Specifications - Lord and Son Construction, Inc.

2.3 STEEL FRAMING FOR FRAMED ASSEMBLIES
A. Steel Studs and Runners: ASTM C 645.
1. Double 20 gage stud framing at all openings including door and view panels.
2. 20 gauge at 16” o.c. for tile backer board locations
3. 22 gauge at 16" o.c. for other locations.
4. Use 18 gauge for all runners.
5. Provide “flex track” at all curved wall locations.
B. Slip-Type Head Joints: Where indicated or at a minimum where required by the
Steel Stud Manufacturers Association (SSMA), provide the following:
1. Double-Runner System: ASTM C 645 top runners, inside runner with 2-inch
deep flanges in thickness not less than indicated for studs and fastened to
studs, and outer runner sized to friction fit inside runner.
2. Deflection Track: Steel sheet top runner manufactured to prevent cracking of
finishes applied to interior partition framing resulting from deflection of
structure above; in thickness not less than indicated for studs and in width to
accommodate depth of studs.
C. Hat-Shaped, Rigid Furring Channels: ASTM C 645.
1. Minimum Base Metal Thickness: 25 gauge
2. Depth: 1-1/2 inches unless otherwise noted.
2.4 STEEL FRAMING ACCESSORIES
A. Fasteners for Metal Framing: Of type, material, size, corrosion resistance, holding
power, and other properties required to fasten steel members to substrates.
B. Provide stud manufacturer's standard clips, shoes, ties, reinforcement, and other
accessories as needed for a complete partition framing system.
2.5 AUXILIARY MATERIALS
A. General: Provide auxiliary materials that comply with referenced installation
standards and manufacturer's written recommendations.
B. Steel Drill Screws: ASTM C 1002, unless otherwise indicated.
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