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JD Metals FastFrame 833 sq ft House
11
Mar

JD Metals Towers over Kingsport Home Show with 2-Story FastFrame Structure

FastFrame and JD Metals tower over the 2024 Kingsport Home Show On March 8-10, 2024, JD Metals literally towered over the 50th annual Kingsport Home Show with its 2- story FastFrame residential house frame inside the Meadowview Conference Center.  To begin, preparation for the event started on the Tuesday before, when a crew erected the entire house frame in approximately 8 hours.  That’s one of the benefits of pre-assembled, modular…

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FastFrame Steel Framing
06
Feb

How To Install Steel Framing

Steel framing has become a more popular option for building. Many still have questions about the installation process for a FastFrame structure.This "How to Install Steel Framing" video below lists the tools you will need, the process for installing wall panels, headers and footers, and trusses. https://youtu.be/0wp3uJ-emOE Submit Your Plans Here

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FastFrame Training Session
24
Jan

FastFrame Learning Session with Arrow Home Improvements

Embracing the Future: FastFrame™ Training Unveils the Modern Way to BuildArrow Home Improvements recently participated in a hands-on learning session to learn about FastFrame steel framing and how it is used for residential builds.Residential building is undergoing a seismic shift, and at the forefront of this transformation is FastFrame™ cold formed steel (CFS) framing. In our immersive training session, contractors explore the cutting edge of construction through a blend of short lectures,…

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22
Sep

FastFrame Information Session

Johnson City Area Home Builders Association Attends FastFrame Information Session. FastFrame Premium Steel was honored to host the Johnson City Area HBA for an information session about building with FastFrame Premium Steel framing. Our team presented to the attendees and answered all questions about how to use steel framing for residential building.

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FastFrame long 2 car garage
20
Sep

Steel Framing Designs

Steel Framing Designs Steel framing has revolutionized the world of construction, offering a versatile and durable alternative to traditional building materials. It's not just about strength; steel framing also opens the door to innovative and sustainable design possibilities. Sleek and Minimalist The clean lines and structural integrity of steel lend themselves perfectly to minimalist designs. Architects are using steel to create sleek, modern buildings with a focus on simplicity and…

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fastframe premium steel framing residential framing
15
Sep

Insurance Benefits of Steel Framing

Insurance Benefits of Steel Framing Steel framing offers several benefits when compared to traditional wood framing in construction. The insurance benefits of steel framing  primarily revolve around the increased durability, safety, and reduced risk of damage associated with steel framing.  Fire Resistance Steel is non-combustible, which means it does not contribute to the spread of fires. This reduces the risk of significant fire damage and can result in lower insurance…

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Prefabricated steel framing assembled steel panels
13
Sep

Environmental Impact of Steel Framing

Environmental Impact of Steel Framing: Fact or Fiction? When comparing the environmental impact of steel framing and wood framing, you will find a vast amount of varying information. What is fact and what is fiction? This article from BuildSteel.org helps break down how steel is leading the way in lowering emissions and why! Truth vs Hype? Comparing the EPDs of Steel, Concrete and Wood

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fastframe premium pre-engineering steel framing residential framing
17
Jul

Why is Pre-engineering Steel Framing Important?

Why is Pre-engineering Steel Framing Important? Building your home is one of the biggest investments you will ever make. To make sure you are receiving the highest standard of quality in our framing, all residential steel framing packages are pre-engineered to ensure code compliance, strength, longevity, cost effectiveness, and more. Structural Integrity Pre-engineering steel framing ensures that the home's structure is designed to withstand various loads and forces it may…

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Prefabricated steel framing assembled steel panels
10
Jul

5 Reasons to Choose Prefabricated Steel Framing

5 Reasons to Choose Prefabricated Steel Framing Steel framing has a number of benefits from easy assembly to durability. The reasons to choose prefabricated steel framing packages are many, but we will take a look at five today. Reduce installation times Better Scheduling Improved Turnaround Times Design freedom Advantages of Steel Installation Times for Steel Framing As anyone building a home knows, waiting for the completion of each step can…

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