SFIA 106: Specifying Cold-Formed Steel Framing for Design and Construction Professionals

A webinar of the SFIA Forum  for CFS industry outreach and Input

June 30, 2022 2:00 - 3:00pm Eastern

Structural general notes and architectural specifications that are clear, correct, and up to date can play a vital role in helping avoid unnecessary delays that are costly to the owner and everyone on the design and construction team.

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Articulate innovation within the cold-formed steel industry as it relates to steel framing.
2. Translate this innovation into clear and concise architectural specifications.
3. Avoid challenges during the construction phase through accurate information and communication.
4. Enhance quality assurance on cold-formed steel framing through architectural specifications. Specifically using as a basis the SFIA architectural guide specifications for both nonstructural (section 092216) and structural (section 054400)

Robert Grupe is Program General Manager for the Steel Framing Industry Association, managing the SFIA’s Architectural Services Team located in the Eastern, Western, and Central Regions.  He has spent over 38 years with United States Gypsum Company in various technical and management positions, including product and system design and technical consultation to the AEC community. He is currently also the Director of Technical Services for the Association of Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI).

Steel Framing Industry Association

513 West Board Street - Suite 210
Falls Church, VA 22046