Using shear walls in conjunction with steel framing and metal studs allows for a 100% steel frame building of up to 10 floors. In areas… Read More »Steel Framing: Shear Wall with X Bracing, engineering and building details
This article will discuss engineering, exterior wall sizing, floor systems, and wall assemblies for steel framed mid-rise buildings. Light-gauge steel (LGS) also known as steel framing… Read More »How to Build 100% Steel Framed Mid-Rise Buildings
Metal stud prices are on the rise as of November 2023. Steel mills that have reopened after a maintenance period are securing higher rates for… Read More »Structural & Drywall Metal Stud Prices – South US November 2023