Cold Rolled Channel (U-Channel)
Available in galvanized steel meeting ASTM A1003 or hot-dipped galvanized steel meeting ASTM A653, G60
- Used in conjunction with metal lath and plaster in partitions, ceilings, column and beam enclosures, etc
- Bracing studs at door bucks and furring for ceilings
- Bridging, (lateral support) in walls carrying axial and/or wind loads
- Lengths: 16’ stock length. (Other lengths available)
Benefits and Features
Benefits:
- A versatile product commonly used as stiffeners in metal framing systems
- Can also be used in suspended ceilings, furring applications, and both load and non-load bearing walls to help resist twisting of the wall studs
Code Compliance
- AISI North American Specification [NASPEC] S100-07 with 2010 supplement
- IBC 2006, 2009 & 2012 Compliant
- Member of the Steel Framing Industry Association