There is a lot more to the appropriate selection of coil for light-gauge steel construction than just yield strength. Material strength is only one component of the selection criteria carefully specified by the applicable design standard, such as AISI S100. Specifically, parameters such as tensile strength, ductility, and the type coating are key ingredients of the competitive advantage the constructional steel holds over other inferior materials such as lumber.
The properties of steel are carefully controlled through the chemical content of the material with great precision. To assure the expected level of performance, it is important to specify, purchase, and fabricate framing with the standardized material. The leading world standards, such as ASTM, AS, EN, BS, and JIS posses a high level of correlation with respect to light gage material, allowing for a global aproach with respect to supply chain strategies in material sourcing. More is provided by Department of Industry, Science and Resources of Australian Government (https://lnkd.in/dC_xrgSW).
Therefore, do not be fooled by those that claim that every 50 ksi light-gauge material is made equal and suitable for construction.
Scottsdale develops roll former machinery optimized for all the global markets and standards, and all of its equipment platforms, including Scotpanel, Scottruss, KFS, KFD, and KSE. We can also supply you with high-quality steel.
With our robust relationships with global mills, you can be assured of high-quality standard-compliant light-gage sheathing coil, regardless of the market, whether you are panelizing, rolling stud and track, or producing standing seam roof panels using our roll forming machinery.
Contact us at rollformers@scottsdalesteelframes.info, call at 1 (888) 406-2080, or visit https://www.scottsdalesteelframes.com/ for more information if you are looking for standard-compliant light gauge coil, roll forming equipment, or both.
