Cold Form Metal Framing Catalog - (Page 28) TRADEREADY FLOOR JOIST FLOOR JOIST OVERVIEW OVERVIEW Aegis Metal Framing, LLC is proud to offer TradeReady® steel joist system from Dietrich Metal Framing through our North American network of fabricators. TradeReady® is the original installerfriendly cold formed steel joist system. Steel joists are used in a variety of construction applications including assisted living, military, low-rise, midrise, educational, institutional, multifamily and multi-use commercial structures. Cold formed steel framing is a superior building material, and an ideal, costeffective alternative to structural steel, bar joist and fire-retardant wood. Its high strength-to-weight ratio maximizes building design flexibility and provides rigid structural integrity. Cold formed steel joists provide noncombustible support for fire-rated construction. Aegis Metal Framing offers a comprehensive selection of framing products, services and software to enable the designer to obtain optimal performance at economical costs. ® floor joist system TradeReady® is the original installer-friendly cold formed steel joist system. The pre-punched rim track design speeds layout, installation, and eliminates the use of bearing clips. Large, flanged openings facilitate plumbing, HVAC, and electrical installation. Use steel, instead of wood joists. 100% recyclable. High recycled content for LEED*. Eliminates floor squeak complaints. Preformed joist tabs. Speeds layout and installation. Can eliminate web stiffeners. Greater spanning capabilities. Design flexibility. Wider o.c. spacing requires fewer joists. Wide flange for plywood attachment. Pre-punched openings. No drilling or cutting joist webs. Increase ceiling height. Eliminates soffit framing. Information courtesy of Dietrich Metal Framing “ The Metal Framing and Finishing Catalog, © 2004. * LEED is a registered service mark of the U.S. Green Building Council. 28 Toll Free: 1.866.90.AEGIS . 314.851.2200 . FAX: 314.434.5234 www.aegismetalframing.com . Email: answers@aegismetalframing.com http://www.aegismetalframing.com/Products/TradeReady.html http://www.aegismetalframing.com http://www.aegismetalframing.com
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