Light Gauge Steel Floor Joists

This is in contrast to thicker hot rolled sections that are shaped while the steel is molten hot.

Light gauge steel floor joists.

Light gauge steel construction is very similar to wood framed construction in principle the wooden framing members are replaced with thin steel sections. Ship to store free. Provide a lightweight low cost rigid floor assembly c joist components provide an economical lightweight alternative to open web trusses bar joists engineered lumber cast in place or hollow core floor assemblies. Our products include structural lightweight steel framing lsf non loadbearing steel framing drywall trims and accessories ceiling grid comslab composite floor system and vinyl and paper faced metal bead.

2 variations available prostud 2 1 2 25 gauge drywall interior galvanized steel wall framing stud. Add to list click to add item prostud 1 5 8 25 gauge interior galvanized steel wall framing stud to your list. Most contractors are familiar with the light gauge steel studs and track you can buy at lumberyards and drywall supply houses. The steel sections used here are called cold formed sections meaning that the sections are formed or given shape at room temperature.

Bailey manufacturing facilities are located in vancouver calgary edmonton. Heavy duty joists for tough floors steeler floor joists are built to last with thick gauge steel and wide webs. Compared with wood steel framing is lightweight so it s also far less tiring to work with. For reference though it won t span anywhere near as far as the steel a similarly sized piece of wet southern pine weighs around 100 pounds.

These studs are usually 25 gauge steel with 1 1 4 inch flanges and are intended for non load bearing applications such as partition walls. The joist also features a series of smaller holes for electrical and technology lines. Structural track usually in the same gauge as the. Conveniently placed knock outs strengthen the joist and allow for easy hvac plumbing and electrical work.

Products for commercial and residential construction. Click to add item prostud 2 1 2 25 gauge drywall interior galvanized. Depending on loads and spans c joists are typically spaced at 12 16 19 2 or 24 on center spacing. Select store buy.

For example a 20 foot long 10 inch deep 16 gauge steel joist weighs a little over 40 pounds. Steel joists offer consistent time tested performance without the concern of changes in size or stability. Totaljoist will save you time and money and provide efficiencies in installation. The premier floor joist system for both commercial and residential framing tradeready steel joists are one of the primary components that make up the tradeready floor system.

Light gauge steel framing is easily assembled with c joist components which are economical lightweight and come conveniently pre cut. With the superior strength and structural integrity of steel totaljoist is the most accommodating joist in the floor framing industry. Unlike wood steel framing is non combustible and also resists warping rotting and insect damage.