Strong as steel - because it is steel.
Installing SteelDeck Framing System requires three basic operations: cutting, clamping and fastening.
Cutting Tools may be required to cut blocking as well as framing members. Commonly used cutting tools for steel framing applications include the following: Metal Cutting Saw, Chop Saw and Circular Saw.
Clamping Tools: Clamps are essential tools for steel framing and come in a variety of sizes or throat openings. Locking C-Clamps are typically used to hold the steel pieces together during fastening.
Fastening Tools: The most common methods of fastening steel to steel are screws. Self-drilling screws are the most prevalent fasteners, and they are typically applied with a positive-clutch electric screw gun.
Screws: Self-drilling screws are the most prevalent fasteners for the SteelDeck Framing System. Below you will find a list of some of the most common screws made by Grabber Construction Products for a perfect fit with the SteelDeck Framing System.