by Structural News | May 26, 2014 | CFS, Design, Software |
We discussed in previous articles some of the advantages of Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) over other systems. In this article, we are going to discuss a unique software that is used only to design CFS. This software is called the Steel Smart System or SSS. The software is...
by Structural News | May 8, 2014 | Building Products, CFS, Product Development, Structures |
Cold-formed steel (CFS) is non-combustible, which reduces the risk of property loss during construction and over the life of the structure. Reduced risk of property loss leads to lower insurance premiums for builders and owners. In fact, builders who use steel framing...
by Structural News | May 5, 2014 | Building Products, CFS |
Cold-formed steel (CFS) is becoming widely used in a lot of applications. It is used in buildings, automobiles, equipment, home and office furniture, storage racks, highway products, drainage facilities, and bridges. Its popularity can be related to the ease of mass...
by Structural News | Jul 12, 2012 | Building Products, CFS, Connections, Design, Product Development |
Cold-formed steel (CFS) framing is a clear and viable solution to 21st century structural needs. As the system becomes increasingly popular, it becomes more and more important to ensure all components of a CFS structure meet and exceed code standards. End connections...