Steel Stud Wall Framing Details

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Steel stud wall framing details.

Steel framing offers marketing advantages because consumers recognize steel as a superior framing product for its fundamental characteristics. Nl3 corner framing detail nl4 slammer stud detail nl5 window opening framing detail nl6 door opening framing detail nl7 non load bearing opening nl8 non load bearing wall parallel to joist roofs rafters joists. We see what the future for walls holds and we are acting on it with steel framing products that perform as a system backed by intelligent design tools and fully capable engineering services. Steel framing systems lightweight wind bearing studs in curtain wall construction the weight of the wall affects the proportioning and cost of the spandrel beams the columns the footings and in earthquake zones the lateral load resisting members.

We are aggressively working on updating the hundreds of cold formed framing details located in the cad library with updated product information. Contact clarkdietrich technical services at 888 437 3244 for any questions on these details or if you. These products should not be used in design or construction without an independent evaluation by a qualified engineer or architect to verify the suitability. Long term maintenance costs are reduced because steel.

No longer just a division between space. Compare the weight of 150 mm steel stud and drywall versus 150 mm normal weight masonry back. It s a light type of construction while a heavy type uses bricks and concrete. Call 509 343 9019 for dwg files.

No longer just studs tracks and headers. 2x4 stands for a system using 2 inch by 4 inch studs made out of wood or steel. Steel framing is easier to handle because steel studs weigh 1 less than wood studs and can be installed at 4 on center. 3 625 in w x 120 in l x 1 25 in d prostud 3 5 8 25 ga galvanized steel metal stud.

The details contained in this document are intended as a general guide for using steel stud manufacturers association ssma member products. Ssma standard cad details. Scafco products cad details. On the floor lay out and mark the location of the wall fasten the steel track photo 2 and then locate the position of the ceiling track using a plumb bob or a level held against a steel stud.

The best technique for framing steel walls is to first fasten the floor and ceiling tracks and then install the studs one at a time.