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Breakthrough Solutions to Superior Floor Construction
Developed specifically for Light Steel Framing in both residential and commercial projects. Providing back to basics simplicity that fully exploits the strength and quality of steel
iSPAN® floor joists are symmetrically shaped and made of variable-gauge light steel, making optimal use of the steel's strength. The joists also have large pre-punched utility holes providing easy access for servicing within the floor depth.
The iSPAN® floor joist system can be installed quickly and has achieved [UL/ULC] fire and acoustic rating—difficult to achieve because materials that improve acoustic isolation often are detrimental to a floor system's fire resistance rating. This floor system permits longer spans and also allows multiple tradesmen to work at the same time on site to facilitate project management and speed of construction
Features:
- Mass Customized to Exact Lengths
- 30 FT+ Clear Spans
- Ultimate Trade Compatibility
- Outperforms Wood & C-Shapes
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| Residential Floor System | Rated Floor Systems | Composite Floor Sysytem |
| iSPAN® Technology provides strong and easy to assemble floor framing for single family homes | The first plywood /OSB sheated floor system that provides a 1 Hour fire rating with 1 layer gypsum | The first composite floor system with integrated concrete beams for balconies |
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Canadian Acoustic & Fire Rating Approvals |
| Description | Listing | FRR | STC | IIC |
| Plywood, 1 Layer Gypsum Board | ULC M513 | 1 hr | 50 | 45 |
| Fortacrete, 1 Layer Gypsum Board | ULC I526 | 1 hr | 56 | _ |
| Fortacrete w/ topping, 2 Layer Gypsum Board | ULC I527 | 2 hr | 59 | _ |
| Composite Floor System | ULC I525 | 2 hr | 50 - 53 | 25 - 34 |
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United States Acoustic & Fire Rating Approvals |
| Description | Listing | FRR | STC | IIC |
| Plywood, 1 Layer Gypsum Board | UL L575 | 1 hr | 50 | 45 |
| Fortacrete, 1 Layer Gypsum Board | UL G558 | 1 hr | 56 | _ |
| Fortacrete w/ topping, 2 Layer Gypsum Board | UL G562 | 2 hr | 59 | _ |
| Composite Floor System | UL G555 | 2 hr | 50 - 53 | 25 - 34 |
Various Components of the System:
iSPAN® Distribution Beams- Eliminates the Need to Align Joists with Underlying Framing Members, Typically Required in Light-Steel Framing
- Provides Lip for Joist Installer to Temporarily Rest Joists, Eliminating the Need for a "Third Hand"
- Supplies Fasting Surface for Balloon Framing, Which Eliminates the Need for Costly Bearing Stiffeners
iSPAN® Joist Chords- Unique Shape Offers Superior Strength and Stiffness
- Pre-Punched Slots Accept Snap-In Bridging, Facilitating Simple Installation and Reduced Measuring On Site
- Supports Insulation in UL/ULC Rated Assemblies
iSPAN® Blocking- Provides Stability Through Diaphragm Action and Keeps Joists Plumb.
- Large Utility Holes Allow for Bi-Directional Servicing through Floor System.
iSPAN® Floor Joist- Symmetric Shape Along With Separate Chord & Web Thicknesses Provides Superior Strength, Stiffness, and Efficiency.
- Large Utility Holes Allow for Servicing Within the Floor Depth.
iSPAN® Snap-In Bridging- Provides Required Lateral Structural Support.
- Locates Joists at Specified Spacing Without Need to Measure.
- Aligns Joists, Ensuring Joists are Parallel
- Acts as a Great Support Device for Servicing
iSPAN® End Connector- Easy Joist Connections to Rim Joists or Distribution Beams
- Provides Joist Length Adjustment to Suit Site Tolerances
- Provides Integrated Stiffening of Joists at Continuous Supports and Point Load Locations.
