Floor Framing

The Floor Framing module within SteelSmart® System provides analysis and design of common floor joists and beams constructed with light steel framing TSN JamStud® and ‘cee’ sections.

Floor Framing Screen

Users may select from 4 standard floor joist and 4 standard beam configurations, or create a custom floor or beam assembly. The standard floor/beam spans are the following:

  • Simple joist
  • Simple span joist with cantilever
  • Double span joist
  • Double span joist with cantilever
  • Simple beam
  • Simple span beam with cantilever
  • Double span beam
  • Double span beam with cantilever

Each design scenario results in the selection of the member, connectors, and fasteners for the assembly.

The Light Steel Framing Manual, 2nd Edition includes the SteelSmart System 6 program in the Software section.