CONTENTS

Introduction

4-5

Metsec SFS On-Site Fixed Systems for

Load Bearing Walls and Floors

6-23

The System

SFS Components

Sector Applications

External Walling

10

Infill

12

Continuous

14

Details

15

Internal Load Bearing Elements

16

High Bay Separating Walls

20

Fixings

22

Specification Notes

23

Metsec METFRAME Complete Lightweight

Steel Framed Buildings

24-39

The System

24

Sector Applications

28

Assembly

32

Walls

34

Floors

36

Roofs

38

Applied Finishes

40-41

Performance Tables

42-47

General

42

Floors

43

Walls

43

Loading Data & Spans

46

FAST TRACK STEEL BUILDING SYSTEMS

WITH BRITISH GYPSUM INTERNAL LININGS

Metsec. A name you can trust. Synonymous with fast track steel
frame buildings. We pioneered this construction technique in
the UK. Our track record extends to over 1,000 installations.
Major projects covering all building sectors. Total, fully engineered
and tested solutions. The versatility to give complete freedom of
design. High precision components and ease of build. A complete
pre-contract service, including structural calculations and
underwritten by Professional Indemnity Insurance. Guaranteed
performance and unparalleled project back up. Proven load bearing
systems in conjunction with high performance British Gypsum
internal linings. Think metal. Specify Metsec solutions.

FAST TRACK STEEL BUILDING SYSTEMS

WITH BRITISH GYPSUM INTERNAL LININGS

Working together to build a better future.

QUALIT Y ASSURANCE
Metsec operates strict design and quality control procedures,
having originally obtained BS 5750 Part 1 Accreditation in 1990.
The company is now registered to
European Standard ISO 9001, covering
both design and manufacture.

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INTRODUCTION
METSEC SFS

Metsec SFS fast track building systems are specified to construct

Gainsborough

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.

F E AT U R E S

High precision, load bearing 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

Gainsborough

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METSEC METFRAME

The Metsec Metframe system, using cold rolled lightweight

Every project is structurally designed in-house and

galvanized steel sections in bolt together pre-fabricated

underwritten by PI Insurance. Sophisticated software,

panels, provides a fast-track solution for medium rise load

developed for Metframe, is used by technical staff to

bearing superstructures .

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.

3D Rear Elevation

F E AT U R E S

Design flexibility
Rapid dry construction
High thermal insulation
Superior acoustic performance

Accurate
Cost-effective
Lightweight
Quality Assurance

Firhill Student Accommodation,

Glasgow
400 bed, 7 storey Metframe
construction with single-storey
parking underneath. Brickwork
external skin, and curved Metsec
steel roof.

Front Elevation

METSEC SFS
THE SYSTEM

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

Metsecs technical support team are able to provide an immediate

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

response to enquiries where their in-house engineers prepare

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

initial calculations in order to establish structural zones and

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 weathered 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.

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 insulation 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

Stand alone structures, particularly roof top extensions, stick

built or pre-panelised are yet another application of this
robust, lightweight building method.

Twelve Quays - Birkenhead

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METSEC SFS
COMPONENTS

Metsec SFS relies on high quality, purpose designed

n Joist/stud sections

components. The design of sections draws on Metsecs

These form the main support of the structure and are used primarily as wall studs

extensive cold rolling knowledge to maximise strength to

and floor joists. Joist/stud sections are also used in combination with channel

weight ratios. Stud/joist sections and channel runners are

runners to create lintels and cills at door and window openings.

manufactured from pre-hot dipped galvanised steel G275

coating, guaranteed yield strength 390 N/mm and Quality

n Channel runners

Assured to BS EN ISO 9002:1994. Sections can be supplied in

Runners are used to form the horizontal base, intermediate and capping sections

lengths up to 16m to minimise the need for cutting and splicing

of the stud walls. The depth of runner used will depend on its function.

on site. In practice, maximum lengths will be dictated by

n Bracing

JOIST/STUD SECTION
CHANNEL RUNNER

METSEC SFS SECTION DIMENSIONS

transportation and site handling considerations.

WEIGHT
Kg/m
1.83
2.14
2.67
3.56
2.64
3.37
4.47
3.13
4.18
5.56
5.11
6.38
6.97
10.1
1.47
3.26
2.14
2.67
3.56
2.64
4.47
3.13
5.56
3.13
6.38
5.11
6.97
10.1

D
mm
70
100
100
100
150
150
150
200
200
200
250
250
300
300
74
74
104
104
104
154
154
204
204
254
254
304
304
306

B
mm
35
54
55
56
57
60
60
57
69
69
68
68
60
62
40
65
62
63
63
63
66
63
75
38
75
50
68
68

L
mm
10
15
15
15
13
13
13
13
14
14
14
14
15
15
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

T
mm
1.5
1.2
1.5
2.0
1.2
1.5
2.0
1.2
1.5
2.0
1.6
2.0
2.0
2.9
1.2
2.0
1.2
1.5
2.0
1.2
2.0
1.2
2.0
1.2
2.0
1.6
2.0
2.9

CHANNEL RUNNER

JOIST/STUD SECTION

Stud section only

METSEC SFS SECTION PROPERTIES

SECTION
REF
70M15 1
100M12
100M15
100M20
150M12
150M15
150M20
200M12
200M15
200M20
250M16
250M20
300M20
300M29
74M12
74M20
104M12
104M15
104M20
154M12
154M20
204M12
204M20
254M12
254M20
304M16
304M20
306M29

Flat strap section is used as lateral and diagonal bracing to resist racking forces.

SECTION
REF
70M15 1
100M12
100M15
100M20
150M12
150M15
150M20
200M12
200M15
200M20
250M16
250M20
300M20
300M29
74M12
74M20
104M12
104M15
104M20
154M12
154M20
204M12
204M20
254M12
254M20
304M16
304M20
306M29

Area
2
cm
2.31
2.80
3.51
4.68
3.42
4.35
5.76
4.02
5.40
7.16
6.52
8.12
8.84
12.83
1.82
4.00
2.71
3.41
4.52
3.33
5.64
3.93
7.00
3.93
8.00
6.41
8.72
12.65

WEIGHT
Kg/m
1.83
2.14
2.67
3.56
2.64
3.37
4.47
3.13
4.18
5.56
5.11
6.38
6.97
10.1
1.47
3.26
2.14
2.67
3.56
2.64
4.47
3.13
5.56
3.13
6.38
5.11
6.97
10.1

Cy
cm
1.21
1.91
1.95
1.99
1.64
1.75
1.75
1.40
1.84
1.84
1.59
1.60
1.23
1.30
1.08
2.15
1.73
1.78
1.80
1.46
1.60
1.25
1.66
0.49
1.47
0.68
1.13
1.16

Ixx
4
cm
18.3
46.8
58.5
77.5
121.0
154.8
203.3
236.8
331.4
436.6
590.6
732.0
1069.1
1548.3
16.4
39.4
49.8
62.5
82.2
123.1
208.7
237.4
439.3
305.0
736.6
728.6
1070.1
1559.5

Iyy
4
cm
3.92
11.86
15.21
20.57
14.65
20.40
26.45
15.92
32.09
41.75
34.95
42.82
33.60
50.35
2.99
18.18
10.96
14.20
18.70
12.88
23.96
13.88
36.89
3.47
39.04
10.36
30.86
43.94

Zxx
3
cm
5.22
9.36
11.71
15.50
16.13
20.64
27.11
23.68
33.14
43.66
47.25
58.56
71.28
103.22
4.43
10.65
9.58
12.02
15.81
15.99
27.10
23.27
43.07
24.01
58.00
47.94
70.40
101.93

Zxc
3
cm
5.21
8.29
11.16
15.41
14.39
19.37
26.80
21.83
30.20
42.58
44.90
57.61
71.02
103.21
3.15
7.39
5.82
7.76
11.40
10.47
19.89
16.20
31.10
20.30
43.33
40.14
55.90
87.97

rxx
cm
2.81
4.09
4.08
4.07
5.94
5.97
5.94
7.67
7.83
7.81
9.52
9.49
11.00
10.99
3.00
3.14
4.29
4.28
4.26
6.08
6.08
7.77
7.92
8.81
9.60
10.66
11.08
11.10

ryy
cm
1.30
2.06
2.08
2.10
2.07
2.17
2.14
1.99
2.44
2.41
2.31
2.30
1.95
1.98
1.28
2.13
2.01
2.04
2.03
1.97
2.06
1.88
2.30
0.94
2.21
1.27
1.88
1.86

Po
2
N/mm
390
369
383
390
332
354
376
296
325
354
305
332
310
351
388
390
366
381
390
329
374
293
352
256
331
275
309
349

Q
0.932
0.665
0.786
0.909
0.544
0.638
0.757
0.468
0.530
0.650
0.496
0.575
0.513
0.603
0.533
0.682
0.387
0.464
0.600
0.305
0.460
0.253
0.369
0.243
0.322
0.263
0.299
0.409

es
cm
0.08
0.42
0.34
0.17
0.75
0.67
0.49
0.96
0.97
0.80
1.12
0.99
1.03
0.76
-0.54
-1.11
-1.06
-1.01
-0.87
-0.88
-0.78
-0.73
-0.87
-0.10
-0.74
-0.17
-0.45
-0.28

Notes to tables:
1. Properties are for single C studs and track sections 2. All dimensions are in mm. The first 2/3 digits indicate the depth of the section
3. Service slots measuring 100mm x 40mm, (60mm x 30mm in the 70mm stud), can be provided on the centre line of the web, 600mm from the end of each stud if required.
4. es = Shift in neutral axis due to axial load. Positive value means axis shifts away from web.

METSEC SFS
SECTOR APPLICATIONS

Metsec SFS is a highly versatile building solution, first introduced

in the UK in 1985, which allows the designer complete freedom
of choice. To date the system has been specified in over a
thousand projects a track record that speaks for itself.
Examples of projects that have successfully utilised the
SFS system:

H E A LT H

Aintree Hospital
Law Hospital
Edinburgh Royal Hospital
Bishop Aukland Hospital
Royal Bournemouth Hospital
New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton
Nuffield Hospital, Leeds

Nuffield Hospital, Hull

Hope Hospital, Manchester
Prospect Park Hospital, Reading
Corbett Hospital, Dudley
Maidstone Hospital
Balham Health Centre
Colchester Hospital

E D U C AT I O N

Glasgow Caledonian Students Union

Fife Schools
Westerhope School, Newcastle
Bournemouth School
University of Portsmouth

Brantridge School, West Sussex

Middlesborough Academy
Llancarfon Primary School
City of Bristol College
Throckley School, Newcastle

Sudbury Art Centre

Sudbury Arts, Performing Arts Centre

Stand alone structure featuring lattice beams and SFS walls.
Special point is the curved architectural features.

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SECTOR APPLICATIONS

COMMERCIAL

Riverside House

200 Broomielaw, Glasgow

Vodafone Headquarters, Newbury
London Electricity Group Offices, Exeter
Tesco, Gloucester
Rolls Royce, Glasgow
Brindley Place, Birmingham

LEISURE

Centre for Life, Newcastle upon Tyne

Saint Andrews Bay Hotel, Fife

Bellahouston Sports Centre, Glasgow
Leicester City Football Club
Millennium Dome
Wimbledon Tennis Courts,
Camera Platforms

Wycliffe Sports Centre

RESIDENTIAL

Tradewinds, East London

Higgins Homes, London

Gainsborough Studios, London
Imperial Terrace Apartments, Isle of Man
Left Bank Apartments, Manchester
Hacienda Apartments, Manchester
Dyer Street, Ireland
Smugglers Way, London
Tradewinds, East London, adjacent to Thames Barrier
360 apartments, SFS provided an accurate background
for terracotta and insulated render.

METSEC SFS
EXTERNAL WALLING

The Metsec Steel Framing System (SFS) 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 insulation.
Centre for Life, Newcastle upon Tyne
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.
n Early weather protection to the building
n Lightweight, dry construction
n Pre-fabrication on or off-site
n Achieves high thermal and acoustic performances
n Wind posts not required
n Gives lateral support to most external cladding materials
n 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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EXTERNAL WALLING

55 Degree North, 165 bed apartments

Colchester Hospital

Heaton Manor School, Newcastle upon Tyne

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METSEC SFS
EXTERNAL WALLING
INFILL
Metsec SFS forms a framed steel stud structure which is fixed
between main frame members. It is generally positioned at the
slab edge allowing insulation and external veneers to be installed
continuously outside the main structural frame.
Drawings are indicative and intended for illustration purposes only.

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EXTERNAL WALLING
INFILL

Deflection Head Detail

Deflection Bracket

Full height studs to size, gauge and centres determined

by design. Studs fixed to track with low profile head Tek
screws to each flange.

Deep runner track for deflection head.

Channel track.

38VB09 lateral bracing on both sides.

1No. Tek screw to every stud flange, 3No. Tek screws
to solid blocking.

Solid blocking (of stud section) cut to fit snugly

between studs. To be fitted every third bay and to

Typical Jamb/Cill Junction

end studs.
F

Minimum 150mm long stud section as support bracket,

fixed through the web of jamb with 4No. Tek screws.

Stainless steel brick-tie-channel at 600mm horizontal

centres (and to adjacent apertures if brickwork forms
the external skin).

15-25mm deflection gap between top of stud and

underside of track, depending on deflection
requirements. No screw fixings between stud
and track.

Base Detail

Fixing to concrete slab - refer to project calculations.

Deflection bracket - fixed to head track.

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METSEC SFS
EXTERNAL WALLING
CONTINUOUS
Metsec SFS continuous external walling system is constructed
outside the main structural frame. It is ideal for two and three
storey buildings where floor areas need to be maximised.
Studs are fixed to cleat supports at each floor. The system is
designed to allow for deflection in the building slabs.
Drawings are indicative and intended for illustration purposes only.

Head Detail

Intermediate Floor Detail

Full height studs to size, gauge and centres

determined by design. Studs fixed to track with
low profile head Tek screws to each flange.

Channel track.

Continuous angle designed and provided by others

anchored to edge of slab at base level of Metsec.
Track fixed to angle with Tek screws.

Angle cleats (typically galvanised), Tek screwed to face of main

frame and with 2No. vertical slots for Teks to studs.

Head track/base track with pairs of Tek screws to each stud.

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EXTERNAL WALLING
DETAILS
Walls and junctions are lined with a combination of
Gyproc FireLine board and Gyproc WallBoard to provide
a fire protective internal surface suitable for direct
decoration.
Key junction detailing at door and window openings
as shown are indicative.

Jamb Detail - Plan View

A

Twist-in stainless steel brick ties at 450mm vertical centres.

Stainless steel brick tie channels at 600mm maximum

horizontal centres fixed through insulation into studs
with Stand-off screw at 450mm vertical centres.

Nominal 50mm cavity.

Rigid foam insulation to external face of SFS partition.

Metsec SFS studs to gauge, size and centres determined

Head Detail

by structural design.
F

Window unit.

Facing brickwork.

1x12.5mm Gyproc FireLine board (face layer),

1x12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard (inner layer),
(or 2x15mm Gyproc WallBoard).

Cill Detail

Base Detail

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METSEC SFS
INTERNAL LOAD
BEARING ELEMENTS
WALLS & FLOORS
The strength to weight ratio of
galvanized cold rolled sections is a
major benefit when designing stand
alone

structures

and

rooftop

extensions.
Load bearing walls can be panellised
or stick built on site with studs fixed
into channels at maximum 600mm
centres and all bracing (both lateral
and diagonal) provided as required
by the structural calculations. Door
and window openings are easily
accommodated and junction details
are simple and straightforward.
Lightweight steel floor joists are also
screw fixed at maximum 600mm
centres ensuring that joists coincide
with

studs

below.

Again,

all

necessary bracing forms part of the

Downstream,
adjacent to
Waterloo Bridge
2 storey
penthouse on
existing building
Downstream

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INTERNAL LOAD
BEARING ELEMENTS
WALLS & FLOORS

Higgins Homes

Higgins Homes,
East London.
Luxury apartments
and stand alone,
2 storey penthouse
flats
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METSEC SFS
INTERNAL LOAD
BEARING ELEMENTS
WALLS & FLOORS
A

Full height studs to size, gauge and centres determined

by design.

Channel track. Studs fixed to track with 2No. low profile

head Tek screws to each flange.

Additional stud adjacent to apertures for brick tie

channel (where brickwork clad).

Short stud section as support bracket. 4No. Tek screws

through web to jamb stud.

Solid blocking (of stud section) cut to fit snugly

between studs. To be fitted every third bay and to end

Window Cill Detail

studs in partition.
F

38VB09 lateral bracing on both sides. 1No. Tek screw to

every stud flange, 3No. Tek screws to solid blocking.

100VB12 cross bracing in positions specified in design.

4No. Tek screws to base and head track.

Fixing to concrete slab - refer to project calculations.

Stainless steel brick tie channel at 600mm horizontal

centres positioned 70mm min, 215mm max from all
apertures. Fixed to studs with stand-off screws and
rubber washers at 450mm vertical centres.

Foil faced, rigid insulation board fixed to studs with

Tek screws and plastic mushrooms/caps at 600mm

Blocking Detail

vertical centres.

Insulation and Brick Tie Channels

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INTERNAL LOAD
BEARING ELEMENTS
WALLS & FLOORS
A

Full height studs to size, gauge and centres determined

by design. Studs fixed to track with 2No. low profile head
Tek screws to each flange.

Partition top track.

Channel track joist support. Joists fixed to track with

4No. Tek screws to each flange.

Joists to size, gauge and centres determined by design.

Joists over partition to cantilever equally to form 600mm lap.

Strengthening over support of 1 metre length of joist

Joist Face Fixed to Panel

section. 6No. Tek screws through web to joist. 2No. Tek screws
through bottom flange of both joists to support.
G

Solid blocking (of joist section) cut to fit snugly between

joists. To be fitted every third bay and to end studs in
partition.

Joists Cantilevering Over Support

Joists Strengthened Over Support

Blocking to Floor Joists

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HIGH BAY
SEPARATING WALLS
Metsec SFS High Bay Wall is a high performance single span separating
wall. Its lightweight construction and uniformly distributed loading
normally obviates the need to strengthen foundations or existing
floors. This reduces the time required for installation and minimalises
the overall project cost.
n Dry construction techniques.
n No need to strengthen foundations in most cases.
David Lloyd Centre, Liverpool
n Up to 3 hours fire resistance using British Gypsum boards.
n Full height studs up to 16m.
n Straightforward to build.
The high performance characteristics of the wall coupled
with ease of build qualities make this the first choice
solution for many commercial, public and industrial projects.
In addition to achieving high levels of fire protection,
using British Gypsums Gyproc and Glasroc boards, the walls
can provide acoustic insulation up to Rw62dB.

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HIGH BAY
SEPARATING WALLS

Full height studs to size, gauge and centres determined

by design. Studs fixed to track with 2No. low profile head
Tek screws to each flange.

Angle section restraint member each side of partition

head.

Solid blocking (of stud section) cut to fit snugly between

studs. To be fitted every third bay and to end studs in
partition.

38VB09 lateral bracing on both sides. 1No. Tek screw to

every stud flange, 3No. Tek screws to solid blocking.

Partition Head Detail

E

Purlin.

2No. stud sections joining into partition. Ends to be cut

short by flange depth of support bracket.

2No. track sections. Tek screws required at 300mm

centres and 150mm from each end.

Short length of stud as support bracket fixed with

6No. Tek screws.

Blocking Detail

Compound Lintel Detail

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METSEC SFS
FIXINGS

Metsec SFS system components can be quickly assembled

on site using approved Ejot fasteners or other approved.
According to the connection type required, the appropriate
fixing device can be selected from the guide below.

Regents Park Medical Centre

E J OT F I X I N G S
APPLICATION

EJOT CODE

General framing screw fixing for studs, joist runners

and bracing sections up to 3.0mm max. material build up.
.
Heavy duty boxed sections, etc. Material build up over 4.0mm
High thread fastener for fixing stainless steel wall tie through
25 - 40mm insulation to max 3.0mm steel stud.
Composite structural details - gusset plates, angle brackets etc.

Timber boarding up to 40mm thick to steel joists up to 3.0mm.

Runners to concrete and structural concrete blocks.

JT2 - NH3 - 5.5x19

5.5 x 19mm
Low Profile Head

HSCF38

5.5 x 38mm
Low Profile Head

LSHT65RW

5.5 x 65mm
Hex Head

LS25

5.5 x 25mm
Hex Head

WDLS65

5.5 x 65mm
Wafer Head

4H32 Drill bit

Code No. SDS4

Metsec section 3.5mm thick to steel up to 12.5mm thick.

DESCRIPTION

HS38

6.3 x 32mm
Hex Head, Masonry Anchor
into pre-drilled hole
5.5 x 38mm
Hex Head

Stand-off fixing screw. Stainless steel wall tie channel through

40-55mm insulation to max 3mm steel.

L SHT 769 16

5.5/6.3 x 76 Hex Head

Stainless steel stand-off screw. Fixing stainless steel wall tie

channel through 30 - 40mm insulation.

JT3 - D3 - 5.5x6.5 516

5.5/6.3 x 6.5 Hex Head

Stainless steel stand-off screw. Fixing stainless steel wall tie

channel through 40 - 60mm insulation.

JT3 - D3 - 5.5x82 516

5.5/6.3 x 82 Hex Head

Note: Drawings are for reference only and are not to scale.

For technical assistance on Ejot fasteners phone 01977 687040.

BRITISH GYPSUM FIXINGS

APPLICATION

IDENTIFICATION

Fixing single or multi-layer, Gyproc or Glasroc

Corrosion resistant self-drilling,

boards to metal framing.

self-tapping zinc plated steel screw

The length of screw selected must give a 10mm

Gyproc Jack-Point Screw in 25, 35, 41 and

with countersunk cross-head.

minimum penetration into the framing.

60mm lengths.

Supplied with screwdriver bits included.

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METSEC SFS
SPECIFICATION NOTES

G E N E R A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N N O T E S F O R M E T S E C F R A M I N G
1.0 PRODUCTS
1.1 Cold rolled components are manufactured from pre-hot dipped galvanised steel, G275 coating, guaranteed minimum yield strength 390 N/mm2.
1.2 All studs, joists, tracks and accessories shall be of a type, size, gauge and spacing as determined by structural calculation and as shown on the
drawings, and shall be supplied by Metsec Framing Division, Broadwell Works, Broadwell Road, Oldbury, West Midlands B69 4HE.
Telephone number 0121 601 6000.
1.3 Unless stated otherwise in the calculations, all structural members are designed in accordance with UK Codes of Practice.
Loadings are calculated in accordance with BS6399 and member capacities in accordance with BS5950.

2.0 FABRICATION
2.1 Prior to fabrication of framing, the Installer shall submit typical details/construction drawings to the Architect or Engineer or obtain approval.
2.2 All framing components shall be cut squarely for attachment to perpendicular members, or as required for an angular fit against abutting members.
2.3 Fixing/screw size and pattern shall be as determined by the structural calculations.

3.0 ERECTION OF COMPONENTS

3.1 Runners shall be securely anchored to the supporting structure as shown on the drawings.
3.2 Complete, uniform and level bearing support shall be provided to upper and lower runners.
3.3 Abutting lengths of runner shall be securely anchored to a common structural element and spliced, all as determined by structural calculations.
3.4 Studs shall be plumbed, aligned and securely attached/located within upper and lower runners.
3.5 Framing of wall openings shall include headers, lintels and supporting studs as shown on the drawings.
3.6 Temporary bracing shall be provided where required until the completion of erection.
3.7 Resistance to bending and rotation about the minor axis shall be provided by bracing and strapping as shown on the drawings.
3.8 Splices in studs shall not be permitted except where specifically designed by Metsec.
3.9 Joists shall be located directly over load bearing studs or a load distribution member shall be provided at the top of the wall all as determined by
structural calculations. Web stiffeners are to be provided at reaction points and/or at points of concentration loads where indicated on the drawings.

4.0 EXTERNAL WALL PANELS

4.1 Insulation should be provided over the external face of stud walling that is sufficiently robust to remain in place during and post construction,
and should be of adequate thermal resistance to prevent cold bridging and interstitial condensation. Insulation should be fixed in accordance with
manufacturers instructions.
4.2 Consideration should be given to joints in insulation boards and the repair of damage to prevent moisture ingress,
e.g. taping of joints or provision of a breather membrane.
4.3 Internal linings should be fixed in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and selected to achieve the specified performance for fire,
thermal and acoustics. Where the lining boards are plasterboard, reference should be made to British Gypsums White Book and current literature
(www.british-gypsum.com).
4.4 Where masonry cladding forms the external envelope, this should be tied back to the Metsec studs using stainless steel wall ties and continuous
28/15/1.5 channels fixed with stand-off screws as specified in the structural calculations.
Additional studs are to be fixed at all jambs and brickwork control joints to provide support for wall ties.

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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, galvanized steel sections in
bolt together pre-engineered panels to form storey high walls.
These combined with structurally efficient 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.

Travel Inn, Southampton

6 storey Metframe hotel structure built off ground floor
cantilevered concrete frame forming car park.
Brickwork clad external walls. Concrete floors.
Metsec curved lattice roof structure.

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METFRAME
THE SYSTEM

Travel Inn, Southampton

Travel Inn, Southampton

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METFRAME
THE SYSTEM

Parkside School

Timber wallplate.

Studs.

Channel track.

Z to support decking.

Brick-tie-channels.

Insulation.

Flat strap bracing.

Bracing board.

Timber truss.

RNLI, Poole
4 storey accommodation block.
In an exposed seaside location.
Metframe built on 2 storey
RNLI, Poole

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podium. Curved metal roof.

METFRAME
M
ETFRAME
S E C TSYSTEM
THE
O R A P P L I C AT I O N S

Grange School
4 storey school incorporating sports
hall with library suspended over.

Grange School

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METFRAME
SECTOR APPLICATIONS
Examples of projects utilising the Metframe system:

F L AT S / A P A R T M E N T S
Consistent high quality of construction with narrow wall
thicknesses to satisfy current demanding Building Regulations
in relation to sound transmission.

Saint Clairs Road, Glasgow

Bow Road, London
100-110 Hotwell Road, Bristol
Higher Warberry Road, Torquay
Style Street, Manchester
Bethnall Green, London
Flats at Cheltenham

Tunnel Wharf, London

11 flats and oval, zinc clad
2 storey penthouse.
Ground floor includes
offices, restaurants and
underground car parking.
Lightweight construction
necessary, as built over
Rotherhide tunnel.

Tunnel Wharf, London

Higher Warberry Road, Torquay

Higher Warberry Road, Torquay

4 storey flats with internal atrium. Restrictive working

during construction as in existing residential area.
Lightweight balconies designed to bolt onto structure.

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METFRAME
SECTOR APPLICATIONS

CALA HOMES

Waverley Point, Shawlands, Glasgow

Toledo Court, Muirend, Glasgow

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METFRAME
SECTOR APPLICATIONS

E D U C AT I O N A L

Student Accommodation, Lincoln

294 bed. Stepped elevations from four to seven storeys, including

Rapid construction to achieve an early weather

accommodation in roof-space. Access was very restricted.

tight shell allowing programmes to hit opening

dates in line with the academic years.

Student Accommodation, Bells Pottery, Glasgow

Student Accommodation, Firhill, Glasgow
Student Accommodation, Lincoln
Residential Training College, RNLI, Poole
Residential Training College, HMS Collingwood
Police Training College, Ryton
Classroom Blocks, Parkside School
Classroom Block, The Grange School, Bradford
Kenton School, Durham
Student Accommodation, Lincoln

Parkside School, Bradford

Four linked 2 storey blocks. 12 metre span floors.
Metsec C-section low pitch roofs. Walls and roofs clad with
composite panels fixed directly to Metframe structure.

Parkside School, Bradford

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METFRAME
SECTOR APPLICATIONS
Express Holiday Inn,

HOTELS

Glasgow Airport
4 storey, 143 bed.

Rapid return on investment makes

Rendered tower

Metframe ideal for this application.

contains plant room

Days Inn, Dublin

Days Inn, Kilarney
Holiday Inn Express, Hammersmith
Holiday Inn Express, Knowsley
Holiday Inn Express, Leith
Prima Hotel, Hellaby Hall
Travel Inn, Southampton
Travel Inn, Kew
Travelodge, Ilford
Travelodge, Liverpool
Travelodge, Willinghouse
Valedero Apartments, Cuba

Express Holiday Inn, Glasgow Airport

N U R S I N G H O M E S / H O S P I TA L S
Flexibility of spans and arrangements
is a key feature of Metframe.

Cambridge Nursing Home

Cumbernald Nursing Home
BHC Technology, Manchester
Shimitzu UK
Kroweska Gora Hospital, Poland
Kalkow Hospital, Poland
Gydnia Hospital, Poland
Residential Care Home, Coldeast
Residential Care Home, Fleming House
Residential Care Home, Andover
Residential Care Home, Marlfield
Residential Care Home, Oakridge
Residential Care Home, Ticehurst

Nursing Home, Wallford

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METFRAME
ASSEMBLY

RING BEAM
The ringbeam of a cold-rolled galvanized C-section is an essential
part of the Metframe structure. Once installed it forms the level
base for all load bearing walls as well as establishing the set out
lines for all floors. Angle cleats are anchored to the foundations
and the vertical leg is fixed to the external face of the C-section
ringbeam. When all ringbeams are installed the ground floor slab
is poured using the ringbeam as a permanent shutter, which
provides a level base for the wall panels.

W A L L F A B R I C AT I O N
The approved Metsec installer will deliver panels to site and erect
them. External panels have foil-faced rigid foam insulation and
brick-tie channels or cement particle board for render factory fitted
during fabrication. Panels will include all door and window
apertures to receive windows by others.

FLOOR LOADING
Prior to fixing floor decking to the top of wall panels, each room is
loaded out with bathroom pods and plasterboard together with
any other finishing materials. The early loading out of materials in
this manner greatly improves the finishing works programme.

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METFRAME
ASSEMBLY

FLOOR DECKING
The Metframe system incorporates structural metal decking to
form an in-situ concrete floor. This gives significant advantages in
relation to acoustic and fire requirements.
When required within the Building Regulations, resistance to
progressive collapse is provided by continuous reinforcement bars
acting as ties at panel heads.

ROOFS
The Metframe structure is designed to accommodate virtually any
roof finish from traditional concrete tiles to composite panels.
The roof structure can be timber trusses or steel depending on
architectural requirements.

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METFRAME
WALLS

Typical Cross Section

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METFRAME
WALLS
A

Full height studs to size, gauge and centres determined

by design.

Panel Head Detail, External Wall

100x50x2mm angle into gable panel.

Z deck support panel head member.

100VB12 Diagonal bracing strap.

Deep flanged stud as jamb member.

Brick tie channel 70 - 215mm from jamb.

Non-lipped studs below windows.

Channel track.

C-Section ringbeam.

Angle cleats at 1000mm centres to fix ringbeam

to foundation.

Window Cill Detail

Ringbeam Detail

Student Accommodation, Lincoln

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METFRAME
FLOORS
CONCRETE

Deck support Zs forming panel head.

Deck support Z fixed to hot-rolled beam.

100x50x2mm angle fixed to panel head as

concrete stop.

Anti-crack mesh.

Reinforcement bars.

Tie bars to prevent progressive collapse.

Profiled metal decking.

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METFRAME
FLOORS
JOISTED

Joist support Zs forming panel head.

Joists (size, gauge and centres determined by design).

Track (joists fixed to track with 1No. M12 countersunk

bolt to each flange).

Board fixed to joists.

Acoustic overlay.

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METFRAME
ROOFS

Studs.

Panel head top track.

Timber wallplate screw fixed to top track.

Timber roof truss.

Internal panel is fitted between studs. Top of

panel 10mm nominal below underside of truss.

Timber blockings nailed to truss and

fixed to head of internal wall.

Joisted Floor

Timber Truss Roof

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Timber Truss Roof

METFRAME
ROOFS

Studs.

Panel head top track.

Metsec C-section eaves beam.

Metsec C-section roof joists.

Roof joist support track Tek fixed to panel

head track.

Metsec Lattice Truss Roof

Metsec lattice truss.

Metsec purlins.

Metsec Lattice Truss Roof

Metsec Metal Joisted Roof

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APPLIED FINISHES

Metsec SFS and Metframe structures will provide lateral support

to most cladding materials and external veneers, including
brickwork, profiled sheeting, terracotta tiles, timber and proprietary
panels. This gives the designer total flexibility to create the desired
building form.

BRICKWORK

Holiday Inn Express

I N S U L AT E D R E N D E R

Premier House

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APPLIED FINISHES

T E R R A C O T TA
Vodafone Building, Newbury
HQ for Vodafone. Terracotta rainscreen
cladding. Metsec was required to span
large distances across the windows.

Vodafone HQ, Newbury

TIMBER
Pluckley School, Kent
Exterior needed to blend in with the
environment (Kentish barn style).
Thermal insulation values were far greater
than required by Building Regulations.

Pluckley School, Kent

P R O P R I E TA R Y P A N E L S
Kew Bridge
4 storey Metframe Travelodge built off
3 storey podium with composite metal
cladding.

Kew Bridge

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PERFORMANCE TABLES

STRUCTURAL

THERMAL EFFICIENCY

Metframe and SFS load bearing solutions are achieved using

The U values quoted in the external wall table have been obtained

accurately designed engineered components. The studs, channel

by the combined method, which takes account of the performance

runners and joists specified are strengthened by lateral and/or

of the individual elements which make up the wall construction.

diagonal bracing, stiffening, and solid blocking as required to satisfy

the wind loading and structural integrity criteria.

The whole building thermal efficiency requirements of national

Building Regulations can be determined using one of three

All designs produced by Metsecs in-house team are underwritten

methods of compliance; the carbon index method, elemental

by Professional Indemnity Insurance.

method and target U value method.

Comprehensive load/span data is given in the performance tables

contained within. For external walling the maximum allowable
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S O U N D I N S U L AT I O N

lateral wind loads (kN/m ) are given for studs at 600mm centres
and lateral bracing at mid-height. The tables shown are applicable
to limiting deflections of height/360 and height/600. The table
for internal walls gives the maximum allowable axial load (kN/stud)
for studs at 600mm centres and lateral bracing at mid-height.
The span table for internal floors gives the maximum allowable
spans for joists at 400mm or 600mm centres against different
uniform dead/live criteria. The spans apply with or without
acoustic overlay.

The Rw ratings given in the performance tables apply to imperforate

constructions laboratory tested in accordance with BS EN ISO 140-3:
1995, and rated in accordance with BS EN 717: 1997 or assessments
based on these tests. The Ctr adaption term is a requirement of
the Building Regulations, Approved Document E. The Rw + Ctr
measurements emphasise the low frequency performance of
separating elements and assist the building designer in specifying
the best solution. It must be stressed however, that the
Regulations generally require performance to be proven by site
tests and to achieve this full account must be taken of flanking

F I R E R E S I S TA N C E
The fire resistances given in the performance tables apply to
imperforate constructions tested to BS476: Part 22: 1987 or
assessments based on these tests.

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sound transmission and junction detailing.

PERFORMANCE TABLES
FLOORS/WALLS

CONCRETE FLOOR SL AB

JOISTED FLOOR

19mm Viroc Board

18mm V313 Chipboard

Isolgomma R10

Danskin battened floating floor

110mm concrete on 60mm composite deck

19mm Gyproc Plank

100mm Isowool General purpose

15mm Ply

British Gypsum CasoLine MF suspended ceiling grid

200mm Metsec joists @ 600mm centres

2x12.5mm Gyproc FireLine

75mm Isowool High Performance Slab

Fire:

Gypframe RB1 Resilient Bars

60 minutes

Acoustic: Rw = 64dB, Rw + Ctr = 54dB, Lnw = 47dB

Metsec Substantiation report MFD377

2x12.5mm Gyproc FireLine

Fire:

60 minutes

Acoustic: Rw = 62dB, Rw + Ctr = 52dB, Lnw = 51dB

Metsec Substantiation Report MFD384
Notes:
1. Ceiling and floating floor details used in conjunction with concrete and joisted floors will vary to suit site requirements.

ACO U S T I C T E S T S O N I N T E R N A L L E A F TO E X T E R N A L WA L L S
Insulation - see table

INSULATION TYPE

100mm Metsec studs

Rw

Rw + Ctr

50mm insulation between studs

30mm Kingspan TW55

34dB

30dB

2x15mm Gyproc WallBoard

30mm Hitherm

39dB

34dB

Metsec Substantiation Report MFD392

Insulation - see table

INSULATION TYPE

12mm cement particle board

Rw

Rw + Ctr

100mm Metsec studs

30mm Kingspan TW55

35dB

33dB

50mm Isowool High Performance Slab

between studs

30mm Hitherm

43dB

39dB

2x15mm Gyproc WallBoard

Insulation - see table

Metsec Substantiation Report MFD393

INSULATION TYPE

12mm cement particle board

Rw

Rw + Ctr

100mm Metsec studs

30mm Hitherm

42dB

38dB

50mm Isowool High Performance Slab

between studs

30mm Kingspan TW55

48dB

40dB

Gypframe RB1 Resilient Bars

Metsec Substantiation Report MFD394

2x15mm Gyproc WallBoard

Notes:
1. Acoustic data provided does not take account of the effects of the outer leaf or openings. These effects are to evaluated in order to determine overall wall performance
2. Studs are 600mm centres in all walls tested.
3. Sound insulation values are for airtight constructions in the absence of flanking sound transmission.

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WALLS
EXTERNAL
103mm brickwork
50mm cavity
Kingspan insulation
- see table
100mm Metsec stud
2x15mm Gyproc
WallBoard

INSULATION

BRICK-TIE-CHANNEL FIXINGS

U VALUE

35mm Thermawall TW55

Carbon Steel

0.35 W/m2K

50mm Thermawall TW55

Carbon Steel

0.29 W/m2K

30mm Thermawall TW55

Stainless Steel

0.34 W/m2K

42mm Thermawall TW55

Stainless Steel

0.30 W/m2K

INSULATION

BRICK-TIE-CHANNEL FIXINGS

U VALUE

50mm Kooltherm K15

Carbon Steel

0.33 W/m2K

60mm Kooltherm K15

Carbon Steel

0.30 W/m2K

Fire resistance = 1 hour (from inside)

Metsec Substantiation Report MFD380

Rainscreen cladding
Cavity (various)
Kingspan insulation
- see table
100mm Metsec stud
2x15mm Gyproc
WallBoard

Sto render system

Cavity
12mm external grade
sheathing board

Fire resistance = 1 hour (from inside)

Metsec Substantiation Report MFD383

STO INSULATION PS 15 5E

U VALUE

60mm

0.29 W/m2K

40mm
0.33 W/m2K
100mm Metsec studs
+ Isowool high
Fire resistance = 1 hour (from inside)
performance slab
Metsec Substantiation Report MFD395
2x15mm WallBoard

Notes:
1. Fire resistance - values do not include any contribution from the exterior cladding.
2. Thermal performance values assume normal exposure conditions.
3. Sound insulation values are for airtight constructions in the absence of flanking sound transmission.
4. For full information of British Gypsum products included in these tables reference can be made to the British Gypsum White Book and current literature
(www.british-gypsum.com).
5. Performance data applies to load bearing construction. For details of non-load bearing internal construction refer to the British Gypsum White Book and current literature
(www.british-gypsum.com).
6. Studs are at 600mm centres in all walls tested.
7. Where Sto render is used, reference should be made to Sto limited details.

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WALLS
INTERNAL
2x15mm Gyproc
SoundBloc

WALL REF.

Gypframe RB1 Resilient Bar

MFD353

Insulation between studs

- see table

MFD388

Metsec Stud - see table

MFD391

2x15mm Gyproc
SoundBloc

Lining - see table

100mm Stud
Insulation between studs
- see table
Lining - see table

STUD

INSULATION
Rw Rw + Ctr
100mm Isowool
250mm General Purpose Roll 62dB
56dB
50mm Isowool
100mm High Performance Slab 54dB
49dB
75mm Isowool
150mm High Performance Slab 60dB
55dB

Fire resistance = 1 hour

WALL REF.
MFD351
MFD371

BOARD (each face)

INSULATION
Rw Rw + Ctr
100mm Isowool
2x12.5mm Gyproc FireLine
General Purpose Roll 55dB 48dB
50mm Isowool
2x15mm Gyproc WallBoard High Performance Slab 48dB 40dB

Fire resistance = 1 hour

Lining - see table

Metsec Stud - see table
Insulation - see table
Lining - see table

15mm Glasroc
FireCase S
100mm Metsec Stud
15mm Glasroc
FireCase S

Lining - see table

Gypframe RB1 Resilient Bar
Stud - see table
Insulation - see table

WALL REF. STUD

MFD368

BOARD (each face)

15mm Gyproc
WallBoard

70mm

INSULATION
Rw Rw + Ctr
25mm Isowool Acoustic
41dB
35dB
Partition Roll (1200)

Fire resistance = 12 hour

WALL REF.

Rw

Rw + Ctr

MFD367

42dB

37dB

Fire resistance = 1 hour

BOARD (each face)

Rw Rw + Ctr
INSULATION
2x15.5mm Gyproc
100mm Isowool
100mm
49db
FireLine
General Purpose Roll 59dB
2x15mm Gyproc 25mm Isowool Acoustic
70mm
49dB
56dB
WallBoard
Partition Roll (1200)
2x15mm Gyproc
50mm Isowool
100mm
50dB
WallBoard
High Performance Slab 55dB

WALL REF. STUD

MFD352
MFD363

Lining - see table

MFD370

Fire resistance = 1 hour

2x15mm Gyproc
SoundBloc
Gypframe RB1 Resilient Bar
Metsec Stud - see table
Insulation between studs
- see table

WALL REF.
MFD362
MFD374

STUD

INSULATION
Rw Rw + Ctr
25mm Isowool Acoustic
70mm Partition Roll (1200) 59dB
51dB
50mm Isowool
100mm High Performance Slab 61dB
54dB

Fire resistance = 1 hour

Gypframe RBI Resilient Bar

2x15mm Gyproc
SoundBloc
Notes:
1. Sound insulation values are for airtight constructions in the absence of flanking sound transmission.
2. For full information of British Gypsum products included in these tables reference can be made to the British Gypsum White Book and current literature
(www.british-gypsum.com).
3. Performance data applies to load bearing construction. For details of non-load bearing internal construction refer to the British Gypsum White Book and current literature
(www.british-gypsum.com).
4. Studs are at 600mm centres in all walls tested.

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LOADING DATA & SPANS
EXTERNAL

Maximum lateral wind load (kN/m ) for studs at 600mm spacing and full lateral bracing at mid-height.

ALLOWABLE LATERAL LOADS

Deflection limited to height/240.

SECTION
REFERENCE

2.4

2.7

WALL HEIGHT (METRES)

3.0

3.6

4.2

70M15

1.44

1.01

0.74

0.39

0.22

100M12

3.00

2.60

1.89

1.10

0.69

100M15

3.00

3.00

2.37

1.37

0.86

100M20

3.00

3.00

3.00

1.82

1.14

150M12

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.68

1.56

150M15

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.14

150M20

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.78

200M12

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.26

200M15

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

200M20

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

Maximum lateral wind load (kN/m ) for studs at 600mm spacing and full lateral bracing at mid-height.

ALLOWABLE LATERAL LOADS

Deflection limited to height/360.

SECTION
REFERENCE

2.4

2.7

WALL HEIGHT (METRES)

3.0

3.6

4.2

70M15

0.96

0.68

0.49

0.29

0.18

100M12

2.47

1.73

1.26

0.73

0.46

100M15

3.00

2.17

1.58

0.91

0.58

100M20

3.00

2.87

2.09

1.21

0.76

150M12

3.00

3.00

3.00

1.89

1.19

150M15

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.42

1.52

150M20

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.00

200M12

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.26

200M15

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

200M20

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

4.2

Maximum lateral wind load (kN/m ) for studs at 600mm spacing and full lateral bracing at mid-height.

ALLOWABLE LATERAL LOADS

Deflection limited to height/600.

SECTION
REFERENCE

2.4

2.7

WALL HEIGHT (METRES)

3.0

3.6

70M15

0.58

0.41

0.30

0.17

0.11

100M12

1.48

1.04

0.76

0.44

0.28

100M15

1.85

1.30

0.95

0.55

0.35

100M20

2.45

1.72

1.26

0.73

0.46

150M12

3.00

2.69

1.96

1.13

0.71

150M15

3.00

3.00

2.51

1.45

0.91

150M20

3.00

3.00

3.00

1.91

1.20

200M12

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.22

1.40

200M15

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

1.96

200M20

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

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LOADING DATA & SPANS

STUD CAPACITIES - ALLOWABLE AXIAL LOADS

INTERNAL

SECTION
REFERENCE

2.4

WALL HEIGHT (METRES)

3.0

2.7

3.6

4.2

70M15

11.62

9.57

7.96

5.71

4.27

100M12

17.72

16.61

15.15

12.41

9.93

100M15

25.10

23.34

21.16

16.85

13.70

100M20

37.93

34.69

31.84

25.04

20.17

150M12

17.75

17.12

16.40

13.97

11.63

150M15

26.54

25.53

23.93

20.31

16.82

150M20

40.91

38.46

35.63

29.48

23.88

200M12

17.43

16.83

16.14

14.14

11.93

200M15

28.08

27.41

26.66

24.83

21.75

200M20

45.20

43.93

42.04

37.18

31.84

Note: Maximum axial load (kN) for studs with full lateral bracing at mid height.

HIGH BAY WALLS - MAXIMUM HEIGHT

UNIFORM HORIZONTAL PRESSURE (kN/m ) @ STUD SPACING (mm)

SECTION

0.2

0.3

0.4

0.5

0.6

REF

400

600

400

600

400

600

400

600

400

600

100M12

7.27

6.35

6.35

5.55

5.77

5.04

5.35

4.68

5.04

4.40

100M15

7.83

6.84

6.84

5.98

6.21

5.43

5.77

5.04

5.43

4.74

100M20

8.60

7.51

7.51

6.56

6.82

5.96

6.34

5.53

5.96

5.21

150M12

9.97

8.71

8.71

7.61

7.92

6.91

7.35

6.42

6.91

6.04

150M15

10.83

9.46

9.46

8.26

8.59

7.51

7.98

6.97

7.51

6.56

150M20

11.86

10.36

10.36

9.05

9.41

8.22

8.74

7.63

8.22

7.18

200M12

12.48

10.90

10.90

9.52

9.90

8.65

9.19

8.03

8.65

7.56

200M15

13.95

12.19

12.19

10.65

11.08

9.68

10.28

8.98

9.68

8.45

200M20

15.30

13.36

13.36

11.67

12.14

10.61

11.27

9.85

10.61

9.27

250M16

16.00

14.78

14.78

12.91

13.43

11.73

12.47

10.89

11.73

10.25

250M20

16.00

15.88

15.88

13.87

14.42

12.60

13.39

11.70

12.60

11.01

300M20

16.00

16.00

16.00

15.74

16.00

14.30

15.19

13.27

14.30

12.49

300M29

16.00

16.00

16.00

16.00

16.00

16.00

16.00

15.02

16.00

14.13

Notes: Noggins and straps at mid height.

Stud is boarded with a minimum of one layer both sides.

JOIST CAPACITIES - MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE SPANS

UNIFORM LOAD (kN/M ) @ JOIST SPACING (mm)

SECTION
REF

WITHOUT ACOUSTIC OVERLAY

DEAD/LIVE
0.5
1.5
400
600

WITH ACOUSTIC OVERLAY

DEAD/LIVE
0.5
1.5
400
600

DEAD/LIVE
0.5
3.0
400
600

WITH OR WITHOUT ACOUSTIC OVERLAY

DEAD/LIVE
DEAD/LIVE
0.5
5.0
1.0
3.0
400
600
400
600

DEAD/LIVE
1.0
5.0
400
600

150M12

3.60

3.55

4.08

3.57

3.28

2.86

2.77

2.42

3.24

2.83

2.77

2.42

150M15

3.90

3.80

4.40

3.87

3.56

3.11

3.00

2.62

3.52

3.07

3.00

2.62

150M20

4.20

4.10

4.73

4.24

3.90

3.41

3.29

2.87

3.85

3.37

3.29

2.87

200M12

4.35

4.30

4.91

4.44

4.10

3.58

3.46

3.02

4.05

3.54

3.46

2.92

200M15

4.80

4.70

5.34

4.83

4.59

4.01

3.87

3.38

4.53

3.96

3.87

3.38

200M20

5.20

5.10

5.72

5.17

5.03

4.39

4.24

3.71

4.97

4.34

4.24

3.71

250M16

5.65

5.55

6.17

5.58

5.56

4.86

4.69

4.10

5.43

4.80

4.69

4.10

250M20

6.00

5.89

6.51

5.89

5.93

5.22

5.04

4.40

5.73

5.16

5.04

4.40

300M20

6.65

6.47

7.16

6.47

6.52

5.89

5.72

5.00

6.30

5.70

5.70

5.00

300M29

7.40

7.10

7.86

7.10

7.15

6.46

6.38

5.65

6.91

6.25

6.25

5.65

Notes: Noggins and straps at midspan.

Floor board screwed to joist at maximum 600mm centres.

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