Providing options for both panelised and volumetric design, CPAC bring specialist services to the construction sector by offering light gauge steel components for frames, walls, floors and trusses.
Light gauge steel (LGS) brings significant advantages to all construction projects. From dramatically reduced build times to unparalleled accuracy and build efficiency, minimised wastage and improved strength, durability and performance – CPAC Framing has a quality certified solution that delivers for construction industry clients. Its products are certified to I.S. EN 1090- 1:2009 + A1:2011 quality standard.
Mark Whitehead, Construction Director, says: “Our dedicated production facility, based in Dunshaughlin Co. Meath, utilises the latest HOWICK® precision light steel roll-forming technology to produce LGS profiles in 300, 150 and 89 section sizes”
The 300mm profile is available in fully assembled or flat pack 3D volumetric frames and floor cassettes. Both the 150 and 89 profiles are available in fully assembled 2D wall panels and infill panels with the 150 also engineered for use as floor joists/ cassettes and the 89 engineered for internal partition framing. LGS delivers the best strength-to-weight ratio compared to traditional material choices. Put simply – you get a lot of structure for relatively little weight which improves efficiencies and reduces embodied carbon.
Builds completed with LGS facilitate foundation loads and sizes to be reduced significantly (relative to concrete and block-work construction). This is an accepted and ISO certified technology fully compatible with BIM modelling. Proven and versatile in design and build; LGS meets all building regulations standards across multiple regions, ensuring fire safety. Ease of installation, due to its strength-to-weight ratio allows for greater adaptability when it comes to the design and build of multi-storey structures covering a wide variety of uses.
LGS is fast. Up to 40% faster than traditional methods, with significant saving achieved on-site costs, build programme and handover duration. Time saved during LGS installation positively effects access for follow-on trades. Gavin Fox, Head of Business Development, adds: “CPAC Framing brings an uncompromising focus on quality and exemplary customer service to the construction sector with a commitment to deliver ‘right first time on time’.”
Additional time and cost savings are achieved with service access openings designed into the finished product prior to production. This offsite approach significantly reduces the time and cost of mechanical, electrical and plumbing activities on-site.
LGS starts as coiled rolls of steel, a high percentage of which is manufactured from recycled stock, (potential for end-of-life re-use), individual components are rolled to length and assembled into exact frame section. This results in zero production waste and the virtual elimination of site generated waste. Gavin Fox finishes: “CPAC Framing takes pride in our tested and certified LGS product range and in our ability to service our client’s needs.”
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