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4.4 | Steel Stud FramingCode Approval: Steel stud construction complies withResidential Building Codes.Affordability: Though the initial cost of the studs andtracks may be comparable to wood stud framing, there areadditional costs to consider such as additional electricalcosts to comply with code and the use of thicker drywall.Coastal Considerations: One main issue can be thecorrosion of the studs from contact with improper tools,which can cause chips or breaks in the protective coating.This can be avoided by using the proper installation toolsand procedures.GULF COAST AVAILABILITY /LOCAL MANUFACTURERS(Fig. 17) Steel studs come in a variety of sizes, most of which arecomparable to wood studs.••PowerBilt Steel Buildings, Inc.Universal Steel Corp.Gulf Coast availability of steel studs is limited but manystores are able to place orders to out of state manufacturers.The following are some manufacturers in the region:• Allsteel & Gypsum Products Inc., Ft. Lauderdale, FLhttp://www.allsteelproducts.com/• Craco Manufacturing, Inc. York, SC.http://www.cracometals.com• Steel Construction Systems. Orlando, FL.http://www.steelconsystems.com• Southeastern Stud & Components, Inc., Montgomery,AL.• The Formetal Co., Inc., Forest Park, GA• The Steel Network. Durham, NC.http://steelnetwork.com
Engineered Floor Trusses | 4.5Engineered Floor TrussesOverview: Commonly used in residential construction,engineered wood floor trusses allow for much greaterspans than conventional lumber. Manufactured off site ina controlled environment, their precision and consistentquality are major advantages. Additionally, open webtrusses allow for utilities to run in either direction withoutthe need for on-site cutting. Engineered wood floortrusses are typically constructed in an open-web designconsisting of mostly 2x4 lumber connected at joints withmetal plates. 14As a non-combustible alternative to the wood floor truss,engineered steel floor trusses are already being used inmany commercial and multi-unit residential applications.They have yet to significantly infiltrate the single-familyhome market.(Fig. 18) Floor trusses allow for utilities to run perpendicular within theconfines of the structure.INSTALLATIONConstruction Process: Because they are built tospecification, engineered floor trusses are delivered asan entire floor package. Trusses can save time and arerelatively easy to install. Installation details provided bythe manufacturers should be followed closely and will befamiliar to a skilled construction crew. Steel trusses shouldbe assembled by a crew with a knowledge of steel frameassemblies.Speed of Construction: The main advantage of usinga truss system is speed. With pre-cut and engineeredsteel trusses, the on-site labor for a house can be reducedgreatly with a skilled construction crew.Delivery Method: Floor trusses are ordered and deliveredby a manufacturer to the site as a complete package,typically on a flatbed semi-trailer.Required Equipment: Standard framing tools are theonly tools necessary; larger trusses become unwieldy and(Fig. 19) Trusses are assembled in a manufacturing plant.
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App. I | Insuring HomesI. Insuring
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App. II | Energy Efficiency in Home
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App. II | Energy Efficiency in Home
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App. IV | Further ResearchIV. Furth
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