Prefabrication has become one of the most compelling strategies in modern commercial and multifamily construction — and cold-formed steel (CFS) is at the center of it. Its consistency, strength, and compatibility with engineered connection systems make it ideally...
Design Code Updates Added IBC 2024 as a supported building design code Added AISI S100-16 w/ S2-20 as reference specification for cold formed steel design Added ASCE 7-22 as reference standard for estimation of minimum design loads on buildings Load Generator Updates...
Cold-formed steel studs have become a cornerstone of modern structural framing, particularly in mid-rise construction. But despite decades of proven performance, misconceptions persist — and they can create unnecessary hesitation in design and procurement decisions....
Modular construction is reshaping how buildings are designed and delivered — and cold-formed steel (CFS) is proving to be a critical part of that evolution. Its high strength-to-weight ratio, dimensional consistency, and compatibility with offsite fabrication make CFS...
The construction and steel industries are navigating a period of rapid change. Sustainability mandates, supply chain pressures, shifting trade policy, and growing demand for prefabrication are all reshaping how buildings get designed and built. For structural...
Modern construction demands more than off-the-shelf components. Taller buildings, tighter tolerances, rising code requirements, and increasingly complex architectural designs require structural solutions that go well beyond generic framing details. SteelSmart® System...
Exterior curtain wall framing presents some of the most demanding structural challenges in cold-formed steel design — particularly when engineers must account for vertical deflection, lateral drift, and complex slab bypass conditions. SteelSmart® System is built to...
We’ve released Build 174 of SSS v8.6, which includes important updates, product revisions, and performance improvements. This build ensures that your designs stay aligned with the latest standards while giving you more options and refined tools for light-steel...
The GripClip®, exclusively offered by The Steel Network, is a cutting-edge accessory designed to streamline the attachment of drywall, sheathing, and other materials directly to steel beams and columns. Engineered for precision and efficiency, it provides a superior...
We are excited to announce the release of SteelSmart System (SSS) Version 8.6, the newest upgrade to our powerful light steel framing engineering software. SteelSmart System continues to be the premier solution for cold-formed steel framing design, combining powerful...