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The Steel Network, Inc. (TSN) is a manufacturer of light gauge (cold-formed) steel studs and connectors based in the United States, with locations in North Carolina, Texas, and Arizona. We provide solutions for all standard light steel framing applications, including load bearing mid-rise construction systems, curtain wall systems, rigid connectors, vertical deflection connectors, lateral drift connectors, and short wall connectors. Substantial effort has been made by the light steel framing industry to standardize construction practices to ensure the positive connections of light steel framing components. Since TSN first brought Vertical Deflection Connectors to the metal framing market, we have performed extensive field and laboratory testing on all our products. More recently TSN instituted an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System to ensure our products are of the highest quality building materials for our light steel framing designers and installers.
The competitive advantage TSN offers its customers lies in the cost savings, rapid construction, high quality, and green construction options provided by its core product lines: BackIt®, BridgeClip®, BuckleBridge®, CircleTrak®, DriftClip®, DriftTrack®, GripClip®, JamStud®, MasterClip®, MidWall™, PrimeJoist®, SigmaStud®, StiffClip®, StiffWall®, ThermaFast®, and VertiClip®. We also assist engineers, architects, and panelizers to streamline cold formed steel design and shop drawing production with our SteelSmart® System (SSS) structural design software, and SteelSmart® Framer (SSF) BIM framing plugin for Autodesk® Revit®.
Why Steel?
Light steel framing, also known as cold-formed steel (CFS), is resilient, adaptable, and durable. It doesn’t decay or age as quickly as other construction materials like wood, significantly reducing the lifecycle costs of a structure. This makes CFS a cost-effective and long-lasting choice for modern construction projects.
Resists High Wind/Seismic Loads
Resists Termites & Pests
Mold Resistant
Lower Costs
Does Not Burn
Corrosion Resistant
Explore Custom Solutions with TSN!
Our state-of-the-art machine shop allows us to precisely cut any shape, enabling us to deliver custom-made cold-formed steel connections tailored to your specifications. From engineering consultation to custom fabrication and load testing, our team is dedicated to transforming your ideas into reality. If you can dream it, we can build it.
Residences at Marriott Oceanfront is a five-story beach front condominium project in Virginia Beach. This project was originally designed to be a wood structure but early on in the construction bidding process, The Steel Network performed a Design Assist for the light steel framing contractor, helping them switch the primary structure from wood to cold-formed steel. This process was instrumental in helping the contractor propose a better solution and win the bid.
Recent News in Light Steel Framing
TSN Capabilities: Engineered Solutions Beyond Standard Framing
In today’s construction environment, standard framing components are often pushed beyond what they were originally intended to do. Taller buildings, tighter tolerances, increased code requirements, and more complex architectural designs demand solutions that go beyond...
From Policy to Prefab: Where TSN Fits in 2025’s Steel Landscape
Sustainability & Decarbonization The steel industry is under pressure to lower carbon emissions. Projects and policies are pushing for “green steel” approaches, such as hydrogen reduction, carbon capture, and higher scrap use. Steel is the most recycled material...
Cold-Formed Steel Walls in Modular Construction: Enhancing Lateral Stiffness with Confidence
Modular construction is redefining how buildings are designed and delivered — and cold-formed steel (CFS) is proving to be a critical part of that evolution. With its high strength-to-weight ratio, design flexibility, and integration into off-site fabrication, CFS...
Debunking 5 Myths About Load-Bearing Steel Studs
Cold-formed steel studs have become a cornerstone of modern structural framing—especially in mid-rise construction—but even with decades of proven performance, misconceptions persist. These myths can create unnecessary hesitation in design and procurement decisions....
Why Cold-Formed Steel Framing Is Shaping the Future of Prefabrication
As construction methods evolve to meet the demands of speed, efficiency, and quality control, prefabrication has emerged as a leading strategy across commercial and multifamily sectors. One material stands out in this shift: cold-formed steel (CFS). Its consistency,...
Why Steel is the Star of Sustainable Construction
Steel is the most recycled material in the world—and it’s shaping the future of green building. Learn how The Steel Network’s cold-formed steel framing systems are contributing to a more sustainable planet through innovation, precision, and environmental responsibility.
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