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Sigmat LGSF System - Steel Frame

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Sigmat Limited

Light gauge steel framing for up to 15 storeys.

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Application

For light steel framing in a 'warm frame' environment.

Description

Patented light gauge steel framing sections and profiles. All Sigmat profile sections are manufactured using hot-dipped galvanized steel, to BS EN 10143, in grades from S280 and S450 as required. They have a Z275 coating and are supplied self-finished.


Features and benefits:

  • Does not suffer from fungal or biological deterioration and is not susceptible to insect infestation.
  • Framing solution for up to 15 storeys.
  • Sigmat primary stud component up to 17.8% stronger than non-patented alternatives. 


All Sigmat panels are designed to include pre-formed door and window openings and inner face is ready for the direct application of plasterboard lining finishes.

General information

Color

Grey

Finish

Primed

Guidance for specification option:

Zinc Phosphate Primer: Z275, 75 microns DFT.

Material

Steel

Guidance for specification option:

Light gauge steel and hot rolled steel.

Shape

Rectangle

Length

Bespoke

Guidance for specification option:

Various dimensions depending on application, consult manufacturer.

Width

Bespoke

Guidance for specification option:

Various dimensions depending on application, consult manufacturer.

Height

Bespoke

Guidance for specification option:

Various dimensions depending on application, consult manufacturer.

Warranty description

-

Manufacturer guidance

Design life predictions are in excess of 250 years.

NHBC and other housing warranty providers require a design life in excess of 60 years, and accept the use of light gauge steel construction. Light steel sections provide a design life in excess of 100 years, even in uninsulated roof constructions.

Uniclass

Ss_20_10_75_45 Light steel framing systemsPrimary

CAWS

G10/30 Cold-formed galvanized steel

G10/170 Cold-formed galvanized steel

Specification data - Light steel framing systems

Framing members

Cold-formed galvanized steel sections.

Hot-rolled galvanized steel sections.

Sheets and boards

12 mm calcium silicate board.

Connection fasteners

-

Type of fastener

SigBolt.

Guidance for specification option:

Sits flat and level in embossed connection hole, assisting towards a flush finish for plasterboard.

Anchors to concrete and masonry

-

Type of anchor

Cast in anchor rods.

Fixings

Recess bolts.

System accessories

Guidance for specification option:

Consult manufacturer and insert requirements.

Sustainability data

Country of material origin

United Kingdom

Embodied carbon

A1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804

0.8 kg·CO₂e/kg

Guidance for specification option:

0.8–1.2 CO2e/kg.

Recyclability

90%.

Recycled content

As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021

40 %