Light Steel Framing Magazine Launches - Read Issue One Online Now!

The launch issue of Light Steel Framing Magazine will be hitting desks shortly, and is available to read online now!

Published in partnership with the Light Steel Frame Association, this dedicated steel industry publication features interviews with respected commentators, plus a whole host of product and technical innovations that are transforming the way buildings are designed and delivered.

As the construction industry faces unparalleled challenges, the light steel sector is proving to be highly resilient and robust, with many offsite factories manufacturing to meet supply chain requirements. With proposed new building regulations on the horizon which may play to the strengths of light steel frame construction, many industry insiders are preparing to meet the predicted increase in demand.

This issue discusses:

06 - Overcoming the Challenges of Restrictive Sites 
Restricted access in a busy residential area was not ideal but offsite manufacturing and close collaboration ensured the successful delivery of a challenging family townhouses project by Hadley Steel Framing.

08 - Industry News
Highlighting the latest reports, research, developments and building technology innovations in the UK’s light steel framing sector.

14 - Future Homes Standard
With proposed changes to Part L1A and Part F due soon, offsite experts Cogent Consulting consider the potential implications for lightweight structural solutions.

18 - Build to Rent
As predicted, the UK’s Build-to-Rent (BTR) market is set to grow significantly. Steve Thompson from steel framing specialists EOS, discusses the many opportunities ahead.

22 - Steel, Sustainability and the Circular Economy
The Light Steel Frame Association is on a mission to explain steel’s sustainability benefits and its role in the circular economy.

26 - Bailey Street
Sigmat were appointed by Torsion to deliver the light steel frame for the high-end 220-bed student accommodation block in the centre of Sheffield.

30 - Technical and Standard Developments
The light steel frame sector continues to grow in line with the uptake of offsite construction. The SCI provide an update on recent material developments.

This new Light Steel Framing Magazine presents a great opportunity for those operating within the industry and associated supply chains to have their say – so if you have news to share or an industry issue you would like to raise – then please get in touch through the usual channels.

Read Light Steel Framing Magazine online HERE 

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Website - go to www.lightsteelframingmagazine.co.uk

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