Why light gauge steel framing is gaining ground.

Light gauge steel framing shortens lead times, controls costs and ensures structural quality, from engineering through to delivery on site.

-50 %

in time on site

Speed of delivery

Off-site manufacturing takes place while the site is being prepared. Numbered panels arrive ready for assembly, significantly reducing erection time and allowing the building envelope to be completed sooner.

Budget

under better control

Cost savings and price control

Material quantities are calculated precisely and operations are planned at the factory. Less waste, less rework and a shorter site programme make overall costs easier to control.

±1 mm

manufacturing accuracy

Precision without re-entering data

The same digital model supports structural calculations, drawings and production control. An integrated digital workflow for cold roll forming, cutting and punching minimises transcription errors.

Engineered

for the project

Structural stability

Each structure is engineered for its loads, spans, wind and snow conditions, and intended building use. Connections and bracing are specified before manufacturing.

Steel

protected and long-lasting

Durability

Galvanised steel with a zinc-magnesium coating provides long-lasting corrosion protection. It does not deform due to moisture and is not susceptible to insect attack.

Off-site

work prepared at the factory

Less on-site labour

Prefabrication transfers much of the work to a controlled industrial environment. It reduces the need for skilled labour on site and provides a practical response to labour shortages.

-60 %

in structural weight

Lightweight construction and simpler logistics

A lightweight structure places lower loads on foundations, simplifies transport and is particularly suitable for extensions and additional storeys. Panels are delivered in the planned assembly sequence.

Recyclable

recoverable material

Environmental benefits and waste reduction

Precision manufacturing limits offcuts and on-site waste. Steel is recyclable, and the lightweight structure reduces transport volumes and foundation requirements.