The GripClip® is an innovative framing accessory, exclusively offered by The Steel Network, that simplifies attaching drywall, sheathing, and other materials directly to steel beams and columns. This efficient alternative to traditional framing methods features patented snap-tabs that allow installers to quickly position and secure continuous angles around steel beams and columns, making it an ideal solution for column wrapping applications.
Key Features:
- Snap Tabs: The snap tabs on the GripClip hold continuous angles firmly along the corners of beams or columns, allowing for fast and easy installation of sheathing or drywall without the need for screws.
- Versatility: Suitable for both fire-rated and non-fire-rated assemblies. The GripClip can also be customized to accommodate various flange sizes, making it highly versatile for different project requirements.
- Material Quality: Manufactured from certified 50ksi steel with a G90 coating, offering enhanced durability compared to other lesser products that use 18 mil, G40 coatings.
- Secure Grip: Designed to grip the flanges of steel beams and columns, providing a stable, reliable attachment point for gypsum board.
- Efficiency: Simplifies the process of wrapping columns with drywall or other materials by allowing secure attachment without additional stud framing. This feature is particularly beneficial in projects where aesthetics and fire protection around structural beams and columns is important. Reduces the need for additional stud framing, saving both material and installation time.
The GripClip® is a highly efficient solution for beam and column wrapping, reducing the need for additional materials and labor, enhancing both the speed and quality of construction, and providing a clean, secure finish for wrapped beams and columns in various construction projects.
For detailed technical information, specifications, and installation instructions, you can refer to The Steel Network’s product details available on our website. For other questions, feel free to contact us directly at 1-888-474-4876.