Steel Framing Metsec System

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Steel frameLoadbearing steel framed systems

Steel frame loadbearing steel framed systems using lightweight cold-rolled galvanised steel sections

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Key facts

l High precision, loadbearing systems

l Proven fast-track construction

l Total design flexibility

l Indemnified by structural certificate

l Complete pre-contract service

l Full technical and project support

Metsec SFS and MetFRAME are high precision, loadbearing steel frame

solutions which are suitable for all types of buildings. When used in

conjunction with British Gypsum drylinings and Isowool insulation

products, they provide total fast-track solutions for whole buildings or

separate elements external walling, internal loadbearing elements and

high bay separating walls. Metsec provide a full pre-contract service,

including structural calculations which are underwritten by Professional

Indemnity Insurance. This guaranteed performance is underpinned by

full technical support and project back-up.

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Metsec Framing Division Support TeamTel: 0121 601 6000 Fax: 0121 601 6126 E-mail: [email protected]

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Metsec SFS - Introduction

Metsec SFS fast track building systems are specified to construct

infill and continuous walling, low-rise stand-alone buildings and

high bay separating walls.

SFS has all the benefits of cold-rolled sections; supreme

versatility, buildability, high speed construction and significant

reductions in dead loadings. The warm frame approach achieves

excellent thermal performance and the system is ideal for low

ground bearing pressure situations.

The precision-engineered components facilitate reduced building

maintenance and reduce site material wastage. The net effect is

a reduction in programme timescales and project costs.

Metsec SFS is the ideal partner for British Gypsum linings. The

two combine seamlessly to achieve the fire, acoustic and thermal

performance levels required within the built environment.

Features

High precision, loadbearing systems

Proven record in fast-track construction

Warm frame achieves excellent

thermal performance

Reduced maintenance

Ideal for low ground bearing pressure

situations

Less material wastage

Apartments at Gainsborough Studios

BRE Certificate - August 2004

MetFRAME/SFS Building System

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Metsec SFS - The system

Metsec SFS is a lightweight, galvanised, cold rolled, fast-track

building system with a proven track record in external wall infill,

high bay separating walls and low-rise stand alone structures.

It is specified extensively in projects where speed of construction

and/or a lightweight frame is a requirement. Application areas

include schools, apartments, student accommodation,

commercial developments, hospitals and other public buildings.

It is a proven solution which provides a quick external weather

proof envelope.

The Metsec SFS system is also ideally suited for sub-division of

buildings where its lightweight nature usually means that

additional foundations are not required.

Stand-alone structures, particularly roof top extensions, stick-built

or pre-panelised, are yet another application of this robust,

lightweight building method.

Metsecs technical support team are able to provide an

immediate response to enquiries where their in-house engineers

prepare initial calculations in order to establish structural zones

and determine a budget costing.

On receipt of an order, full structural calculations and standard

details are produced. All designs include structural calculations

and are underwritten by Professional Indemnity Insurance.

The installed system will need to meet specific fire, acoustic and

thermal performance criteria. British Gypsum installation and

lining specifications are available to meet the most onerous

performance requirements. They are fully substantiated by

extensive, independent tests carried out at British Gypsums

Building Test Centre - a fully accredited UKAS testing laboratory.

Metsec SFS relies on high quality, purpose-designed components.

The design of sections draws on Metsecs extensive cold rolling

knowledge to maximise strength to weight ratios. Stud/joist

sections and channel runners are manufactured from pre-hot

dipped galvanised steel G275 coating, guaranteed yield strength

390N/mm2 and Quality Assured to BS EN ISO 9002:1994.

Sections can be supplied in lengths up to 16m to minimise the

need for cutting and splicing on site. In practice, maximum

lengths will be dictated by transportation and site handling

considerations.

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Metsec SFS - External walling

The Metsec SFS external walling provides infill or continuous

frame panel support for the majority of exterior cladding

materials including brickwork. It is suitable for both low-rise or

high-rise construction.

Stud size, spacing and anchorage are determined by the floor to

floor heights, deflection criteria and lateral wind load pressures.

The system combines high performance with fast, dry

construction techniques. The building can be made weather-tight

at an early stage in the construction programme by fixing rigid

foam or Isowool Hi-Therm insulation.

If required, Isowool insulation, from British Gypsum-Isover, is

fitted into the stud cavity to enhance the thermal insulation

performance. The use of lightweight steel sections avoids the

problems inherent in the use of timber sections.

Features

Early weather protection to the building

Lightweight, dry construction

Pre-fabrication on or off-site

Achieves high thermal and acoustic performances

Wind posts not required

Gives lateral support to most external cladding materials

Minimises wet trades on site

An unlimited range of project solutions is available using either

infill or continuous external walling. Whatever the project, the

design flexibility of Metsec SFS external wall options will enable

the challenge to be met.

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55 Degree North - 165 bed apartments

Colchester Hospital

Heaton Manor School - Newcastle upon Tyne


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Metsec MetFRAME - Introduction

The Metsec MetFRAME system, using cold-rolled, lightweight,

galvanised steel sections in bolt-together pre-fabricated panels,

provides a fast-track solution for medium-rise loadbearing

superstructures.

Every project is structurally designed in-house and underwritten

by Professional Indemnity Insurance. Sophisticated software,

developed for MetFRAME, is used by technical staff to model

and detail all structural elements of the building.

MetFRAME structures are fabricated and erected on site by

approved installers who assemble panels within their own factory

environment in accordance with sequencing and procedures

approved by Metsec.

Features

Design flexibility

Rapid, dry construction

High thermal insulation

Superior acoustic performance

Accurate

Cost-effective

Lightweight

Quality Assurance

Firhill student accomodation, Glasgow - 400 bed, 7

storey MetFRAME construction with single-storey

parking underneath. Brickwork external skin and

curved Metsec steel roof.

Firhill student accomodation - Glasgow


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Metsec MetFRAME - The system

Based on an excellent track record and proven engineering

principles, MetFRAME is specified for medium-rise building

superstructures.

MetFRAME uses lightweight, cold rolled, galvanised steel sections

in bolt together pre-engineered panels to form storey-high walls.

These, combined with structurally efficient concrete floors,

provide the stability and integrity to the building, eliminating the

need for a steel or concrete primary frame. External wall panels

are highly insulated and their design allows for architectural

flexibility in the size and location of window and door openings.

In-house detailing ensures that, following approval of the

detailed model, electronic transfer of details of individual

components to the rolling mills is fast and accurate including

dimensions, bolt hole locations and any counter forming

requirements.

British Gypsum works closely with Metsec in a continuous

programme to develop drywall construction methods to satisfy

all of the latest statutory fire, thermal and acoustic requirements.

Independent test data is available to substantiate these solutions.

MetFRAME is used for a diverse range of medium-rise structures.

Successfully completed projects include hotels, hospitals, nursing

homes, apartments, schools and student accommodation.

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Installation overview

Installation

To ensure safe and proper fixing of loadbearing systems on site,

Metsec recommend the use of approved / recommended Installers.

For details, contact the Metsec Framing Division Support Team.

Contractors can obtain information and guidance on the

installation of Metsec systems by contacting the Metsec Framing

Division Support Team. For details of fixing British Gypsum linings,

refer to the relevant section of The White Book or contact the

British Gypsum Drywall Academy Advice Centre for specific

guidance. For installation notes on fixing boards to metal framing

refer to the British Gypsum SiteBook.

Further information

For further details on Metsec systems, contact Metsec direct.

Metsec Steel Framing Systems

Metsec Framing Division

Support Team

Broadwell Road, Oldbury,

West Midlands, B69 4HE

Tel: 0121 601 6000

Fax: 0121 601 6126

e-mail: [email protected]

Web: www.metsec.com

Sector applicationsApartments

Waverley Point, Shawlands - Glasgow

Student accommodation

Student accommodation - Lincoln

Hotels

Express Holiday Inn - Glasgow Airport

Nursing homes

Nursing home - Wallyford

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Steel Framing Metsec System