Metsec’s Z600 galvanised steel section provides an ideal means of meeting the requirements for steel protection laid out in the latest edition of the National House Building Council’s (NHBC) moisture control standards for light steel framing in new residential buildings, including houses, apartments, student accommodation and care homes Chapter 6.10.16 of the NHBC standards states … Read more

Metsec are always keen to ensure that designers, specifiers and engineers are equipped with the best information on which to base construction solutions. Metsec’s Framing division offers two core presentations to meet Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. One covers framing in general, looking at loadbearing, infill, continuous walling and internal high bay situations, whilst the … Read more

Metsec’s investment in, and commitment to, continual testing of its framing systems with the most popular insulation and board products not only provides assurance in the performance of their construction solutions but also delivers a host of additional benefits for the entire construction/client team. Metsec has completed almost 400 fire tests and assessments through UKAS-approved … Read more

With Cyber Essentials certification now being a prerequisite for supply to many public sector projects, Metsec decided to undergo assessment according to the scheme’s requirements as the introduction. As the company’s Sales Director of Framing explains, the initiative has benefits to both private and public sector customers: “Cyber Essentials is not just about ticking boxes … Read more

Steel is the world’s most popular construction and engineering material. Just over 50% of all steel produced is used in the construction and infrastructure industries. From houses to multi-storey buildings, street furniture to bridges, whether it be in the components used or the fabric of the structure itself, steel will almost certainly play an integral … Read more