Embrace the Future of Residential Construction

Welcome to the future of residential construction with FRAMECAD! We are firm believers that steel framing will revolutionize the way homes are built, and the time for this transformation is now. With our cutting-edge residential building system, we provide developers and home builders the tools they need to seize control and ensure future-proof construction practices.

By embracing steel framing, you not only open the door to exciting new business prospects but also position yourself as a leader in this ever-evolving industry. Stay ahead of the curve and unlock endless possibilities with FRAMECAD.

Taking Control

Having visibility and control as to what is happening in the supply chain is crucial for home builders. It allows them to anticipate and prevent potential issues, ensuring a smoother and more efficient workflow that leads to faster returns on investment. By maintaining control, builders can guarantee the availability and quality of materials, optimize the utilization of nonskilled labor, effectively manage costs, and maximize profits. Additionally, this level of control ensures a higher quality build, minimizing the occurrence of problems, call-backs, and warranty claims, ultimately resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

Steel Framing vs. Wood Construction: Embracing the Future of Residential Building

Enhanced Speed and Efficiency:

Our advanced steel framing process utilizes automation, allowing for rapid assembly and precise construction. With pre-engineered components and cutting-edge technology, construction timelines are significantly accelerated. This is especially advantageous for large-scale projects with tight deadlines, improving overall efficiency and reducing project duration.

Superior Strength and Durability:

Cold formed steel provides exceptional strength and durability, surpassing wood construction. It offers a robust framework that can withstand extreme weather conditions, seismic activity, and other challenges. This ensures the long-term structural integrity of the building, providing peace of mind to homeowners and developers alike.

Consistent Quality and Precision:

Through our automated process, every steel component is manufactured with meticulous precision. This eliminates common issues associated with human error and material variations found in wood construction, ensuring a high level of quality control throughout the project.

Design Flexibility:

Steel framing allows for greater design flexibility and versatility. It can be easily customized to accommodate unique architectural features and unconventional building layouts. Architects and builders have the freedom to create innovative and aesthetically pleasing designs using steel.

Sustainability:

Opting for advanced steel framing aligns with sustainable construction practices. Steel is a recyclable material, making it an environmentally friendly option. By choosing steel framing, you contribute to reducing deforestation and minimizing waste. Additionally, steel is non-combustible, offering enhanced fire resistance compared to wood and enhancing the safety of the structure.

Long-Term Cost Savings:

Although the upfront cost of advanced steel framing may be slightly higher than wood construction, the long-term benefits outweigh this initial investment. The durability, low maintenance requirements, and reduced risk of issues such as warping, rot, or termite damage associated with steel framing result in significant cost savings over the lifespan of the building.

Download our eBook

Steel Framing: The Future of Residential Construction

Why now is the perfect time for the United States

In this ebook, we explore the applications and methodologies of steel framing in the residential sector through practical examples. By understanding how cold formed steel (CFS) outperforms traditional construction methods, you will learn how it can drive return on investment (ROI) for your business as a project owner, builder, or developer.

Learn how to achieve:

More accurate, lower cost, faster-to construct, quality buildings.
Highly scalable construction business that generates far greater ROI than the traditional method.

*Cold Formed Steel (CFS) is also known as Light Gauge Steel (LGS)

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Hear from our customers

LOCATION: Lewisville, USA
DESCRIPTION: US-based Accurate Steel Fab manufactures pre-panelized steel components for residential and commercial sectors across Texas.

LOCATION: Panama City, USA
DESCRIPTION: Intellistructure specializes in supplying steel framing and components for residential constructions across Florida and the entire US East Coast, an area that is prevalent for its high winds and hurricanes.

LOCATION: Groveland, USA
DESCRIPTION: Intellisteel specializes in the design and manufacture of cold formed steel framing, offering a comprehensive range of services that extend from turnkey modular solutions to off-site and on-site applications throughout the United States.

LOCATION: Orlando, USA
DESCRIPTION: US-based Orlando Steel Framing sees time-saving as one of the biggest advantages of cold formed steel framing.

LOCATION: Bentonville, USA
DESCRIPTION: ICS engineers, designs and manufactures prefabricated buildings across the US and specializes in multi-site deliveries.

LOCATION: Tucson, USA
DESCRIPTION: Do-it-yourselfers are buying steel framing house kits from USA-based Frame Up Now and constructing their own house framing onsite.

LOCATION: Phoenix, USA
DESCRIPTION: US-based FRAMECOR is interrupting the commercial and residential construction industry with steel framing.

LOCATION: Las Vegas, USA
DESCRIPTION: Discover how US-based Tori Contracting sees the advantages of design-led construction and cold-formed steel in this video.

About FRAMECAD

Cold formed steel construction and processes are increasingly used by building companies all around the world. The versatile nature of cold formed steel and the FRAMECAD System allows the rapid and effective construction of mid-rise and residential buildings, warehousing, commercial buildings, facades, modular buildings, pods and more.

Design and construction flexibility is enabled with the FRAMECAD System – delivering web joists, trusses, structural framing and internal partitioning suitable for a diverse range of construction types. Because of the time saving and quality assurance gained across a wide selection of applications, it's obvious why steel framing is the future of construction.

The FRAMECAD Residential Building System

It all starts with Design

Our design software system encompasses all elements necessary for efficient planning and construction. From walls, floors and roofs, each component can be effortlessly created using dedicated modules within the program. Construction engineers and architects can utilize these modules individually or collectively to bring their most intricate designs to life. By embracing the FRAMECAD Structure software, you benefit from a design-led process that reduces costs, including engineering and skilled labor expenses, while boosting productivity and delivering a greater return on investment.

Reliable Equipment for Efficient Production

FRAMECAD's roll-forming systems leverage the world's most advanced design and manufacturing technology for cold formed steel. Our machinery is meticulously engineered to deliver increased production speed, enhanced flexibility, and unparalleled reliability. With our systems, you can expect optimal performance and seamless integration, enabling you to streamline your production processes.

Unlocking the Full Potential of Your FRAMECAD System

FRAMECAD is committed to ensuring that you extract the maximum value from your system. We stand by our software and equipment, providing comprehensive training, knowledge, and support to empower our customers to excel with their FRAMECAD System. Our worldwide expertise allows us to deliver training, customer care, commissioning, and scheduled servicing programs that get your business up and running, maintain productivity, and optimize your return on investment.

Setting you up for Success

With a rich history as a global leader, FRAMECAD has expanded its reach to support worldwide. Our dedicated team operates from eight strategically located offices, ensuring a strong presence in over 120 countries. This extensive global footprint allows us to deeply understand and cater to the specific needs of each region where we operate. Our customers are our top priority, driving our success as an industry leader. With a global presence across eight strategically located offices, including our Customers Success Center in Las Vegas, we cater to diverse customer needs worldwide and locally. This extensive network grants us valuable insights into the unique demands of each region we operate in.

Meet Today’s Needs and Future Challenges

Discover the key to long-lasting homes with our future-proofed solutions. By harnessing the versatility and durability of steel, our innovative approach enables home builders to construct residences that can withstand any challenge, from flooding and hurricanes to termites and the impacts of climate change. Embracing sustainable construction practices, steel recyclability, and waste reduction capabilities align perfectly with our commitment to environmental responsibility. Join us in creating homes that address present housing needs while ensuring lasting durability for the future.