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Cold-Formed Steel and Roll-Forming Interview with Don Allen
New Opportunities and Trends in Cold-Formed Steel Building with SteelCase StudiesCommercial Structures

New Opportunities and Trends in Cold-Formed Steel

Cold-formed steel (CFS) has become a critical material in modern construction, particularly in mid-rise and modular space. Renowned for its strength, sustainability, and versatility, cold-formed steel has found its place in the building industry. One of the leading voices, Don Allen, P.E., S.E., LEEP AP, Executive Director of the Steel…
March 12, 2025
Steel Homes
Steel Homes: An Affordable Solution to the Housing Crisis Building with SteelResidential ProjectsSteel Frame

Steel Homes: An Affordable Solution to the Housing Crisis

In this article we address the rising construction costs, labor shortages, and environmental factors, alongside insurance and sustainability topics and how cold-formed steel homes are a solution to the global housing crisis. Global Housing Challenges The global housing crisis has been intensifying, characterized by a significant rise in homelessness, particularly…
February 24, 2025
Steel Framing vs Wood Framing
Comparing Steel Vs Wood Framing | Why Steel Is Better Building with SteelCase StudiesSteel Frame

Comparing Steel Vs Wood Framing | Why Steel Is Better

The framing industry frequently debates steel vs wood framing. Indeed, framing plays a vital role in buildings, whether residential, commercial, or industrial, as it includes both structural and non-structural components. Additionally, builders can choose from various options to fabricate structural entities, including innovative composite materials that combine wood with steel.…
February 24, 2025
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SPACE GASS Now Includes Scottsdale Sections For Spectacular Engineering Building with SteelNewsProductsSoftwareSteel FrameUncategorized

SPACE GASS Now Includes Scottsdale Sections For Spectacular Engineering

Scottsdale Construction Systems transforms the industry with SPACE GASS integration, for section properties in steel structure software. Our rollformers produce different structural cold-formed steel members and are used in various buildings. Section properties, which are critical for structural analysis and design, are seamlessly included in our ScotSteel and ScotStruct software…
February 18, 2025
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How To Design Inexpensive Cold-Formed Steel Commercial Buildings the Right Way Building with SteelCommercial StructuresProductsScottsdale MachinesSteel Frame

How To Design Inexpensive Cold-Formed Steel Commercial Buildings the Right Way

Typically, builders construct commercial buildings such as warehouses and sheds as portal-shaped rigid or semi-rigid framed structures, where the frames spaced parallel to the line of action resist lateral forces in the plane of action. Builders generally use these types of structures as warehouses, storage structures, carports, industrial sheds, agricultural…
February 10, 2025
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Steel Codes and Proven Innovations to Empower Construction in America Building with SteelEvents

Steel Codes and Proven Innovations to Empower Construction in America

Steel Codes and Industry Standards Don Allen, P.E., S.E., brings over three decades of expertise in cold-formed steel (CFS) framing, a material that continues to gain traction in construction projects around the world. Allen’s extensive experience spans across key global markets including the United States, Rome, and Nigeria, contributing to…
February 6, 2025
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Steel Frame House: A Complete Guide to Best Engineering Practices Building with SteelOperationsResidential ProjectsSoftwareSteel Frame

Steel Frame House: A Complete Guide to Best Engineering Practices

Steel frame houses are gaining popularity worldwide because they offer significant advantages, such as a high strength-to-weight ratio, non-combustibility, faster construction times, improved quality control, and superior finishes. As a result, more builders are shifting away from traditional timber-framed construction, which not only enhances sustainability but also promotes the use…
January 30, 2025
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Learning & Networking in the World of Cold-Formed Steel Framing Building with SteelEventsNewsSupport Services

Learning & Networking in the World of Cold-Formed Steel Framing

The Need for a Steel Framing Conference: Immersing in the Future of Construction The steel framing industry is growing rapidly, but there’s still a significant gap when it comes to in-depth, hands-on learning opportunities. Many conferences touch on the topic of Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) but never truly dive into it.…
January 29, 2025
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The Complete Cold-Formed Steel Design Guide: All You Need to Know Building with SteelSoftwareSteel Frame

The Complete Cold-Formed Steel Design Guide: All You Need to Know

Cold-Formed Steel (CFS), also known as Light Gauge Steel (LGS), experiences various buckling modes, including local, global, and distortional buckling, with the interaction between these modes often playing a critical role in the failure of light gauge steel members. To accurately predict the strength of cold-formed steel members, engineers must…
January 23, 2025
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Furring Channels: Ultimate Guide to Benefits and Uses Building with SteelProductsScottsdale MachinesSteel Frame

Furring Channels: Ultimate Guide to Benefits and Uses

Jump to Section Background and Overview Furring Channels Resilient Furring Channels Furring Channels: Applications and Use Cases Installation of Furring Channels Strength Prediction and Buckling Modes Building Standards and Their Guidelines on Furring Channels How Can I Use Furring Channels in My Next Project Cold-formed steel framing is an essential…
January 10, 2025
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