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Our Hi-Rib Steel

Our unique Hi-Rib™ steel is roll-formed with arch-shaped, one-inch-high major ribs on 12" centers. When a load is placed on top of an arch—one of the strongest architectural shapes—instead of collapsing, the force spreads out and down the arch’s side.

Morton Buildings’ panels feature high ribs with a rounded profile. Generous bend radii offer improved paint and metallic coating flexibility. Many other builders provide ribs that have a lower profile and have more, and sharper, bends.

This test simply demonstrates the superior strength and stiffness of our Hi-Rib™ panel when compared with 29 gauge full hard panels that are typically standard in the industry. The test uses supports spaced 7.5 ft. apart, loading the panels at third-points as shown.

Steel panels used by many other builders are formed from 29 gauge, full hard steel, which has a higher tensile strength. But, with Morton’s higher rib height and thicker gauge, our Hi-Rib™ panels are stronger. In fact, Morton’s panels have rib height up to 33% higher and steel thickness that is up to 25% thicker than panels used by other builders.

Morton Hi-Rib™ panels are better looking on your building. Because of the rounded profile, the ribs reflect sunlight from various angles. Stronger and aesthetically pleasing—what a winning combination!

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