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Daniel SpencerAug 26, 2025 2:33:54 PM5 min read

LGS Machine: Light Gauge Steel Roll-Formers Cut Costs & Build Faster

Introduction In modern construction, the demand for speed, precision, and efficiency has ...

Tim LindquistAug 11, 2025 1:57:38 PM2 min read

Why Choose Steel Framing for Mid-Rise Construction Projects

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A Beginner’s Guide to Steel Frame Manufacturing: Factory Basics

Introduction Cold-formed steel (CFS) framing is gaining serious traction and honestly, it ...

Claire GlynnFeb 3, 2025 1:23:02 PM3 min read

Light Gauge Steel Framing Demystified: Addressing Common Beliefs

Light Gauge Steel Framing Demystified: Debunking the Myths Light Gauge Steel Framing ...

Claire GlynnDec 10, 2024 1:44:59 PM5 min read

The Advantages of Using Light Gauge Steel vs Concrete in Construction

Why Developers Should Choose Steel Framing Over Concrete in Construction As a developer, ...

Claire GlynnNov 21, 2024 3:05:08 PM3 min read

Building Resilience: How Steel Framing Stands Up to Hurricane Forces

Why Developers Should Choose Steel Framing for Hurricane-Prone Areas For developers ...

Claire GlynnNov 14, 2024 5:03:15 PM6 min read

Introduction to Light Gauge Steel Framing in Modern Construction

As the construction industry evolves, light gauge steel framing (also known as LGSF and ...

Baider BakerMar 3, 2022 4:19:07 PM4 min read

Light Gauge Steel Framing: An Exceptionally Fast & Affordable Solution

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The FRAMECAD TeamOct 20, 2016 11:00:00 AM3 min read

5 Key Reasons to Choose LGS Construction For Your Next Project

Light Gauge Steel (LGS) or Cold Formed Steel (CFS) construction is a practical, code ...

The FRAMECAD TeamOct 13, 2016 11:00:00 AM3 min read

Light Gauge Steel is Replacing Traditional Construction Methods

As the world around us evolves, so must our building systems and processes; and there are ...

The FRAMECAD TeamAug 23, 2016 5:22:40 PM3 min read

An Innovative Approach to LGSF Construction

In the construction industry, resources come in all shapes and sizes. Some firms focus ...