Light Gauge Metal Framing Wall Section

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Light gauge metal framing wall section. Steel framing is not as biodegradable as wood. Light gauge steel meeting the physical and galvanization requirements of a s t m. The steel sections used here are called cold formed sections meaning that the sections are formed or given shape at room temperature. Selecting the correct size and thickness will depend primarily on the spacing of the framing members and the height of the wall.

Dss light gauge steel sections. A metal stud is ductile and therefore. Pages 10 and 11 drywall steel sections ltd dssl contents. Light gauge steel construction is very similar to wood framed construction in principle the wooden framing members are replaced with thin steel sections.

All dss sections. Cold formed light gauge c shaped framing members for axial loadbearing walls curtain walls tall interior partitions floor joists and roof truss assemblies. Light gauge metal framing used for interior wall partitions comes in various shapes thicknesses sizes and finishes. The galvanization process reduces the risk of corrosion to the absolute minimum compared.

W1 schematic of typical wall framing w2 wall framing elevation w3 wall to foundation w4 wall to foundation. Allowable stud deflection for curtain wall framing is actually for determining what is an acceptable deflection for the wall facing materials. Each of these components has a specific function in the wall assembly. B shape and dimensions as shown at left.

Light steel framing lsf product information tel 44 0 1384 412448 fax 44 0 1384 410494. This is in contrast to thicker hot rolled sections that are shaped while the steel is molten hot. Lightweight steel framing wall stud floor joist load tables t h e s t r e n g t h w i t h i n canadian strength. Mf ceiling system and wall liner system.

Manufactured in accordance with bs en 10326 2004 in s450 gd z275 material grade.