Engineered for Higher-Quality Installation A Butler™ building is a modular

construction system that is

more economical and faster to
erect, requiring fewer parts than
conventional building systems.

simpler | faster | better

from concept to construction
What Can a Modular Building System Offer You?
Unlike a modular system, providers of conventional building systems require
you to perform on-site modifications and labour-intensive tasks when erecting
their building systems. ButlerTM Building Conventional
When you erect a modular system, such as a Butler™ building, you have the Custom engineered
building using tapered
Conventional design
using hot rolled sections
beams and columns
added benefits of;
Flat Long
Less steel in your buildings.
Clever transport packing including detailed installation direction and component
identification.
Building components delivered pre-punched for fast and precise installation.
No on-site modification of primary and secondary structurals.
No on-site modification of roof cladding and ancillary flashings.
No on-site welding of flange braces.
No on-site measures required.
No readjusting cable bracing during erection to keep the building plumb and square.
Fewer exposed fasteners for greater watertightness.
A comprehensive complete building weathertight warranty*
When you erect a modular building system you save time, labour and minimise
on-site disputes due to no mixed liability; creating greater precision and long-term
building performance.
*Subject to conditions available on http://www.bluescopebuildings.com.au/buildings/warranty
 Contents
Frame to Column Connection 1
Brace Options 2
Flange Braces 4
Girt Connection 5
Purlin Bracing 6
Roof Panel Modularity 8
Standing Seam Roof Clip 9
Roof Seam 10
Roof Panel Splice 11
Roof Starter/Finish Panel 12
Roof Ridge 14
Gutter Installation 15
Guide to Butler™ Building Details Roof Curbs 16
This document outlines the major construction details associated Fasteners 17
with the erection of a Butler™ building. It specifies our approach to Skyweb 18
modularity and demonstrates how Butler™ buildings are SIMPLER, Hot Box 19
FASTER, and BETTER to erect. Labour Saving 20

simpler | faster | better

from concept to construction
Frame to Column Connection
from concept to construction

Multiple Options - Ease of Installation

The Butler™ system offers options for top or vertical bolting to suit
builder and site requirements.
By offering multiple options, the Butler™ system allows the erector to stage
the primary structural/bracing sequence to meet site requirements.
The Butler™ system top-bolted connection allows beam to rest on column.
Top bolted connection.

Vertical bolted connection.

Top bolted connection. Vertical bolted connection.

simpler | faster | better
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Brace options
from concept to construction

Multiple Options - Fewer Loose Parts

and Fewer Site Adjustments
Factory-welded brace clip connections are available with the Butler™ system.
Eliminate site bolting, reduce labour and assure greater precision.
Steel rods don’t stretch or deform during or after installation - saving time
and labour in replacements.
Rod bracing doesn’t require multiple tightening during erection. Simpler and faster to install.

The single channel brace replaces

the need of angle braces.
Factory-welded rod bracing to the column eliminates on-site bolting.
simpler | faster | better
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The first facility we built, in Melbourne, we built conventionally. But because we were time
limited with this job and spent more time in the initial design process than intended, we
crunched the building time. Even so, BlueScope Buildings delivered on time and on budget.
Stan Sackson, General Manager Construction
Linfox Property Group

The onestop-shop approach to

the design, fabrication and erection
produced a great result.
Steve Torta, Senior Project Manager
For a project of this scale BlueScope Buildings was, without any doubt, the best steel Kell & Rigby
contractor I have worked with, in Sydney, in the past 20 years. Their BUTLER™ building
system impresses because it saves time and money. From a builder’s perspective this
equates to increased productivity, while for the client it means lower costs and faster
occupancy. In fact, I’m looking forward to doing more work with BlueScope Buildings
in the future.
Claus Bredow, Project Manager
Total Construction
simpler | faster | better
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Flange Braces
from concept to construction

Standard Lengths - Faster and More

Economical Installation
The Butler™ system provides one flange brace that is customised by
varying the factory-punched hole locations in the beams. DIMENSION Y

ROOF BEAM/COLUMN

No on-site welding is required to connect Butler™ flange braces to long

span joists (truss purlins).
The Butler™ system requires no modification, cutting or coping of the PURLIN/GIRT
No on-site welding required.
flange braces at the web connection. USE (2) 12X45 GRADE 4.5
BOLT AND NUT ASSEMBLY
(810648)
BEND UP
FLANGE BRACE IF C–GIRT NEED FIELD DRILL
o13.5 HOLES AT GIRT

REV. DATE: REV. NO.:00

DETAIL CC001 SINGLE FLANGE BRACE CONNECTION

DIMENSION Y DIMENSION Y DIMENSION Y

ROOF BEAM/COLUMN ROOF BEAM

PURLIN/GIRT

PURLIN/GIRT

USE (2) 12X45 GRADE 4.5

BOLT AND NUT ASSEMBLY

BEND UP
(810648) BEND UP
FLANGE BRACE
BEND UP
FLANGE BRACE
The Butler™ system consolidates flange brace
IF C–GIRT NEED FIELD DRILL
FLANGE BRACE
o13.5 HOLES AT GIRT USE (4) 12X45 GRADE 4.6
BOLT AND NUT ASSEMBLY
IF C–GIRT NEED FIELD DRILL
o13.5 HOLES AT GIRT
lengths to simplify installation.
(810648)

REV. DATE:

Flange braces
DETAIL CC001
REV. NO.:00

utilise punched connection holes for bolted attachment.

SINGLE FLANGE BRACE CONNECTION simpler | faster | better
DIMENSION Y DIMENSION Y

ROOF BEAM
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PURLIN/GIRT
Girt connection
from concept to construction

Girt Cleat Option - Faster Installation and Fewer Parts

The system options allow the girt cleat to be bolted on-site or factory welded
to the column.
Pre-punched holes make for fast and accurate bolting on-site.
Girts can be by pass or flush.
C Channel or “core wall” girt can be used to support a non-load bearing tilt wall.
Butler™ design eliminates the girt channel at
exterior column locations and requires fewer parts.

Girt cleats can be bolted to the column on-site or

factory welded to the column.

The simple pre-punched system assures accuracy. simpler | faster | better

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Purlin Bracing
from concept to construction

Single Channel Brace - Simpler and Faster Installation

Single channel brace replaces the need for angle braces at a top
and bottom location.
Only a single drop pin is needed for channel brace installation.
Factory-punched alignment holes speed up installation.
No mechanical fasteners.
No on-site modifications (bending or cutting of parts).
No tools required. Factory punched alignment
holes speed up installation.

Channel brace is simpler and faster to install. simpler | faster | better

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 From a sustainability point of view our solution offered several advantages.
The structure we engineered required significantly less steel than a conventional
design and delivered cost savings for labour and materials.
Steve Torta, Senior Project Manager
Kell & Rigby

Anyone looking to build a major

structure should certainly consider
BlueScope Buildings and the Butler™
building system. It’s a good design
We had an established relationship with the BlueScope Company, Butler Buildings, in system that goes together well and
the United States as our designer. We have a particular way we want to see our buildings is backed by good support.
designed and constructed and it just made sense to partner with BlueScope down here in Stan Sackson, General Manager Construction
Australia. We didn’t want to reinvent the wheel. We just wanted to use designs and systems Linfox Property Group
that have been proven at Costco sites around the world over many years.
Patrick Noone, CEO
Costco Wholesale Australia simpler | faster | better
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Roof panel modularity
from concept to construction

No Special Parts, Tools, or Site Measuring

Factory-punched alignment holes speed installation of roof panels and trim.
No field measuring or modification of trims and closures required.
No modularity bar required.
Factory-punched roof structural to assure integrity of the MR-24™ roof
panel modularity and the installation is straight every time.
Once the building is plumb and square, all panels and components No tools required for roof set out.
install properly and without field modification.

Modularity assured with the punched

secondary structure.
Factory punching assures critical panel modularity so the
trims attach as designed—with a tight and leak-free fit-up. simpler | faster | better
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Standing Seam Roof Clip
from concept to construction

MR-24™ Roof Clip Installation - Simpler and Faster

MR-24™ roof clip only requires a single Scrubolt™ fastener.
Factory punched with an off-centred hole in the clip base to speed installation.
MR-24™ clip design allows for roof movement, while preventing the clip
from disengaging or binding up due to seam misalignment.
Thinner, smaller stainless steel tab allows for tighter seam—no leaks mean
no callbacks.
Clips are available in three sizes to eliminate the need for roof rack or roof
riser systems to accommodate insulation requirements.
Factory-installed tab-centring sleeves
require no on-site adjustment.

Only one Scrubolt™ fastener is

required to install an MR-24™ roof clip.
simpler | faster | better
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Roof Seam
from concept to construction

360º Double Lock Seam - Weathertight Protection

Foolproof single-pass double-lock seam means fewer callbacks.
Factory-applied sealant at site-rolled seam adds another layer of
weathertight protection.
Lifting and rotating of panel is not required to engage the seams.
Factory-notched seams at splices facilitate precise installation.
MR-24™ seams are roll formed, allowing them to stay weathertight MR-24™ double lock seamed on-site.
as opposed to crimped seams that might not.

MR-24™ roof system panels nest in the crating,

providing better protection for the seams.

360º double lock seam in action. simpler | faster | better

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Roof Panel Splice
from concept to construction

Weathertight, Fewer Fasteners, No Guesswork

Laps are located directly over the purlin and are fully supported.
Compression splice is comprised of factory-welded stainless steel
studs on a backup plate. Aluminium top strap with stainless steel hex
nuts provides added strength and protection.
Factory-welded studs in factory-punched locations on the panel reduce
labour and require fewer panel penetrations.
MR-24™ panels are simpler to splice.
Factory-notched panels eliminate site cutting
and measuring.
Precut-to-length tape for waterproofing.
No self-drilling screws means no metal
shavings to clean up.
Fewer fasteners.

Splices are centred over purlins for

easier installation and full support.

simpler | faster | better

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Roof Starter / Finish Panel
from concept to construction

Starter/Finish Panel - Standard Panel

Full-width panels are provided for the entire length of the building,
eliminating the need for site cutting of the panel.
The gable trim is seamed into the panel with no fastener
penetration along the length of the panel.
No additional rake support parts are required.

Standard ridge end cap at the start and finish.

Gable trim is seamed to the panel. Full length panels available. simpler | faster | better
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 We are happy with the steel solution. It has given us confidence our
future buildings in Australia can be economical but still fit in with the
planning requirements of local jurisdictions.
Patrick Noone, CEO
Costco Wholesale Australia

Everyone was wowed by their clear

space solution with its absence of
columns a completely column-free
area with space for 34 bowling lanes
The concept of the tapered beams and columns achieved exactly what – the largest continuous-lane bowling
we wanted on the Cahill Transport project, but more importantly it showed centre in Australia.
us what could be achieved in terms of savings on larger projects. Paul Dickman, Head Designer
Tony Buterin, Construction Manager Alitis Architecture
Vaughan Constructions

simpler | faster | better

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Roof Ridge
from concept to construction

Simpler and Faster to Install

Ridge cover pieces mean fewer splices and fasteners are required
Use of Lock-Rivet™ fasteners in factory-punched holes eliminates the need
for drilling.
Lock-Rivet™ fasteners create a solid clinched assembly that won’t loosen
with expansion and contraction.
No on-site work, site measuring, or site seaming is required.
Butler™ seam plug at the high end of the panel corrugation provides additional
weathertightness.

RIDGE COVER
300mm MAX
170mm MIN
FIBERGLASS INSULATION BUTLER MR-24 TM ROOF
AND VAPOR RETARDER SYSTEM WITH INSULATION

SKY-WEB FALL
PROTECTION & INSULATION CL
SUPPORT SYSTEM
FACTORY PUNCHED
TRUSS PURLIN No on-site measuring or seaming required.
INTERIOR RIDGE CLOSURE &
TRIM W/ FIBERGLASS PANEL STRAP
INSULATION

Fewer exposed fasteners along the ridge. simpler | faster | better

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Gutter Installation
from concept to construction

Installation is Simple and Fast

Factory-punched trim holes in panel and gutter speed installation and add precision.
Factory-punched eave members provide modularity with no measuring or
templates required.
Factory-punched aluminium top strap gives compression connection and precise
eave closure fit-up.
7.5m sections of roll-formed gutter enable fewer splices and fasteners.
Gutter sections have a factory-applied protective film to reduce scratches
during installation. Precise fit-up is maintained due
to factory punched system.

Closure is held in place by a single Scrubolt™ fastener. simpler | faster | better

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Roof Curbs
from concept to construction

Internal Flange Curbs - Faster Installation

and Superior Weathertightness
Uses fewer exposed fasteners, with stainless steel fasteners at the
front of diverter—all other fasteners are internal.
All-aluminium construction eliminates weld maintenance.
Heavy-gauge construction eliminates handling damage and weld breakage.
Complete kit includes factory-cut-to-length support channels.

Internal Flange curb.

With factory punching, gaps created by threaded fasteners are eliminated. simpler | faster | better
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Fasteners
from concept to construction

Butler™ Fasteners - Superior Performance

A Scrubolt™ fastener has 50% more pullout strength and 62% more shear
strength than a self-drilling screw.
Using industry test values, a Scrubolt™ fastener installs three times faster than
a standard self-drilling screw.
Lock-Rivet™ fasteners create a tight connection to eliminate leaks.
Neither Lock-Rivet™ fasteners nor Scrubolt™ fasteners produce steel shavings
that require cleanup or maintenance.

ButlerTM Fasteners are specified

for their superior performance.

ButlerTM fasteners do not produce steel shavings. simpler | faster | better

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Sky web ®
from concept to construction

Permanent Safety System

Sky Web®provides a fall protection when working at heights.
Sky Web®forms passive resistance from falls and from falling objects.
Once in place Sky Web®remains a part of the roof system with an
aesthetically pleasing finish.
As a support mechanism for insulation, Sky Web® allows full effectiveness
of the insulation. Sky Web® provides fall protection.
When Sky Web® is used in combination with the taller clip, Section J can
be achieved without the use of a roof rack or roof riser.

Sky Web®doubles as a support mechanism for

insulation and allows it to hang to be fully effective.

Sky Web® is easy to install and protects all on-site. simpler | faster | better
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Hot Box
from concept to construction

Researched using Hot Box Testing

A test for real world insulation for accurate results and BCA compliance.
Extreme temperature difference between internal and external
Over an 8-12 hour period 300 sensors measure the;
• Temperature • Airflow
• Humidity • Energy consumption

Your Butler Builder™ can provide extremely accurate estimates of your building’s
heating and cooling energy consumption to give you maximum energy-efficiency.

Hot Box testing.

simpler | faster | better

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Additional Labour Saving Features
Butler™ products and services Functional packaging and crating
are designed for faster and more provided for roof and wall panel
economical installation. staging and sequencing.
Pre-shipment documents, including Structurals, bundles, and crates
per-order erection drawings and are bar coded to ensure complete
parts manifest, allow for early and accurate deliveries.
review - saving valuable field time. Availability of technical support
Time-tested material crating and training.
techniques that help protect
materials while in transit. Crating allows for tight stacking,
Smart Parts - new method to measuring 60cm wide.
Framed openings provided with
factory-cut jambs, girts, etc., identify parts and their specified
eliminate costly field work. location allows for better staging
and faster installation.
Smart Parts - a new method of
identifying parts facilitates better
staging and installation.
Roof Runner®seaming machine
maintenance provided.

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To find out more about the Butler™ system or to find
your Butler Builder™ contact us on 1800 213 423 or
visit our website www.bluescopebuildings.com.au

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BlueScope Steel Limited
simpler | faster | better
Butler is a trademark of BlueScope Steel | ABN 16 000 011 058 from concept to construction