Advantages of Steel Framing

Get progress payment sooner

Because the assembly of steel framing is faster and not subject to delays caused by inclement weather, you are able to reach the closed-in stage sooner. By minimising the time taken to reach this key milestone, you can invoice out and get your progress payments faster.

Your competitive edge

Let other builders use old fashioned timber framing! Steel framing gives the progressive builder a competitive edge in the tough house construction market and an improved profit margin.

High construction strength

Steel has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of all building materials. Combined with a rigid connector system, steel framing provides superior strength compared to houses built with traditional timber frames. Steel frames are non-flammable, will not crack, splinter or warp. In fact, steel framing is so strong that it is recommended over timber framing in the hurricane belts across America.

More accurate than timber framing

The lightweight steel frame material is manufactured to the nearest millimetre. Assembly is fast and accurate, producing straight frames, accurate lengths and square corners every time. Doors and windows made with steel framing fit first time, reducing the need for costly reworks.

Saving construction time

Steel framing is extremely light weight compared to timber framing and dimensionally accurate. It is easily handled by a single person making it a lot quicker to assemble than timber framing. Steel frames are not affected by water, so there are no rain delays waiting for timber frames to dry.

Minimal wastage

Steel framing costs less than timber framing, with only 2% waste compared with up to 20% wastage with timber frame houses. In fact, the entire steel framing for a 200 sq2 home can be made using the steel from six recycled cars!