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RIDGE VENTS
Smarter Airflow Management for Your Butler Steel Building
The Right Ridge Vent for Every Butler Building Application
Proper ventilation is one of the most critical and most overlooked components of any commercial or industrial steel building. Without it hot air builds up in summer, condensation forms in winter, and the result is rust, mold, deteriorated insulation and costly product damage inside your facility.
Butler Building Roof Ridge Vents solve all of that. Running continuously along the ridge of your Butler building roof they create a natural airflow path that keeps your building interior comfortable, dry and protected year round. Available in throat sizes from 4 inches all the way up to 48 inches with custom lengths available for any project requirement.
Benefits of Butler Insulation System
Continuous Ridge Vents
Butler Building Roof Ridge Vents are available with or without dampers giving you full control over airflow based on your facility’s specific operational needs. Pull chains are the standard operator for dampered units with multiple damper operator options available for installations using two or more units. Standard ridge ventilators ship with a 1:12 end cap and can be easily field modified to accommodate roof pitches up to 6:12. For Butler buildings with roof pitches greater than 6:12 custom ordered ventilators are available to match your exact roof specifications.
Standard Sizes
9″ throat and 12″ throat available in 10′ sections. Low profile design can be used for a single unit or continuous run installation with no disassembly.
Other throat sizes available include 4″, 15″, 18″, 24″, 30″, 36″, 42″ and 48″ options. For custom lengths or throat sizes, please contact us.
Removes hot stale and contaminated air
Continuously pushes out hot stale and contaminated air through the ridge while drawing fresh outside air in at the lower building openings keeping your facility environment clean and safe.
Integral Dampers
Easy-moving dampers open to any degree, from fully open to completely closed.
Design
Aerodynamically proportioned to exclude weather. Protects air passages and full outlet area.
Bird Screen
Vents are fully protected by bird screen mesh galvanized hardware cloth.
Construction
Durable 26-gauge exterior, combined with internal components of 24, 20 and 18-gauge die formed sheet metal and machined parts for a long service life.
Metallic Products also offers welded large throat vents, available in multiple sizes.
Finish
Galvalume finish is standard, but other colors — including Kynar® — are available upon request.
Drainage Area
Both wind bands feature a continuous slot on the bottom for easy drainage.
Note: Please specify flat or die formed skirts, roof pitch, damper operation and color when ordering.
Specification Table
| Throat Size | Section Length | Damper Option | Custom Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 9" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 12" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 15" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 18" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 24" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 30" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 36" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 42" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| 48" | 10ft sections | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
⚠️ Custom throat sizes and lengths available upon request. Contact us for project specific requirements.
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Butler-Cote Metal Panel Colors
Butler Cote colors are engineered for long term performance, with exceptional fade and chalk resistance that outlasts conventional paint systems. Cool Colors meet Title 24 energy standards and support LEED certification, giving your building proven longevity and a finish that protects your investment for decades.
Gable trim, eave trim, gutter and downspouts included.
Cool Solar White
Cool Igloo White
Cool Ivory White
Cool Birch White
Cool Shell Gray
Cool Country Wheat
Cool Desert Beige
Cool Gray Stone
Cool Emerald Green
Cool Ocean Blue
Cool Majestic Blue
Cool Brick Red
Cool Harvest
Cool Onyx Black
Cool Marsh Green
Cool Palm Green
Cool Solar White
Cool Birch White
Cool Shell Gray
Cool Country Wheat
Cool Emerald Green
Cool Gray Stone
Cool Majestic Blue
Cool Marsh Green
Cool Ocean Blue
Not formulated for exterior use.
Light Gray
Igloo White
Interior White
Cool Marsh Green
Selected color
Frequently Asked Questions
Still deciding if a Butler building is right for your project? Here’s what most builders ask us before they get started.
Still have questions?
Talk to a real person. Call our Pro Desk Expert Line or request a callback.
What makes a Butler building different from other metal buildings?
Butler has been engineering steel buildings for over 125 years, and AM Star is an authorized Butler distributor, not a reseller of generic components. Every building you get through us uses genuine Butler engineered parts, backed by Butler’s manufacturing standards.
Can I customize the size and layout of my building?
Yes. Butler buildings are engineered to your exact specifications, size, use, and site requirements, whether that’s a small workshop or a large industrial facility. Our team works with you from initial design through structural engineering to make sure it fits your project.
How much does a Butler building cost?
Pricing depends on size, building type, durability grade, and site conditions, so there’s no single number that fits every project. Request a quote and we’ll get you accurate pricing fast, tailored to your specific building.
How long does the process take, from quote to finished building?
Timelines vary by project scope and current fabrication schedules. Once you request a quote, we’ll give you a realistic timeframe based on your specific building and location.
Do you handle engineering and permitting?
Yes. Every Butler building is engineered to meet local codes and structural requirements, with stamped drawings provided for permitting, backed by Butler’s manufacturing standards.
What's the difference between a Butler building and a barndominium?
A barndominium is one type of building you can build using Butler’s steel building system, combining residential living space with a metal building structure. It uses the same engineered components and durability standards as our other building types.
What if I'm not building new, I just need parts or repairs?
We also supply genuine Butler parts and components for repairs, replacements, or expansions, no need to order a full building. Browse our parts catalog or contact us directly.
How do I get started?
Request a quote and tell us about your project, building type, size, and timeline. We’ll follow up with accurate pricing and next steps, no pressure, no runaround.
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