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Buildings that make sense.

Serving North America FromWayne, Maine

Authorized Distributor of ThermaSteel

The goal of Dandelion Wood is an informed design/build team equipped to take full advantage of the thermal, structural and logistical benefits of ThermaSteel. Dedication to excellent communication from the very beginning and attention to detail all along the way will provide the framework for the advantages of a ThermaSteel building within a professional construction process.

Call Pete Brosey [email protected]

www.dandelionwood.com

Dandelion Wood34 Kents Hill RoadWayne, ME 04284

http://www.dandelionwood.com/

Buildings that make sense.

Authorized distributor ThermaSteel is a

manufacturer of pre-insulated steel framing

components offering superior insulation, strength and

speed of assembly. Dandelion Wood estimates are

free. Each project is manufactured individually by

ThermaSteel Corporation in Radford, VA and shipped

to the job site for assembly. Dandelion Wood is an

authorized distributor of ThermaSteel aiding in

technical assistance starting with the design process

right through completion of the project. We're located

in Wayne, Maine and serve clients in all of North

America.

The product itself ThermaSteel pre-insulated,

steel stud, wall, roof, ceiling and sheathing panels are

manufactured up to 4' wide and 12' tall and combine to

achieve greater heights. They come in standard 3 1/2",

4",5 1/2" and 7 1/2" thickness. The panels assemble

in metal track and are then finished inside and out with

standard materials. The steel studs provide 3 1/2" of

screwing surface every 12”, 16" or 24" on center.

Engineering solutions can be determined to

accommodate your specific design specifications. The

panel provides steel framing, insulation, sheathing and

vapor barrier.

What you offer your client The utility

savings for heating and cooling will save the client

precious resources. No shrinking, checking, twisting

studs. No ants (carpenter), termites, rot or mildew.

ThermaSteel offers hurricane panels (5 1/2" and 7 1/2"

thickness)designed specifically for hurricane zone

codes.

The basic time line 1: Send a copy of the

prints to Dandelion Wood (mail or ship a full set of

prints or a CAD file could be emailed)

2: The client will be given an estimate based on the

surface area of the exterior walls, number of openings

and roof or ceiling panels.

3: With the clients approval and an initial deposit, the

drawings are sent to ThermaSteel.

4: The client's second deposit begins production.

5: After the order is manufactured and the client sends

the final payment the project will be shipped directly to

location.

6: Dandelion Wood is then the technical resource to

complete the assembly of the project. Technical

support is provided and on site instruction for the

contractor.

Questions Please contact Pete Brosey by way of

email: [email protected]

Cell phone(207)233-7406

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ThermaSteel Structural Panels

Common Uses ThermaSteel panels have

structural properties that make them an

excellent energy efficient solution for critical

areas of the building shell:

Walls

Roof

Floor

Ceiling

Concrete forms

Sheathing

Listed with the International Code Council,

ThermaSteel is a great fit to accomplish

house wrap, sheathing, framing, insulation

and vapor barrier in one step for residential,

commercial and industrial projects.

When Energy Matters ThermaSteel is an

energy star partner providing

products that help designers,

builders and owners achieve

energy savings as energy costs continue to

increase. These savings translate to lower

operating costs and then lower loans based

on higher profits or lower cost of living. In

addition to the upfront dollar savings the long

term benefits of a dedication to clean, green

buildings will set ThermaSteel buildings out in

the future. After decades of performance are

considered these structures will stand out as

buildings that make sense!

ThermaSteel Standard Panels

Standard Panels ThermaSteel standard

panels come in common construction sizes

which eases manufacturing and stocking

which in turn drops the price dramatically and

increases service tremendously! The panels

are shipped to the job site where they are cut

and assembled to the desired specifications

on site.

Standard sizes: 4' x 8', 10' or 12'

Thickness: 3 1/2”, 4”, 5 1/2” and 7 1/2”

Stud spacing: 16”, 24” or 12”

Gauge of steel: 18, 20, 24

Acceptable Framing Standard It is

important to develop a framing standard that

is accepted by all those involved concerning

the assembly of window and door openings,

inside and outside corners, wall lengths, etc.

This begins with the design or layout process

where there are unique possibilities brought

by ThermaSteel. The Drop Method and the

Cut In Method are two possible strategies to

address assembly of standard panels and

constructing openings. Framing with standard

panels can be incorporated with factory

manufactured walls and traditional framing.

As these systems are being determined it is

important to consider the building as a

complete system. The exterior moisture

plane and interior or exterior vapor barrier

need to remain continuous. For some

projects exterior sheathing and moisture

plane (building wrap) are the best way to

assure the benefits of framing with

ThermaSteel standard panels are not

compromised.

Drop Method The Drop Method “drops”

into place panels with openings 40” or less.

Cut in Method The Cut in Method

combines full panels and ripped panels to

complete the shell. Openings are then “Cut

in” at the appropriate locations and framed

sufficiently to support load.

ThermaSteel Standard Panels – Drop Method

Drop Method One possible method to

start an acceptable framing system is called

the drop method. This method is similar to

that used by ThermaSteel when designing

custom factory framed projects. Rough

openings equal to or less then 40” are cut into

a single standard panel and reinforced. As

long as the opening is not less then 11” from

the top and the load on the panel does not

exceed the panel limitations the openings

most likely do not require a header. These

panels are then “dropped” into place where

ever this particular opening is required.

Openings greater then 40” are supported with

a ThermaSteel Insulheader spanning two jack

and king stud

assemblies or similar

support. Wall ends are

then completed with

corner metal or wood.

The space between openings is filled with a

combination of full and ripped panels that

complete the particular wall. This is an

especially advantageous method for buildings

with many openings. If used carefully this

method also retains the vapor and moisture

plane properties of the ThermaSteel panels.

Metal track, attachment plates, end metal,

corner metal, etc. are used according to

ThermaSteel's Best Practices to complete a

project that realizes the benefits of

ThermaSteel and the benefits of standard

panels. This is one method that can be used

for a complete project or along with factory

manufactured walls or traditional framing.

ThermaSteel Standard Panels – Cut in Method

Cut in Method A similar possible method

to start an acceptable framing system is

called the Cut in method. This method

combines full panels and ripped panels to

complete the exterior shell. Openings are

then “Cut in” at the appropriate locations and

framed sufficiently with wood and/or steel to

support load. This method completes the

building shell very quickly. It is especially

advantageous for buildings where a fast

insulated shell is desired such as in cold

weather construction where the building is to

be heated to keep frost out. Full panels are

assembled to make up the wall and a panel is

ripped to finish the wall. Wood and or corner

steel then creates the outside corner. An

acceptable system of framing window and

door openings will need to be carefully

chosen to insure that any openings that are

not entirely within one panel are properly

framed to support load.

These openings may look very similar to

traditional framing with a king and jack stud

assembly that is nailed to a bottom and

double top plate. The header can be

traditionally framed with lumber or a

ThermaSteel Insulheader. As these

assemblies are determined it is important that

the exterior moisture plane and vapor barrier

remain continuous. For some framing

solutions, exterior sheathing and moisture

plane (building wrap) are the best way to

assure the benefits of framing with

ThermaSteel standard panels are not

compromised.

Sample Benefit Summary

Operating Costs The performance of a ThermaSteel building can be projected in terms of operating cost or cost of living as compared to other structural systems. A benefit summary can be arranged hinging on a few critical numbers. The projected operating cost to heat and cool the building is broken down to per square foot of conditioned space. The cost to upgrade to ThermaSteel over another system will depend on factors such as labor cost, materials being compared and other systems that are effected by an energy efficient shell. Heating and cooling equipment may be downsized contributing to lower bottom line cost. The numbers speak for themselves:

Summary of the operating cost Benefits of a ThermaSteel building Owner's Portion

Square feet of conditioned Space: 13200 6000

$1.10Annual operating cost to heat and cool owner's portion: $6,600.00

Annual Savings: $3,300.00

3.2

Estimated square foot cost to step up to ThermaSteel: $0.80 $10,560.00

Annual Savings:$1.10 $3,300.00$1.20 $3,600.00$1.30 $3,900.00$1.40 $4,200.00$1.50 $4,500.00

Estimated square foot operating cost to heat and cool annually based on the traditional construction (steel studs with fiberglass insulation):

By stepping up to ThermaSteel this building will realize savings cutting the operating cost to heat and cool by at least ½ that of Traditional construction.

Number of years to break even on the cost to step up to ThermaSteel:

After the step up cost is recaptured, the annual savings are pocketed and the savings increase as operating cost increase.Annual square foot operating cost to heat and cool the owner's portion of the building.

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 The THERMASTEEL™ panel is a combination of expanded polystyrene core andgalvanized steel “C” channel studs. The panel has load bearing, sound transmission,thermal insulation, and vapor barrier characteristics. This manual outlines the propermethods for construction of buildings using the panel. In order to obtain the fulleffectiveness of the characteristics of the system, the directions found in this manualmust be observed.1.2 Drawings and Element Numbers. Builders should study the appropriate drawingsbefore beginning construction and assembly. If shop drawings are provided byTHERMASTEEL™ they show an element number for each panel in the floor plan.This element number appears on the top end of each panel. Panel drawings areviewed from the exterior. Note that the exterior face of each panel has the logo (ifprovided) and leading edge overlap metal.

2. ASSEMBLY

2.1 Sequence of Assembly. Unload the container at the job site. Stack the panels for eachfloor so that they are in the necessary sequence for erection. Protect panels from highwinds and sharp impact. Panels are usually set starting at one corner of the buildingand proceeding in a counter-clockwise fashion.2.2 Preparation of the Foundation. First verify that dimensions of the slab or subfloor arein accordance with contract documents and coordinate with shop drawings. Thesedimensions should be within the tolerances stipulated by the design professionaland/or by good construction practices. Locate conduit stub-ups (if any) and drillholes in base plate.The panels are attached to the foundation using 2x wood plates or steel channel trackwith anchor bolts or powder shot pins. Steel track shall be set in a waterproof inhibitorsuch as roofing felt, foam tape, etc. Size and spacing of anchors shall be determinedby a design professional based on building code requirements.Caulk and set baseplates or track to building dimensions and secure to the slab orsubfloor using anchors as per the design drawings. Be sure the plates are level and thecorners are square. If the foundation is not level, shim and grout with cement to obtaina level baseplate (track). Do NOT try to obtain a level wall by shimming the panels.Once the bottom baseplates (track) are set and level, verify each panel dimensionalong the baseplate. Nail or screw attachment plates to both sides of baseplates asshown in Detail 1. Locate the attachment plates to fall at each panel joint and eachsteel stud in the panel.

2 Wall Assembly. The usual method of assembly is to pre-assemble wall sections andset them in place. Sections are usually pre-assembled in 12 ft. to 16-ft. sections. Alevel work area at least 16 ft. x 12 ft. is required. This area should be cleared ofdebris and a base line marked at the bottom and left hand side of the assembly area.The marked lines must be true and square to avoid mis-alignment of the panels.Once the assembly area is cleared and marked, consult the floor plan and determinewhich sections are to be assembled and in what sequence. Using the element numbersas reference, obtain the necessary panels and lay them out with the interior facedown. Caulk joints (if specified) and push the shiplaps together (Note: Each lap jointcan be gaped open up to 1/4” as needed to adjust for discrepancies in wall length).Check the section for overall dimensions and for squareness. Once satisfied with thealignment, screw the panels together through the leading overlap edge metal asshown in Detail 2. Locate conduit stub-ups (if any) on panel and drill up from panelbottom (also, mark location on subfloor).2.4 Top Plates. Tie Sections together using 2x wood top plates or c-channel steel toptrack (See specs). Cut the top plate or track on site to allow overlap to the center ofthe next panel section steel stud at 16” or 24”. Fasten attachment plates to the topplate or track so that the attachment plates will fall at each panel joint and verticalsteel stud in the panel. Drill the top plate or track to match conduit or wiring chaselocations, if any, in the assembled section before attaching the plate or track to thepanels. Caulk the 2x plate or track (or panel end) and attach the top plate to the wallsection by placing a screw in the ends and middle section attachment plates. Thisconnection is temporary and is used only to keep the top plate in place duringerection of the walls. The top plate is permanently secured to the wall sections afterthe floor or roof system has been set, which loads the wall.

In cutting the top plates or track, observe the following guidelines.• Where a wall section joins another wall section, overlap the top plate ortrack to the next section center of steel stud at 16” (or 24”) as shown inDetail 2.• Where a wall section joins a corner, the section top plate should overlaponto the corner to the full width of the corner on one side and width of thecorner less the wall thickness on the other side.• Where a wall section butts into another wall section, overlap the top platethe full thickness of the butt wall.• Gap between adjacent top plates (cutting error) shall not exceed 1/2”.• Stagger top plate joints so that the joint does not fall directly over a paneljoint, but does fall over the center of an inner steel stud.

2.5 Setting the Wall. Caulk the top of the baseplate (or track) and raise the assembledwall section into place. Connect the panels to the baseplate as shown in Detail 1 and2. Attach the overlapping top plates (or track) to each other as shown in Detail 1 and2. Temporarily brace the top of the wall to the ground or floor so it stands true andplumb.2.6 “C” or Composite Openings for Doors, Windows, Etc. Some panel openings areassemblies consisting of 2 or more components. These are shipped disassembled andmust be assembled on site. Refer to the data sheets provided and assemble thesesections before setting them in place. As in all assemblies, carefully check the unitfor overall dimensions and squareness before setting it into wall section.3. QUALITY CONTROL3.1 Inspection of Panels. Panels have been checked for density and fusion quality and fordimensions before shipment, but should be checked for damage and spot-checked fordimensions as they are unloaded and stacked. For dimensional tolerances refer to 3.3.As a general rule, any defect in the polystyrene core of the panel such as small cuts ornicks will not affect the integrity of the panel. Damage to the metal will affect thepanel’s strength and integrity and can result in a rejected panel; refer to 3.2 below.3.2 On-Site Changes. in general, any changes deemed necessary on-site must be clearedwith the manufacturer before the changes are made. The following site changes maybe made.• Reject any panel with vertical steel members that have any buckles or dents. Thepanel can be salvaged by cutting out the damaged section and inserting a wood ormetal building stud. Fill gaps with insulation.• Bends may be straightened in the horizontal metal at the top and bottom edges ofthe panel.• Straighten any bends or dents in the leading edge overlap metal.• Electrical Boxes. Use a hot knife or other acceptable cutting tool. Do not exceed thebox dimensions and, where possible, locate the box beside a vertical steel channelfor screw attachment. Boxes should have recessed “ears” or brackets behind thewall cladding.• Wiring or Conduit Chases. If chases provided are not used, vertical chases may becut in to the polystyrene with a hot knife or other acceptable cutting tool. Verticalchases shall be cut a minimum of 2” from any vertical steel channel. Do not exceedhalf the panel thickness in depth or 1” in width when making these cuts. Horizontalchase cuts may be extended behind the vertical metal by drilling with a 1” bit nearmid-depth of the panel.

3.3 Dimensional Tolerances.Panels:• Thickness ±1/8”• Panel Bow ±1/8”• Width +0”, -1/4”• Additional Width Deviation @ mid height +0”, -1/4”• Length ± 1/4”• Length difference between panels of same nominal length ± 1/8”• Diagonal unsquareness ± 1/4”Door, Window, and other Rough Openings:• Width ±1/4”• Length ±1/4”• Diagonal unsquareness ±3/8”3.4 Assembly of Panels• All bottom plates (or track) must be level before the panels are set. ifshimming is necessary to obtain level bottom plate (or track) shim (andgrout) under the plate and not between the panel and plate.• Before making the final connections to the erected wall, the walls must beplumb.• Once the panels are in place for one floor the overall dimensions andsquareness of the building should be checked before proceeding with theassembly of any upper floor deck or roof system.

4. SAFETYThe panels may be handled by one or two men. The following rules should befollowed:• Gloves should be worn at all times when moving panels. The metal edgescan cut and must be handled carefully.• Do not remove panels in high wind conditions. The surface of the panel willcatch the wind and can create a potentially hazardous condition.• If high winds are possible, panels must be sheltered, weighted, or otherwiseprotected from moving.

INDEX OF DRAWINGSSECTION A:A-1 = METAL TRACK TO PANEL ATTACHMENTA-2 = WOOD PLATE TO PANEL ATTACHMENTSECTION B:B-1 = METAL TRACK TO SLAB WITH ANCHOR PINSB-2 = METAL TRACK TO SLAB WITH ANCHOR BOLTSB-3 = WOOD PLATE TO SLAB WITH ANCHOR BOLTSB-4 = METAL TRACK TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM ATTACHMENTB-5 = METAL TRACK TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM ATTACHMENT (PREFERRED)B-6 = WOOD PLATE TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM ATTACHMENTB-7 = WOOD PLATE TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM ATTACHMENT (PREFERRED)B-8 = MULTI-STORY PANEL TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM WITH METAL TRACK ATTACHMENTB-9 = MULTI-STORY PANEL TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM WITH METAL TRACK ATTACHMENT(PREFERRED)B-10 = MULTI-STORY PANEL TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM WITH WOOD PLATE ATTACHMENTB-11 = MULTI-STORY PANEL TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM WITH WOOD PLATE ATTACHMENT(PREFERED)SECTION C:C-1 = ROOF PANEL TO BEVELED WALL PANEL (METAL TRACK)C-2 = ROOF PANEL TO WALL PANEL WITH METAL TRACK AND SOLID BLOCKINGC-3 = ROOF PANEL TO WALL PANEL WITH WOOD PLATE AND SOLID BLOCKINGSECTION D:D-1 = WALL PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED TRUSS SYSTEM WITH WOOD PLATESD-2 = WALL PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED TRUSS SYSTEM WITH METAL TRACKSECTION E:E-1 = CEILING PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED TRUSS SYSTEMSETION F:F-1 = ROOF PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED TRUSS SYSTEMF-2 = ROOF PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED BEAMSECTION G:G-1 = CORNER CONNECTION DETAILG-2 = PANEL SHIPLAP DETAILSECTION H:SECTION J:J-1 = TYPICAL ( 2 ) STORY SECTION WITH WOOD PLATES AND CMU FOUNDATIONJ-2 = TYPICAL ( 2 ) STORY SECTION WITH WOOD PLATES AND TURNED DOWN SLABFOUNDATIONJ-3 = TYPICAL ( 1 ) STORY SECTION WITH WOOD PLATES AND CMU FOUNDATIONJ-4 = TYPICAL ( 1 ) STORY SECTION WITH METAL TRACK AND CMU FOUNDATIONJ-5 = TYPICAL ( 1 ) STORY SECTION WITH WOOD PLATES AND TURNED DOWN SLABFOUNDATIONJ-6 = TYPICAL ( 1 ) STORY SECTION WITH METAL TRACK AND TURNED DOWN SLABFOUNDATIONREV: 13SEPT.-00

SECTION K:K-1 = TYPICAL METAL PROFILES ( STANDARD STUD AND “LEADING EDGE” METAL )K-2 = TYPICAL METAL PROFILES ( END “L” METAL AND ATTACHMENT PLATE )K-3 = TYPICAL METAL PROFILES ( RIDGE CAP METAL AND HEAVY GAUGE STUD )K-4 = TYPICAL METAL PROFILES ( METAL TRACK )SECTION L:L-1 = # 8, ½” SELF-TAPPING SCREWL-2 = 5” DECK SCREWL-3 = 7” DECK SCREWSECTION M:M-1 = STANDARD WIRECHASE PLACEMENT IN A STAND ThermaSteel PANELSECTION N:N-1 = STANDARD WALL PANEL 16” O.C.N-2 = STANDARD WALL PANEL 24” O.C.N-3 = STANDARD WINDOW PANELN-4 = STANDARD DOOR PANELN-5 = STANDARD HEADER PANELN-6 = STANDARD CONCRETE “T-BEAM” PANEL

SECTION A:A-1 = METAL TRACK TO PANEL ATTACHMENTA-2 = WOOD PLATE TO PANEL ATTACHMENT

SECTION BB-1= METAL TRACK TO SLAB WITH ANCHOR PINSB-2= METAL TRACK TO SLAB WITH ANCHOR BOLTSB-3= WOOD PLATE TO SLAB WITH ANCHOR BOLTSB-4= METAL TRACK TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM ATTACHMENTB-5= METAL TRACK TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM ATTACHMENT(PREFERRED)B-6= WOOD PLATE TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM ATTACHMENTB-7= METAL PLATE TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM ATTACHMENT(PREFERRED)B-8= MULTI-STORY PANEL TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM WITHMETAL TRACK ATTACHMENTB-9= MULTI-STORY PANEL TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM WITHMETAL TRACK ATTACHMENT (PREFERRED)B-10= MULTI-STORY PANEL TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM WITHWOOD PLATE ATTACHMENTB-11= MULTI-STORY PANEL TO WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM WITHWOOD PLATE ATTACHMENT (PREFERRED)

SECTION CC-1= ROOF PANEL TO BEVELED WALL PANEL (METAL TRACK)C-2= ROOF PANEL TO WALL PANEL WITH METAL TRACK ANDSOLID BLOCKINGC-3= ROOF PANEL TO WALL PANEL WITH WOOD PLATE ANDSOLID BLOCKING

SECTION DD-1= WALL PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED TRUSS SYSTEM WITHWOOD PLATESD-2= WALL PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED TRUSS SYSTEM WITHMETAL TRACK

SECTION EE-1= CEILING PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED TRUSS SYSTEM

SECTION FF-1= ROOF PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED TRUSS SYSTEMF-2= ROOF PANEL TO PRE-ENGINEERED BEAM

SECTION GG-1= CORNER CONNECTION DETAILG-2= PANEL SHIPLAP DETAIL

SECTION JJ-1= TYPICAL (2) STORY SECTION WITH WOOD PLATES AND CMUFOUNDATIONJ-2= TYPICAL (2) STORY SECTION WITH WOOD PLATES ANDTURNED DOWN SLAB FOUNDATIONJ-3= TYPICAL (1) STORY SECTION WITH WOOD PLATES AND CMUFOUNDATIONJ-4= TYPICAL (1) STORY SECTION WITH METAL TRACK AND CMUFOUNDATIONJ-5= TYPICAL (1) STORY SECTION WITH WOOD PLATES ANDTURNED DOWN SLAB FOUNDATIONJ-6 = TYPICAL ( 1 ) STORY SECTION WITH METAL TRACK ANDTURNED DOWN SLAB FOUNDATION

SECTION KK-1= TYPICAL METAL PROFILES (STANDARD STUD AND“LEADING EDGE” METAL)K-2= TYPICAL METAL PROFILES (END “L” METAL ANDATTACHMENT PLATE)K-3= TYPICAL METAL PROFILES (RIDGE CAP METAL AND HEAVYGAUGE STUD)K-4= TYPICAL METAL PROFILES (METAL TRACK)

SECTION LL-1= #8, ½” SELF-TAPPING SCREWSL-2= 5” DECK SCREWL-3= 7” DECK SCREW

SECTION MM-1 = STANDARD WIRECHASE PLACEMENT IN A STANDThermaSteel PANEL

SECTION NN-1= STANDARD WALL PANEL 16” O.C.N-2= STANDARD WALL PANEL 24” O.C.N-3= STANDARD WINDOW PANELN-4= STANDARD DOOR PANELN-5= STANDARD HEADER PANELN-6= STANDARD CONCRETE “T-BEAM” PANEL

ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS

FOR THERMASTEEL FRAME BUILDING PANEL SYSTEMManufactured by ThermaSteel Corp.

PART I - GENERAL1.01 Summary: These specifications are to be used in preparing details and documentationfor projects using the ThermaSteel Building System, manufactured by ThermaSteelCorp. For further product description and usage refer to:A. ThermaSteel Assembly Manual

1.02 System Description:

A. The ThermaSteel Building System is customized to exact architectural drawings andspecifications and can be used for below grade foundation wall systems as well asstructural floor, wall and roof systems. (See attached drawing)

B. Individual panel size and configuration is dependent upon project design requirements.Maximum overall size shall be no greater than 4’ x 12’. Panel thickness shall be either3 1/2”, 5 1/2” or 7 1/2”. Panel weight shall be no greater than 1.625 lb/sf.

C. Panels shall be composed of:

1. Integral steel framework of 24ga galvanized G-90 steel.2. Exterior sheathing materials as specified by customer. (i.e. brick, lap siding,vinyl, etc.)3. Polystyrene core insulation, Class 1 fire rated, is molded into a steel frame toproduce a structural composite panel.

D. Joinery and peripheral components shall be:

1. Footer track shall be 18ga galvanized steel attached per code directly to concreteslab-on-grade or other appropriate foundation. Panel is positioned over track andsecured using self-tapping sheet metal screws.2. Shiplap joints on each panel will be joined using #8, 1/2” self-tapping screws.3. A header is designed in various configurations to accommodate truss systems forvarious roof slopes or for parapet on flat roofs.4. Corner components shall be manufactured using the same materials as thespecified wall panels.5. Other components shall be custom designed as necessary to meet project designas well as structural requirements.

E. Performance requirements: As a minimum the ThermaSteel 4’ x 8’ panels shall betested by an independent laboratory to meet the following criteria:

1.03 Quality AssuranceA. Qualifications:

1. Panel manufacturer shall be ThermaSteel Corp.2. Contractor/Installer shall be knowledgeable in the proper installation of the

ThermaSteel Building System.3. All supplied fasteners and other third party supplied components shall be certified by

ThermaSteel Corp. as to quality and suitability for use.B. Regulatory Requirements:

1. The ThermaSteel Building System and panel shall meet or exceed all coderequirements for structure and fire safety.

2. The use of the ThermaSteel panel shall be in accordance with all applicable buildingcodes.

C. The ThermaSteel Building System and panel shall be recognized for the intended use byapplicable building codes.

D. Third Party Inspection:1. Manufacture of the building panel and components shall comply with quality

assurance standards of a contracted independent third party quality assuranceinspection agency.

1.04 Delivery, Storage, HandlingA. All ThermaSteel panels and components shall be delivered to the job site with labels intact.

Questionable panels or parts shall not be used.B. Store all panels in a clean and safe area.C. Panels shall be handled so as not to damage corners, edges, or channels prior to installation.

1.05 Project ConditionsA. Application of sealants, primers, elasotmeric coatings, brick or stone facings or other forms

of exterior sidings or finishes shall be done under the conditions set forth by themanufacturers of those products.

1.06 Sequencing and SchedulingA. Installation of the ThermaSteel panels shall be coordinated with the other building trades.B. Foundations or slab-on-grade must be complete and properly cured, ready to accept the

footer track prior to installation of the building panels when they are used as structural wallsystems.

C. Exterior finishing must be accomplished in a timely manner following the installation ofthe ThermaSteel building panels.

D. Other building trades may be scheduled as required.

1.07 WarrantyA. ThermaSteel Corp. shall provide a two year warranty against defective material uponwritten request. See warranty for complete details.

PART II - PRODUCT2.01 Manufacturer: The ThermaSteel panel and components are all proprietary products of

ThermaSteel Corp. and manufactured under strict quality controls as monitored by a thirdparty independent quality assurance agency.

2.02 MaterialsA. 24ga galvanized G-90 roll formed steel shall comprise the integral framework of the panel.

Expandable polystyrene incorporated into the design shall provide a sufficient thermalbreak to ensure non-conductivity of temperature between surfaces.

B. The exterior skins of the panel shall be at the discretion of the customer. Specifications forthe non-proprietary sheathings shall be available upon request from ThermaSteel Corp.

C. The panel core shall be Class 1 fire-retardant foam with a minimum density of 1.0 lbs/cf to1.5 lbs/cf injected into the panel cavity to form a composite panel.

D. Footer tracks shall be 18ga galvanized G-90 roll-formed steel on all load bearing walls.E. Header and other required components shall be custom designed to meet the structural

requirements of the architectural design.F. Mechanical fasteners and other third party components shall be available from authorized

manufacturers and selected by the architect/owner.G. Joint sealants, exterior finishes, facings or sidings shall be recommended by ThermaSteel

Corp. and selected by the architect/owner.

PART III - EXECUTION

3.01 ExaminationA. Prior to the installation of the ThermaSteel panels, it is the contractor’s responsibility to

ensure that:1. The foundation/footer/slab-on-grade is appropriately level and smooth and ready to

accept the footer track of the building system.

3.02 PreparationA. Protection

1. In following good building site practices, it is recommended that the ThermaSteelbuilding panels and components shall be protected from permanent or temporarydamage prior to, during, and following installation until proper sealant and exteriorfinishing are applied.

B. Foundation Preparation1. The foundation/footer/slab-on-grade shall be prepared so as to be level and square

prior to delivery of the panels.C. Wall System Preparation

1. When the ThermaSteel panels are used as a curtain wall, the structural steel wallsystem shall be prepared so as to provide a level plane for panel installation usingconstruction devices to serve that purpose. All structural systems should be dry andfree from extraneous materials which may prevent proper fastening of the panels.

3.03 InstallationA. Installation instructions shall be customized for each project. In general, panels are

connected:1. To the foundation using a footer track bolted to the slab upon which the panel is

placed and attached with mechanical fasteners.2. At the top using a metal track or wood plate over the top of the panels and attached

using mechanical fasteners.3. To the structural steel framing using mechanical fasteners of appropriate design and

length in a pattern as specified by the ThermaSteel structural engineer.

3.04 Field Quality ControlA. The contractor shall be responsible for the proper installation of the ThermaSteel Building

System and the necessary sealants and finishes.B. Contractors shall be factory trained as to the installation of the system.C. A representative of ThermaSteel Corp. shall act as an on-site resource for a period of oneday or as negotiated to help ensure proper installation of the system.

3.05 CleaningA. All excess materials, if any, shall be removed from the job site by the contractor in

accordance with contract provisions.B. All surrounding areas where the panels have been installed and the finish applied shall be

left free of debris and foreign substances resulting from the contractor’s work

GUIDELINES ON DESIGNING WITH THETHERMASTEEL* PANEL SYSTEM

The following information contains some of the many possible suggestions on calculations,methods of attachment, modifications, and designing assemblies. These suggestions arc not to beconsidered necessarily the best possible solution for your needs, but it will serve as one of manypossible solutions. All attachment of connections, calculations and designing must be reviewedby a certified architect or engineer for your particular application to insure that it meets with yourindividual requirement and/or structural application.

* Also known as:

RADVA CORPORATIONTHERMASTRUCTURETHERMASTEEL SYSTEMINSULSTEELTHERMOPANELRADOSLAV

SUMMARY

I. THE SYSTEM1. DESCRIPTION2. MATERIALS PROPERTIES3. PANEL DIMENSION4. PANEL WEIGHT5. INSTALLATION

II. THERMAL INSULATION1. PANEL R-VALUE2. ASSEMBLIES

III. STRUCTURAL PERFORMANCE1. GENERAL2. VERTICAL LOADA) Axial Uniform LoadingB) Axial Center Point Loading3. TRANSVERSE LOADS4. RACKING SHEAR5. TOP TRACK VERIFICATION6. LINTEL CALCULATION7. ADDITIONAL COLUMN8. SHEAR REINFORCEMENT9. FENCE10. STAGGERING PANELS11. KING STUD

IV. FIRE RESISTANCE1. GENERAL2. ONE-HOUR FIRE RESISTANCE RATED WALL ASSEMBLY

V. EPS COMBUSTION TOXICITY

APPENDIX:A. ReferencesB. Tables

I. THE SYSTEM1. DESCRIPTIONThe ThermaSteelTM System is a panelized composite structure of modified expanded polystyrene(EPS), bonded to a light-gauge, galvanized steel frame. The panels are produced in a singlestep to provide a light-weight, energy efficient, load bearing construction system.The panels can be installed vertically as bearing walls and horizontally as floors and roofs. Inaddition to the panels; top and bottom tracks, connectors, reinforcements, king and additionalstuds, lintels, columns, beams, channels and blocking also conform to the system. Light gaugesteel is an excellent alternative for these components to be built with.

2. MATERIAL - PROPERTIESThe modified expanded polystyrene beads have a Class I flame-spread rating, and a smokedensityratio of less than 450.The steel is No.24 gauge, Grade B, complying with ASTM A 446 (Ref 6), with G-90 galvanizingconforming to ASTM A 525 (Ref 7). -

The main physical properties of the components of the ThermasteelTM System are:

A) STUDS and 2”x1” TOP AND BOTTOM ANGLES.24 gauge steelDesign thickness: 0.0219 in.Design weight: 1.0 PSF.Fy strength: 33.0 KSI.Modulus of Elasticity: 29,500 KSI.Inside Bend Radius: 3/32 in.

B) EPSFollowing are strength properties of the modified expanded polystyrene:

3½” PANEL 5½” PANELDensity: 1.5 PCF 1.0 PCFARCO Chemical Co. Compressive strength at 10% Def. 21-27 PSI 12-17 PSIARCO Chemical Co. Flexural strength 55-70 PSI 28-3 5 PSIMinimum Compressive Strength at yield or 10% Def. * 18.3 PSI 11.2 PSIMinimum Flexural Strength ** 43.3 PSI 27.0 PSI

* Minimum, whichever occurs first, per ASTM C 578 (Ref 8)** Minimum values per ASTM C 578 (Ref 8)

C) GLUEThe glue bonds the steel with the EPS. It is applied to the steel before molding. The bond to thefoam is formed in the press, by heat reactivation combined with adequate pressure.

D) LIGHT GAUGE STEEL COMPONENTS.Gauge Fy Design Thickness Minimum Thickness

(KSI) (in) (in)25 33 0.0188 0.017922 33 0.0283 0.026920 33 0.0346 0.032918 33 0.0451 0.042816 50 0.0566 0.053814 50 0.0713 0.067712 50 0.1017 0.0966Note: - Thickness is for carbon sheet steel and uncoated steel.- Minimum thickness represents 95% of the design thickness and is the minimumacceptable thickness delivered to the job site based on Section A3.4 of Ref 2.

3. PANEL DIMENSIONTypical panels are 4’ wide. Other characteristics of the standard panels are (Ref 3):Panel type Thickness EPS density Steel studs LengthA-1 3½” 1.5 PCF @ 16”O.C. 8’-l” to 12’B-1 3½” 1.5 PCF @ 24”O.C. 8’-l” to 12’C-1 5½” 1.0 PCF @ 16”O.C. 8’-l” to 12’D-1 5½” 1.0 PCF @ 24”O.C. 8’-l” to 12’

4. PANEL WEIGHTTABLE No.1 illustrates the theoretical weight per panel (8’ and 12’) and dead load for the floor,roof and wall panels. Interpolate for other lengths.The weights shown in the table are for the panel as delivered by the manufacturer. Consideradding dead weight for screws, channels, tracks, lintels and any other additional components.

5. INSTALLATION• Each panel has a steel overlap strip along the vertical edge at the outside face

which overlaps the edge of the next panel approximately ¾’ when set in place.This overlap strip serves as a point of attachment between panels using No. 8 ⅝”self-tapping screws @ 12” O.C.

• The wall panels are placed in a No.16 or No.18 gauge steel channel.• After the walls are erected, No.16, No.18 or No.20 gauge steel channel are

attached as top tracks.• The metal channels are bolted to the foundation. Panels are secured in place by

screwing through the channel and into the panel.• If necessary, typical X-bracings; metal columns and beams; lintels and headers;

and any other metal reinforcement, can be added to the system.• Roof panels are set and attached together to bear on roof beams, trusses or bearing

wall plates.

II. THERMAL INSULATION

1. PANEL R-VALUEThe following list shows R-values (oF*ft*h/Btu) 75 °F for 1" of the foam, for differentdensities and from different sources.

Density 1.00 PCF 1.50 PCFARCO Chemical Company (EPS manuf.) 3.92 4.13Hunstman Chemical Corporation (EPS manuf.) 3.90 4.15ASHRAE recommendations * (Ref 9) 3.85 4.17Minimum R-Values per ASTM C 578 (Ref 8) 3.68 4.07

• Technical Committee 4.4 selected the data from the ASTM standards as representative values.

Note: The R-value will increase for a condition with lower temperature.For thermal calculation purposes. the following are the R-values adopted for each type of wall

R-value per inch Panel R-value:3.5” Wall - 1.50 PCF 4.50 165.5” Wall - 1.00 PCF 4.50 25

The above R-values are solely for the panels. Since there is no thermal bridge between theexterior and the interior studs, there is no other thermal loss on the panel. However, consider a 1-2% loss due to the additional components (top and tracks, additional studs, channels, lintels,etc.).

2. ASSEMBLIESTABLE No.2 illustrates some R-values of common building materials, air spaces and films. Useonly for general reference purposes only.Example: 5½” wall, with 5/8” gypsum wallboard interior and 7/8” stucco exterior.

R-ValueOutside Air film: winter value - 15 mph 0.170 0.75 %7/8” stucco exterior 0.175 0.77%5½”panel 1.00 PCF 21.180 93.04%5/8” gypsum board 0.560 2.46 %Inside Air film: heat flow horizontal 0.680 2.99 %

TOTAL R-Value for the assembly 22.77

The incidence of the panel insulation’s value on the total R-value shows that ThermaSteel™offers superior insulation values compared to any other traditional construction system. TABLENo.3 shows R-values for other assemblies.

III.STRUCTURAL PERFORMANCE

1. GENERALThe allowable ThermaSteelTM panel loads are shown in TABLE No.4 (reproduced from Table

No.1 from the ICBO report (Ref3)). The safety factor used on the table is 2.5.The first two columns show the allowable axial uniform load. The panels were tested as

columnshaving flat ends at the bottom. The compressive load was applied uniformly to the upper end ofthe panel and a ¾” steel rod was used at the bottom to provide the required eccentricity.

The second two columns illustrate the axial center point loading. In this case the load wasapplied through 6” long wood member with same width as the panels. The allowable loads areshown in pounds per lineal foot of panel.

For transverse load (applicable for roofs, floors and walls resisting wind loads), the panels weretested by the vacuum method, attached to their resisting top and bottom plates.As indicated in TABLE No.4, the racking shear values are for panels with ½” thick gypsumwallboard attached to one side of the panel with 1-¼” long drywall screws at 12” O.C. along theperimeter and in the field.

For ICBO purposes, all the panels were tested under the ASTM E-72 Standards (Ref 5). TABLE No.5 illustrates more tests conducted on the panels that are not shown in Ref 3.

2. VERTICAL LOADS

A) Axial Uniform LoadingWhen dimensioning a wall to bear a uniform load, consider the following:a. R-value - This factor will set the thickness of the wall.b. Bearing capacity. - Table 1- for Axial Uniform Loading from ICBO (Ref 3) (TABLE No.4)

- Interpolation for 9’ and 10’ spans is acceptable.- Safety factor used: 2.5 (failure/allowable).- TABLE No.5 for panels with windows or doors.- If the opening does not fit in one panel, a lintel must be calculated (See

6. Lintel calculation)- Check the top track for flexion (See 5. Top track verification).

c. Stud separation. - Preferably match the stud separation with the truss separation, forexample; @24” with @24” and @16” with @16”.

B) Axial Center Point LoadingWhen dimensioning a wall to bear a concentrated load, consider the following:a. R-value - This factor will set the thickness of the wall.b. Bearing capacity. - Table 1- for Axial Center Point Loading from ICBO (Ref 3) (TABLE

No.4)- Interpolation for 9’ and 10’ spans is acceptable.- Safety factor used: 2.5 (failure/allowable).

TABLE No. 5 for panels with windows or doors.

- If the opening does not fit in one panel, a lintel must be calculated(See 6. Lintel calculation).

- Check the top track for flexion (See 5. Top track verification).c. Stud Separation - Preferably match the stud separation with the truss separation, for

example; @24” with @24” and @16” with @16”.

3. TRANSVERSE LOADSTransverse loads are applied in the plane of the panel. It could be wind for a wall or gravitationaland/or uplift for roofs and/or floors.If the applicable load exceeds the allowable transverse load showed in Table No. 1 from ICBO(Ref 3) (TABLE No.4), a mid-length support could be the solution. Using the equivalent stressmethod for different spans or by using TABLE No. 5, the allowable load can be obtained forsuch conditions.

4. RACKING SHEARTable No. 1 from ICBO (Ref 3) (Table No. 4) shows the maximum allowable racking shear loadin PLF.

As indicated in the ICBO report, those racking shear values are for panels with ½” thick gypsumwallboard attached to one side of the panel with 1-1/4” long drywall screws at 12” O.C. alongthe perimeter and in the field.

If those values are exceeded by the shear load, a shear reinforcement can be installed (Sec 8.Shear Reinforcement). Lateral load design including details for resistance to racking shear needto be submitted to the building official for approval.

5. TOP TRACK VERIFICATIONIf the distance between studs and the distance between trusses is the same (@24”O.C. or@16”O.C.) it is recommended to bear each truss on each stud. The allowable axial center pointload from Table No. 1 from ICBO (Ref 3) (TABLE No. 4) must be checked. If the distancebetween studs and the distance between trusses does not match, it is very likely that one trusswill land in the center of two studs. If trusses or joists @ 24”O.C. bear on panels with metal16”O.C., one joist will land between the two studs. The top track must be checked for thefollowing moments:

Ms = -P x 16”/(40/3) negative moment @ studs.Mj = P x 16”/ (40/7) moment @ centered joist.

where P = joist (or truss) reaction. See figure in next page.

Studs @ 16”O.C.The required section modulus will be Sreq = Ma * Ωf/ Fy,where Ωf = 1.67 for Flexural members, flexure only.

TABLE No.6 shows allowable centered point loads (Pallow) and uniform loads (Wallow) fordifferent types of top track. The uniform load moments are based on wL^2/12 for a continuous case loading.

6. LINTEL CALCULATION

TABLE No.7 shows the effective and full section modulus for angles b wide x d tall and fordifferent gauges.If there is an opening (door or window) that does not fit in a panel, a lintel should beconsidered as a good solution. To size the lintel, the span and the load must be known (seefigure B-1.Details). The span will be distance between two full studs next to either side of theopening. The moment (Ma) will be a function of the span and loads applied.

The required section modulus will be Sreq = Ma * Ωf / Fy,where Ωf = 1.67 for Flexural members, flexure only.

The reactions on the panels must be checked against the allowable axial center point load fromTable No.1 from Ref 3 (TABLE No.4). If the reactions exceed the allowable load, then eitherthe lintel must be longer and bear on top of more studs, or a king stud can be installed.

7. ADDITIONAL COLUMNIf a concentrated load that applies to a panel exceeds its maximum capacity for point loads, thenan additional stud is a good alternative. It consists of one or two (depending on the load) “C”channels connected back to back installed in between two panels (see figure1. Load BearingWall).The size of the web will be determined by the thickness of the panel (3½" or 5½”). Flanges andgauge will be determined by the loads applied, the length of the column and the end conditions.

8. SHEAR REINFORCEMENTIf the racking shear loads shown in Table No. 1 from ICBO (Ref 3) (TABLE No.4) are notsufficient then a shear reinforcement is required.One solution is an X-Bracing, on one or both sides of the wall.Figure 4 - Shear Reinforcement shows all the components of an X-bracing, that need to beengineered:

Lateral Stability straps. Multiple member at ends. Top and bottom tracks. Holddowns. Anchors. Gusset plates. Screws.

9. FENCEThermasteelTM panels can also be used to build fences. The panels will be installedhorizontally fastened to columns @ 8’O.C. or 10’ O.C. The columns (as in 7. ADDITIONALSTUD) consist of two “C’ channels connected back to back installed in between two panels.See Figure 5. FENCE for details.

10. STAGGERING PANELSIn roof and floor applications, the most convenient way of connection is by staggering the panelshalf their length. Each panel will be connected to two others half their lap. Additional connectionplates might be required to connect the studs of two contiguous panels.The same criteria can be followed for walls that exceed 12’ height.

11. KING STUDIf the size and length of the lintel becomes insufficient, then a king stud on each side of theopening should be installed. King studs consist of “C” channels installed on each side of theopening. The size of the web will be determined by the thickness of the panel (3½” or 5½”).Flanges and gauge will be determined by the loads applied, the length of the stud and the endconditions.

IV. FIRE RESISTANCE

1. GENERALPanels have been tested as a wall system with gypsum board thermal for 15 minutes, 1-hour and2-hour ratings. Most codes require a 15 minute minimum thermal barrier.

3½” - 1.5 PCF 5½” - 1.0 PCFUL Flame Spread Rating 5-10 5-20UL Smoke Developed Rating 65-300 125-175

Note: Rating ranges are from four manufacturers of the EPS beads and were determined whilethe material remained in the original test position.

2. 1-HOUR FIRE RESISTANCE RATED WALL ASSEMBLYWhere ThermasteelTM panels are installed in fire resistance rated assembly, they shall beconstructed in accordance with the details set forth in the manufacturer’s instructions and thefollowing:

1. One-hour fire resistance rated wall assembly consists of a modified 5½” panel with metal 24”O.C. protected with one layer of 5/8” Type X gypsum wallboard on both faces, attached using 1-5/8”, type S, bugle head, self-tapping screws 12” O.C. All joints must be taped with joint tapeand compound. Panels are attached to one another using No.8-5/8” self-tapping screws placed12” O.C.The assembly was tested to ASTM E 119 with an applied uniform compressive load of 300 PLF(or 33% of allowable design load). The modification to the panel was to manufacture the panelwith a recess along the exposed face’s vertical joints which allows the insertion of 3” wide stripsof 5/8” thick Type X gypsum board panels. The strips are secured using 1” long, Type X, buglehead, self-tapping screws at 12” O.C.

2. Another one-hour fire resistance rated wall assembly consists of a modified 5½” panel withmetal @24” O.C. protected on each side with: 5/8” Type X gypsum panel, 1-3/8” thick fiberglassinsulation, and a ½” thick regular gypsum panel. The 5/8” gypsum board is attached using 1-½”self-tapping screws @ 12” O.C.. Hat studs are attached to the metal channel of the panel throughthe 5/8” gypsum board using 1-½” long self-tapping screws 12”O.C. The ½” gypsum board isthen attached to the hat studs using 1” self-tapping screws @ 12” O.C. All joints must be tapedwith joint tape and compound. Panels are attached to one another using No.8 5/8” self-tappingscrews placed 12” O.C.

The assembly was tested to ASTM E l19 with an applied uniform compressive load of 1250 PLF(or 96% of allowable design load).See attached tests report and the panel approval as one-hour for property line setback mitigationissued by the Big Bear City Fire Department.

EPS COMBUSTION TOXICITY

As currently written, model building codes have deleted references to toxicity because it isrecognized there is no acceptable test protocol simulating actual fire conditions.

Nevertheless, we are called upon by specifiers, code officials and fire marshals to establishrelative toxicity levels of EPS versus other building materials. We have responded with a varietyof test results from laboratories in Europe and the USA.

To inform you, we reprint below a summary of results contained in DBR Paper #711, Division ofBuilding Research, National Research Council of Canada.

MAXIMUMTOXICITY FACTORS DUE TO: SUM OF

MATERIAL CO CO 2 HCl HCN OTHERS TOXICITY FACTORS Polystyrene 19 2 20Polyethylene 21 1 20Polyester fabric 24 2 30Phenolic resin 5 1 22 30Wood (white pine) 47 3 50Cotton 59 2 60PVC 12 1 343 360Wool 1 375 390ABS 10 1 367 230Urethane (rigid) 14 1 273 290Nylon- 6 17 1 931 950Polyacrylonitrile 7 1 1,201 1,201

As used in the test program and results, the term “Sum of Toxicity Factors” gives an indicationof the potential hazard of a material in generating toxic gases and vapors.

APPENDIX

A. References

1. - UBC 1994

2. - AISI - “Specifications for the Design of Cold-Formed Structural Members” 1986edition, including the 1989 amendments

3. - ICBO Report No. PFC-4216

4. - BOCA Report No. 91-40

5. - ASTM E 72 - “Standard Methods of Conducting Strength Tests of Panels for BuildingConstruction”

6. - ASTM A 446- “Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) bythe Hot-Dip Process, Structural (Physical) Quality”

7. - ASTM A 525 - “Standard Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet,Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip Process”

8. - ASTM C 578- “Standard Specification for Rigid, Cellular, Polystyrene ThermalInsulation”

9. - ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-ConditioningEngineers, Inc.) - Fundamentals

TABLE NO. 2 RESISTANCE FACTOR (R) OF COMMON BUILDING MATERIALS. AIR SPACES AND FlLMSBUILDING BOARDGypsum Board ½”Gypsum Board 5/8” ¼” ¾” ½”lnsulation Board Sheathing 1” ½” ¼”

Harboard Underlayment 1”

BUILDING PAPERPermeable Felt. 15 lbPlastic Film

MASONRY MATERIALSConcrete blocks. three oval coresCinder aggregate 4” thick 12" thick 8" thickSand and Gravel Aggregate 8" thickLightweight Aggregate 8" thick 4” thickGypsum Mortar or Plaster ¼” ½" 1"Gypsum Plaster (Perlite) 1”Gypsum Plaster (Vermiculite) 1"Brick. Per InchFake Brick. Per InchStucco. Per Inch

ROOFING MATERIALSAsbestos Cement ShinglesAsphalt Roll RoofingAsphalt ShinglesBuilt Up Roofing ⅜”Wood Shingles

SIDING MATERIALAsbestos Cement thick lappedAsphaltWood Shingle. 16" x 7½" ExposureDouble with 12” ExposureWood Drop Siding, 1” x 8"Wood Bevel Siding ½" x 8" (lapped)Wood Bevel Siding ¾” x 10" (lapped)Wood Plywood. ⅜” (lapped)Structural GlassINSULATION MATERIALSInsulation Board— Huntsman EPS @ 2.0 pcf 75°F Huntsman EPS @ 1.0 pcf 75°F Extruded EPS w. skins 175°F Aged Polyurethane Polyisocyanates(I is 75°F)Insulation Batts. blankets Mineral Wool Per Inch 75°FInsulation Loose Fill EPS Celluslosic inch

R-VALUE0.450.560.310.470.941.321.322.630.310.72

0.06Neg

1.111.891.721.112.001.500.050.100.20.0640.590.200.110.20

0.210.150.440.330.94

0.210.150.871.190.770.811.050.590.10

4.43.95.0

5.6

3.66

3.43.1-3.7

Insulation Materials continuedPerlite. Expanded inchMineral Fiber inchVermiculate Exfoliated inch

AIR SPACES(¾”)Heat Flow Up Non-reflective

Reflective, one surface

Heat Flow Down— Non-reflective

Reflective. one surface

Heat Flow Horizontal— Non-reflective

Reflective. one surface

SURFACE AIR FILMS, INSIDE(STILL AIR)Heat flow Up (through a horizontal surface) Non-reflective ReflectiveHeal Flow Down (through a horizontal surface) Non-reflective ReflectiveHeat Flow Horizontal (through a vertical surface) Non-reflective

MOVING AIR SURFACESAny Position or Direction15 mph wind (Winter)7.5 mph wind (Summer)EXAMPLEDetermine EPS required for typical insulated steel desk.under winter conditions when the U-value required is 0 05MAXGiven — Substrate Components Outside Air Film (15 mph) BUR. ⅛ inch Fiberboard. ½ inch Molded EPS Gypsum. ⅝ inch. Type X Metal Deck Inside Air Film (Heat Flow Up Non-reflective)Total R Without EPSTotal R Required =20.00 - 2.99 = 17.01 R EPS RequiredMolded EPS at 1.0 pcf and 25°F = 4.4 R inchTherefore. 17.01 / 4.4 = 387 inches EPS requiredQuote 4 inches Type I molded EPS

R-VALUE2.72.2-2.92.1-2.3

R-VALUE

0.75 (Summer)0.87 (Winter)2.22 (Summer)2.0 (Winter)

0.85 (Summer)1. 02 (Winter)3.29 (Summer)3. 59 (Winter)

0.84 (Summer)1.01 (Winter)3.24 (Summer)3.46 (Winter)

0.611.32

0.924.55

0.68

0.170.25

R-Values0.170.331.3220.560.00

0.612.9920.00

The information contained herein is provided for general references purposes only.

TABLE No.3 R-value for wall and floor assemblies

WALL Thickness R p/inch R

Outside surface 0.17 15 mph (winter) 1.07%7/8” Stucco 0.18 1.10%3½” Thermasteel Panel 3.50 4.10 14.35 1.5 PCF 90.05%5/8” Gypsum 0.56 3.51%Inside surface 0.68 4.27% R= 15.94

WALL Thickness R p/inch R

Outside surface 0.17 15 mph (winter) 0.75%3/8” Stucco 0.08 0.35%5½”Thermasteel Panel 5.50 3.85 21.18 1.0 PCF 93.88%½” Gypsum 0.45 2.00%Inside surface 0.68 3.01% R= 22.56

ROOF Thickness R p/inch R

Outside surface 0.17 15 mph (winter) 0.73%Asphalt shingles 0.4 70 Ib/ft3 1.71%Plywood (Douglas Fir) 0.50 0.62 34 lb/ft3 2.69%5½” Thermasteel Panel 5.50 3.85 21.18 1.5 PCF 90.39%½” Gypsum 0.45 1.92%Inside surface 0.61 2.60% R= 23.43

ROOF Thickness R p/inch R

Outside surface 0.17 15 mph (winter) 0.74%Metal 0.00 0.00%Plywood (Douglas Fir) 0.50 0.62 34 lblft3 2.69%5½” Thermasteel Panel 5.50 3.85 21.18 1.5 PCF 91 .97%½” Gypsum Board 0.45 1.95%Inside surface 0.61 2.65% R= 23.03

TABLE No.4TABLE No. 1 - ALLOWABLE ROOF AND WALL PANEL LOADS

ALLOWABLE LOADS 1Axial Uniform Axial Center Transverse RackingLoading Point Loading Shear 2,3

PANEL 8’Span 12’ Span 8’Span 12’Span 8’Span4 12’ Span 5 (plf)TYPE (plf) (plf) (plf) (plf) (psf) (psf)

A – 1 1195 1120 595 - 25 10 165B – 1 915 795 585 - 20 5 70C – 1 1265 1230 630 890 40 15 125D – 1 910 970 590 735 30 10 65

1. Values are not subject to increase for duration of loads and are for a minimum of 4 foot-wide panelswith no openings.2. The maximum height to width panel ratio is 2.3. The racking shear values are for panels with ½” thick gypsum wallboard attached to one side of thepanel with 1-¼" long drywall screws at 12” O.C. along the perimeter and in the field.4. Values are for panel span equal to panel height (8 feet) or panels having a maximum cantilever of 2feet.5. Values are for panel span equal to panel height (12 feet) or panels having a maximum cantilever of 4feet.

PANEL Q allow P allow TOP TRACK W allow P allowPANEL GAUGE Fy-1 SPAN Web Flange TOP VALUES

Length=8’ (PLF) (PLF) (#) (KSI) (IN) (IN) (IN) (PLF) (#)

3½" @ 16 O.C. 1195 595 20 33 16.00 3.50 1.00 217 13820 33 16.00 3.50 1.50 462 29320 33 16.00 3.50 2.00 783 49720 33 16.00 3.50 2.50 1173 74518 33 16.00 3.50 1.00 283 18018 33 16.00 3.50 1.50 615 39118 33 16.00 3.50 2.00 1051 66718 33 16.00 3.50 2.50 1195 100516 50 16.00 3.50 1.00 532 33816 50 16.00 3.50 1.50 1163 73816 50 16.00 3.50 2.00 1195 119016 50 16.00 3.50 2.50 1195 1190

3½" @ 24 O.C. 915 585 20 33 24.00 3.50 1.00 96 n/a20 33 24.00 3.50 1.50 205 n/a20 33 24.00 3.50 2.00 348 n/a20 33 24.00 3.50 2.50 521 n/a18 33 24.00 3.50 1.00 126 n/a18 33 24.00 3.50 1.50 274 n/a18 33 24.00 3.50 2.00 467 n/a18 33 24.00 3.50 2.50 703 n/a16 33 24.00 3.50 1.00 249 n/a16 33 24.00 3.50 1.50 547 n/a16 33 24.00 3.50 2.00 915 n/a16 33 24.00 3.50 2.50 915 n/a

5½" @ 16 O.C. 1265 630 20 33 16.00 5.50 1.00 220 14020 33 16.00 5.50 1.50 470 29920 33 16.00 5.50 2.00 796 50520 33 16.00 5.50 2.50 1192 75718 33 16.00 5.50 1.00 290 18418 33 16.00 5.50 1.50 630 40018 33 16.00 5.50 2.00 1077 68418 33 16.00 5.50 2.50 1265 102916 50 16.00 5.50 1.00 546 34716 50 16.00 5.50 1.50 1192 75716 50 16.00 5.50 2.00 1265 126016 50 16.00 5.50 2.50 1265 1260

20 33 24.00 5.50 1.00 98 n/a20 33 24.00 5.50 1.50 209 n/a20 33 24.00 5.50 2.00 354 n/a20 33 24.00 5.50 2.50 530 n/a18 33 24.00 5.50 1.00 129 n/a18 33 24.00 5.50 1.50 280 n/a18 33 24.00 5.50 2.00 478 n/a18 33 24.00 5.50 2.50 720 n/a16 33 24.00 5.50 1.00 243 n/a16 33 24.00 5.50 1.50 530 n/a16 33 24.00 5.50 2.00 907 n/a16 33 24.00 5.50 2.50 910 n/a

TABLE No.7Lintels

Fy 50 ksi 12, 14, 16 gaugeFy 33 ksi 18 gaugeE 29500 ksi

Corner Effectiveb d Gage Fy t R ycg le Se(in) (in) # (ksi) (in) (in) (in) (in4) (in3)1.5 6.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 2.3636 2.661 0.7321.5 7.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 2.8447 4.095 0.9861.5 8.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 3.3300 5.950 1.2741.5 9.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 3.8200 8.270 1.5971.5 10.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 4.3135 11.103 1.9521.5 11.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 4.8082 14.505 2.3431.5 12.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 5.3040 18.526 2.7672.5 6.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 2.2486 2.859 0.7622.5 7.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 2.7343 4.355 1.0212.5 8.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 3.2240 6.279 1.3152.5 9.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 3.7162 8.680 1.6432.5 10.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 4.2101 11.609 2.0052.5 11.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 4.7052 15.117 2.4012.5 12.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 5.2012 19.255 2.8323.5 6.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 2.2081 2.928 0.7723.5 7.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 2.6939 4.451 1.0343.5 8.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 3.1837 6.404 1.3303.5 9.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 3.6761 8.838 1.6603.5 10.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 4.1702 11.804 2.0253.5 11.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 4.6655 15.352 2.4243.5 12.0 12 50 0.1017 0.1875 5.1617 19.535 2.8571.5 6.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 2.4911 1.806 0.5151.5 7.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 2.9854 2.764 0.6881.5 8.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 3.4812 4.004 0.8861.5 9.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 3.9781 5.563 1.1081.5 10.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 4.4757 7.475 1.3531.5 11.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 4.9737 9.776 1.6221.5 12.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 5.4721 12.503 1.9152.5 6.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 2.4460 1.862 0.5242.5 7.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 2.9406 2.840 0.7002.5 8.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 3.4368 4.103 0.8992.5 9.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 3.9339 5.687 1.1232.5 10.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 4.4317 7.628 1.3702.5 11.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 4.9300 9.961 1.6412.5 12.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 5.4286 12.722 1.9363.5 6.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 2.4277 1.885 0.5283.5 7.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 2.9224 2.870 0.7043.5 8.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 3.4187 4.143 0.9043.5 9.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 3.9160 5.737 1.1283.5 10.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 4.4139 7.690 1.3773.5 11.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 4.9123 10.035 1.6483.5 12.0 14 50 0.0713 0.0938 5.4110 12.810 1.944

TABLE No.7Lintels

Fy 50 ksi 12, 14, 16 gaugeFy 33 ksi 18 gaugeE 29500 ksi

Corner Effective

b d Gage Fy t R ycg le Se(in) (in) # (ksi) (in) (in) (in) (in4) (in3)

1.5 6.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 2.5585 1.377 0.4001.5 7.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 3.0549 2.113 0.5361.5 8.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 3.5523 3.070 0.6901.5 9.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 4.0504 4.274 0.8641.5 10.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 4.5489 5.755 1.0561.5 11.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 5.0477 7.541 1.2671.5 12.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 5.5467 9.661 1.4972.5 6.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 2.5305 1.405 0.4052.5 7.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 3.0272 2.151 0.5412.5 8.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 3.5248 3.118 0.6972.5 9.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 4.0231 4.335 0.8712.5 10.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 4.5218 5.830 1.0642.5 11.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 5.0207 7.632 1.2762.5 12.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 5.5199 9.768 1.5073.5 6.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 2.5190 1.416 0.4073.5 7.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 3.0158 2.166 0.5443.5 8.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 3.5136 3.138 0.6993.5 9.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 4.0120 4.360 0.8743.5 10.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 4.5107 5.861 1.0683.5 11.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 5.0098 7.669 1.2803.5 12.0 16 50 0.0566 0.0938 5.5089 9.812 1.5121.5 6.0 18 33 0.0451 0.0938 2.5665 1.097 0.3201.5 7.0 18 33 0.0451 0.0938 3.0632 1.683 0.4271.5 8.0 18 33 0.0451 0.0938 3.5609 2.444 0.5511.5 9.0 18 33 0.0451 0.0938 4.0591 3.402 0.6892.5 6.0 18 33 0.0451 0.0938 2.5399 1.118 0.3232.5 7.0 18 33 0.0451 0.0938 3.0369 1.711 0.4322.5 8.0 18 33 0.0451 0.0938 3.5347 2.481 0.5562.5 9.0 18 33 0.0451 0.0938 4.0332 3.449 0.694

WALLFRAME -Standard Panel 16"OC 24 Gauge 3.5" 4" 5.5" 7.5"

Standard 4 x 8 DW24160835 DW24160804 DW24160855 DW24160875Standard 4 x 9 DW24160935 DW24160904 DW24160955 DW24160975Standard 4 x 10 DW24161035 DW24161004 DW24161055 DW24161075Standard 4 x 12 DW24161235 DW24161204 DW24161255 DW24161275






Standard 4 x 8 DW24120835 DW24120804 DW24120855 DW24120875Standard 4 x 10 DW24121035 DW24121004 DW24121055 DW24121075Standard 4 x 12 DW24121235 DW24121204 DW24121255 DW24121275



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The Future at Dandelion Wood

Wallframe In the future Dandelion Wood

plans to stock common sizes and options of

Wallframe panels in order to provide same

day delivery locally and 3 to 5 day shipping

nationwide of small to large orders for this

developing product line. Wallframe panels

are manufactured in modular sizes of 8, 10

and 12 foot heights with a thickness of 3 1/2”,

4”, 5 ½” or 7 1/2”. Additional information and

training will accompany this development

insuring builders are confident cutting panels

and creating openings. By having inventory

available Wallframe will develop into a truly

versatile option.

Pre-Engineered For industrial building

clients Dandelion Wood plans to continue to

develop the pre-engineered ThermaSteel

building. The thermal and structural

properties of ThermaSteel make it a desirable

component for industrial applications where

long term operating costs and upfront

assembly time are critical. By offering

compatibility with most exterior cladding

systems ThermaSteel offers additional

architectural options above it's competition.

Decades of competition have shaped

ThermaSteel into a versatile product to serve

the industrial market.

As American as inches and feet! Wouldn't it be great to leave inches and feet

behind? Manufacturing, designing, building

would takes leaps and bounds catching up

with our national competition. It will take

more then this column and even more then

an act of Congress. Dandelion Wood can

imagine some of the practical benefits but

also appreciates the American Spirit that

makes us independent!

Robot Buildings Similar to getting a

computer in every home, there is now a push

to get a robot in every home. How about

making every home, a robot? One of the

unique possibilities with ThermaSteel panels

is running wires and air lines without

compromising the thermal shell. The air

powered technology from the work shop can

be applied to counter kitchen appliances.

Doors and windows that open by air pressure

supplied by air lines installed in the walls.

The expanded polystyrene creates a

mounting surface virtually anywhere on the

panel for all the microphones, thermostats,

antennas, transmitters, heat sensors

computer communication, etc. It's time to

start thinking differently!

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