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SSMA Steel Framing Studs and Track

When choosing a supplier, quality materials are a top priority. That’s why Steel-Con steel framing products are manufactured from 100% prime mill certified steel from domestic steel mills.

Applications

Non-load-bearing exterior curtain walls
Axial load-bearing interior and exterior walls
Interior non-load-bearing walls
Floor joists and headers
Rafters, purlins, and girts

Steel Framing Sizing

Standard Web Sizes

1-5/8″
2-1/2″
3-1/2″
3-5/8″
4″
5-1/2″
6″
8″
10″
12″
14″

Flange Sizes

1-1/4″
1-3/8″
1-5/8″
2″
2-1/2″
3″

Steel-Con/SSMA
Steel Studs and Tracks
ICC ESR-3064P

Thicknesses and Coatings

Steel Framing Thickness Table
Designation Thickness (mils)	Minimum Thickness (in)	Design Thickness (in)	Design Inside Corner Radii (in)	Galvanized Thickness	Reference Only Gauge No
18	0.0179	0.0188	0.0843	G40	25
30	0.0296	0.0312	0.0781	G60	20 – Drywall
33	0.0329	0.0346	0.0764	G60	20 – Structural
43	0.0428	0.0451	0.0712	G60	18
54	0.0538	0.0566	0.0849	G60	16
68	0.0677	0.0713	0.1069	G90	14
97	0.0966	0.1017	0.1525	G90	12

AISI and ASTM Code Standards

AISI’s North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members
A653 – Standard specification for steel sheet, zinc-coated (galvanized) by the hot-dip process
A1003 – Standard specification for steel sheet, carbon, and metallic-coated for cold-formed framing members
A1046 – Standard specification for steel sheet, zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy-coated by the hot-dip process
C645 – Standard specification for nonstructural steel framing members
C754 – Standard specification for installation of steel framing members to receive screw-attached gypsum panel products
C955 – Standard specification for load-bearing (transverse and axial) steel studs, runners (tracks), and bracing or bridging for screw application of gypsum panel products and metal plaster bases
E72 – Standard test methods of conducting strength tests of panels for building construction
E90 – Standard test method for laboratory measurement of airborne sound transmission loss of building partitions and elements
E119 – Standard test methods for fire tests of building construction and materials

Supreme Framing System

Supreme Framing System™ stud and track is a design that uses thinner steel, larger flange and return lip, and superior 57 ksi yield strength when compared to traditional material. Supreme Framing System™ is available nationally through multiple independent steel stud manufacturers.

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Applications

2021 IBC compliant
7th Edition 2020 FBC & FBC-R and 8th Edition 2023 FBC & FBC-R compliant
Multiple UL approved fire-rated assemblies
Excellent acoustical performance
57 ksi steel to reduce screw stripping
Wider flanges available for taller wall heights and screw placement

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Supreme Framing System and Standard Studs and Tracks
IAPMO UER-0313

Technical Information

Sizing

Standard Web Sizes

1-5/8″
2-1/2″
3-1/2″
3-5/8″
4″
5-1/2″
6″
8″

Flange Sizes

1-1/4″
1-7/16″
1-5/8″
2″

Thicknesses and Coatings

Steel Framing Thickness Table
Designation Thickness (mils)	Minimum Thickness (in)	Design Thickness (in)	Design Inside Corner Radii (in)	Galvanized Thickness
D25	0.0147	0.0155	0.0860	G40
D20	0.0179	0.0188	0.0844	G40
30EQD	0.0223	0.0235	0.0820	G60
33EQS	0.0280	0.0295	0.0790	G60
43EQS	0.0380	0.0400	0.0712	G60

UL Head-of-Wall Joint Systems Design Numbers

CJ-D-0004
HW-D-0003
HW-D-0016
HW-D-0020
HW-D-0021
HW-D-0024
HW-D-0025
HW-D-0029
HW-D-0031
HW-D-0034
HW-D-0036
HW-D-0042
HW-D-0043
HW-D-0044
HW-D-0045
HW-D-0046
HW-D-0047
HW-D-0048
HW-D-0049
HW-D-0054
HW-D-0062
HW-D-0063

HW-D-0067
HW-D-0068
HW-D-0069
HW-D-0071
HW-D-0072
HW-D-0073
HW-D-0076
HW-D-0077
HW-D-0082
HW-D-0083
HW-D-0084
HW-D-0085
HW-D-0087
HW-D-0088
HW-D-0089
HW-D-0091
HW-D-0099
HW-D-0101
HW-D-0102
HW-D-0106
HW-D-0107
HW-D-0108

HW-D-0111
HW-D-0134
HW-D-0136
HW-D-0137
HW-D-0144
HW-D-0146
HW-D-0152
HW-D-0154
HW-D-0160
HW-D-0162
HW-D-0167
HW-D-0170
HW-D-0173
HW-D-0183
HW-D-0184
HW-D-0185
HW-D-0186
HW-D-0190
HW-D-0193
HW-D-0194
HW-D-0195
HW-D-0205

HW-D-0210
HW-D-0217
HW-D-0218
HW-D-0241
HW-D-0242
HW-D-0243
HW-D-0246
HW-D-0259
HW-D-0260
HW-D-0263
HW-D-0265
HW-D-0271
HW-D-0272
HW-D-0275
HW-D-0277
HW-D-0278
HW-D-0293
HW-D-0313
HW-D-0322
HW-D-0341
HW-D-0420

HW-D-0421
HW-D-0453
HW-D-0455
HW-D-0461
HW-D-0462
HW-D-0463
HW-D-0467
HW-D-0468
HW-D-0517
HW-D-0532
HW-D-0541
HW-D-0542
HW-D-0548
HW-D-0549
HW-D-0564
HW-D-0569
HW-D-0570
HW-D-0571
HW-D-0572
HW-D-0640
HW-D-0687

AISI and ASTM Code Standards

AISI’s North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members
A653 – Standard specification for steel sheet, zinc-coated (galvanized) by the hot-dip process
A1003 – Standard specification for steel sheet, carbon, and metallic-coated for cold-formed framing members
A1046 – Standard specification for steel sheet, zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy-coated by the hot dip process
C645 – Standard specification for nonstructural steel framing members
C754 – Standard specification for installation of steel framing members to receive screw-attached gypsum panel products
C955 – Standard specification for load-bearing (transverse and axial) steel studs, runners (tracks), and bracing or bridging for screw application of gypsum panel products and metal plaster bases
E72 – Standard test methods of conducting strength tests of panels for building construction
E90 – Standard test method for laboratory measurement of airborne sound transmission loss of building partitions and elements
E119 – Standard test methods for fire tests of building construction and materials

Priceless Header and Kwik-Jamb System

The Priceless Header and Kwik-Jamb System is an engineered header and jamb system that’s cut-to-length and ready to install, saving 70% to 80% in labor cost over traditional methods.

Offers a revolutionary solution for header and jamb systems for door and window openings
Provides a standard solution to the many problems associated with traditional headers and jambs that have troubled architects, engineers, contractors, and inspectors for decades
Standardizes the system for exterior and interior openings
Creates simplicity for the architect, engineer, and contractor

Priceless Header and Kwik-Jamb Order Form

Features & Benefits

Reduces labor cost by 70% to 80%
Meets or exceeds building code criteria
Includes section property tables
Typical CAD details for windows and doors
Easy-to-use member selection tables and software
Pre-cut engineered assembly, reducing waste
Provided saddle clip for easy connections to Kwik-Jamb
No cutting of stud flanges or welding required
Conveys greater axial strength
Improved stiffness for deflection
Excellent for load bearing applications
Simplifies engineering design for jambs and headers
Excellent bending strength in both (x) and (y) directions

Material Composition

Product conforms to ASTM A653 / A653M standard specifications.

Yield Strength

33, 43 mil: 33 ksi
54, 68, 97, 127 mil: 57 ksi

Coating Thickness

33, 43, 54 mil: G60 hot-dipped galvanized coating
68, 97, 127 mil: G90 hot-dipped galvanized coating

Material Thickness

33 mil
43 mil
54 mil
68 mil
97 mil
127 mil

Priceless vs. Built-up Headers

Installation Video

SoundGuard™ Silent Steel Framing System

The SoundGuard™ Silent Steel Framing System is a patented interior framing system specifically designed to easily construct partition walls with high STC ratings. Invented and designed by a contractor, the SoundGuard™ system was created to save labor on construction and achieves excellent sound rating numbers.

The control of noise and vibration is essential for health, safety, environment, and quality. SoundGuard™ Framing System is expertly designed to provide a practical and cost effective solution to noise control. Steel-Con manufactures a complete line of acoustical framing studs and track to meet noise requirements and to help solve many noise problems. SoundGuard™ studs and track assemble quickly to provide complete or partial walls for residential condos, apartments, conference rooms, equipment rooms, hospitals, and more.

Features & Benefits

Labor saving from traditional construction of two separate walls
Actually tested in accordance with real life framing practices
Increased STC ratings resulting from sound dampening material
Achieves 1-hour partition fire rating in accordance with ASTM E119
Eliminate layers of GWB while maintaining STC Ratings
Available in Slotted Track

SoundGuard Brochure

Sound Rating Data

Single Layer 5/8″ Type X GWB 1×1 Application
Wall Size	Application	STC Rating
3⅝” Wall	2 – 1 5/8″ Studs, Single GWB each side, R-13 Insulation	52*
4″ Wall	2 – 1 5/8” Studs, Single GWB each side, R-13 Insulation	52*
6″ Wall	2 – 2 1/2” Studs, Single GWB each side, R-19 Insulation	52*
6″ WIDE FOAM Wall	2 – 1 5/8” Studs, Single GWB each side, R-13 Insulation	52*

*Based on 4″ Wall Testing

Unbalanced 5/8″ Type X GWB 2×1 Application
Wall Size	Application	STC Rating
3⅝” Wall	2 – 1 5/8” Studs, Single GWB one side, Double GWB other side, R-13 Insulation	57*
4″ Wall	2 – 1 5/8” Studs, Single GWB one side, Double GWB other side, R-13 Insulation	57*
6″ Wall	2 – 2 1/2” Studs, Single GWB one side, Double GWB other side, R-19 Insulation	57*
6″ WIDE FOAM Wall	2 – 1 5/8” Studs, Single GWB one side, Double GWB other side, R-13 Insulation	57*

*Based on 4″ Wall Testing

Double Layer 5/8″ Type X GWB 2×2 Application
Wall Size	Application	STC Rating
3⅝” Wall	2 – 1 5/8” Studs, Double GWB each side, R-13 Insulation	60*
4″ Wall	2 – 1 5/8” Studs, Double GWB each side, R-13 Insulation	60*
6″ Wall	2 – 2 1/2” Studs, Double GWB each side, R-19 Insulation	60*
6″ WIDE FOAM Wall	2 – 1 5/8” Studs, Double GWB each side, R-13 Insulation	60*

*Based on 4″ Wall Testing

Patent #9,523,197 B2 U.S.A.