Why Build with Light Gauge Steel? Better Building Performance

LGS framing withstands the toughest conditions offering exceptional performance in extreme environments

Light gauge steel (LGS) is an ideal building material for harsh conditions as it is not as weather dependent as other materials. As steel does not absorb moisture, rain does not affect the construction process¹ as you do not have to wait for the steel frames to dry.

Light gauge steel is extremely safe. With the ability to withstand temperatures of up to 1000 degrees celsius, it is highly fire resistant² LGS can flex without breaking too, so it is capable of withstanding 240 kilometre per hour winds³ and an earthquake of category 9 on the Richter Scale^4.

¹5 Reasons Why Cold-Formed Steel is Ideal for Projects that Span the Winter

²Fire

³4 REASONS WHY THEY'RE SAFER THAN YOU THINK

⁴General Specifications & Information

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Why Build with Light Gauge Steel? Better Building Performance

LGS framing withstands the toughest conditions offering exceptional performance in extreme environments

Light gauge steel (LGS) is an ideal building material for harsh conditions as it is not as weather dependent as other materials. As steel does not absorb moisture, rain does not affect the construction process1 as you do not have to wait for the steel frames to dry.

Light gauge steel (LGS) is an ideal building material for harsh conditions as it is not as weather dependent as other materials. As steel does not absorb moisture, rain does not affect the construction process¹ as you do not have to wait for the steel frames to dry.