expertise
- 100% domestic material sourcing and manufacturing
- Proprietary System III technology for maximum design flexibility
- Full-service provider from concept to installation
- Proven track record with iconic structures like SoFi Stadium
Services
Structural Steel Space Frames
Our structural steel space frames provide innovative solutions for complex architectural projects requiring long spans and unique geometries. Utilizing advanced computer-aided design and proprietary System III technology, we create lightweight yet robust frameworks that reduce material usage by up to 60% compared to traditional methods. These systems offer exceptional load distribution through tension and compression members, enabling creation of iconic structures like sports arenas and convention centers while maintaining cost efficiency.
Architectural Space Frames
We specialize in architectural space frames that transform creative visions into functional structures. Our team collaborates directly with architects to realize organic shapes, curved forms, and decorative elements that would be impractical with conventional building systems. The modular nature of our space frames allows for rapid assembly of complex designs while maintaining structural integrity, as demonstrated in projects like the Chinook Arc interactive sculpture and University of South Alabama's geodesic sphere.
Custom Fabrication
Our Illinois facility handles complete custom fabrication using domestic steel components. Through CNC precision manufacturing and quality control processes, we produce nodes with exact specifications and members with 1/16" accuracy. All components receive protective finishes including hot-dip galvanization and powder coating, available in standard and custom colors. This controlled environment ensures consistent quality for projects ranging from tollway canopies to artistic installations.
On-Site Installation
Our trained technicians handle on-site installation of pre-fabricated space frame components using bolted connections that eliminate field welding requirements. This modular approach enables rapid assembly of structures like the Transbay Transit Center awning, with sections either lifted individually or as pre-assembled units. The system's inherent flexibility allows for future modifications or repairs without compromising overall structural integrity, ensuring long-term value for clients.
Design Consultation
We provide comprehensive design consultation services from initial concept through final approval. Our team evaluates project feasibility, conducts structural analysis, and develops optimized space frame solutions tailored to specific architectural requirements. Using advanced modeling software, we coordinate with other trades to ensure seamless integration with existing structures while maintaining cost-effectiveness. This collaborative approach helps clients determine if space frames represent the optimal solution for their particular application.
Questions
What are space frame systems used for?
Space frames create large-span structures for sports arenas, convention centers, and entrance canopies. They support solar panels, tolling equipment, and artistic installations while enabling complex architectural shapes.
Why choose steel space frames over traditional construction?
Our space frames use up to 60% less steel than conventional methods while offering greater design flexibility. They provide faster installation with bolted connections and require less maintenance over their lifespan.
Are space frames compliant with U.S. manufacturing standards?
All DSI Spaceframes products meet Buy America and Buy American requirements, using 100% domestically sourced steel components manufactured at our Illinois facility.
Can space frames accommodate custom designs?
Our System III technology allows unlimited design configurations from flat structures to organic shapes. We've implemented custom solutions for projects like the undulating Nassau Coliseum façade.
What maintenance do space frame structures require?
Our powder-coated and galvanized finishes provide industry-leading corrosion resistance. Structures require minimal maintenance with individual components replaceable without affecting the entire system.
How are space frames installed?
Pre-fabricated components are assembled on-site using bolted connections. Sections are crane-lifted into place without field welding, enabling rapid installation for projects like the SoFi Stadium roof canopy.
