Primary Channels Drywall Suspension

Description

DESCRIPTION

Features

• Used as main carrying channels in the Drywall Ceiling suspension systems where it is suspended from the overhead structure using different types of hangers.
• It also forms along with the perimeter angles a solid horizontal bridging to resist rotation and axial loads.
• Optional used as suspension hangers.

Specifications

Physical Properties:

• Yield stress, Fy 33 ksi Ultimate, with G40-G90 Zinc coating

ASTM & Code Standards:

• Primary Channels are produced to meet or exceed ASTM C645 and C955
• Galvanized sheet steel meets or exceeds requirements of ASTM A-653
• For installation & storage information refer to ASTM C1007 & C754

Green Benefits and Recycled Content:

• LEED Credit MR 2 – USG products are manufactured from cold formed steel. Steel is 100% recyclable, which helps divert debris from the waste stream.
• LEED Credit MR 4 – USG’s steel products have a minimum of 25.5% post-consumer recycled content, and 6.8% pre-consumer.