Steel Studs
Common sizes: 3 5/8", 6", 8", 10" with 20ga, 18ga, and 16ga options for interior and exterior wall systems.
- Interior partitions
- Exterior structural wall panels
- Modular unit framing
STEEL STRUCTURE FRAMING SYSTEM
Steel Structural Framing Systems
Modern steel framing solutions for contemporary residential construction.
UrbanCore Building Systems supplies heavy steel, light gauge steel, and hybrid framing systems for single-family, townhouse, multifamily, modular, and hospitality projects—factory direct, design forward, and engineered for faster delivery.
Typical Applications
Single-FamilyModern custom homes and estates
TownhousesUrban infill and attached housing
MultifamilyPodium and mid-rise residential
ModularPanelized and volumetric systems
HospitalityHotels and serviced apartments
Mixed-UseGround-floor retail and residential
Category 01
Heavy Structural Steel Systems
Heavy steel framing is used where higher loads, larger spans, and stronger structural performance are required. It is ideal for luxury residential, multifamily, podium, hospitality, and mixed-use projects.
Usage & Applications
Built for scale, span, and architectural flexibility.
Heavy structural steel allows architects to achieve open plans, long spans, transfer structures, and stronger podium conditions that are difficult to execute in timber.
- Mid-rise multifamily buildings
- Luxury residential projects with large open spaces
- Podium construction and parking levels
- Townhouse and hospitality developments
- Mixed-use structures with retail or amenity floors
| System / Model | Typical Usage | Residential Application |
|---|---|---|
| Wide Flange Beams – W8×24, W10×30, W12×40 | Primary floor and transfer beams | Podium floors, open-plan living areas |
| Wide Flange Beams – W14×48, W16×67 | Long-span framing and primary structure | Multifamily and hospitality |
| H-Beams – H200×200, H300×300, H400×400 | Main columns and major frames | Mixed-use and large residences |
| HSS Tubes – 8×8, 10×10, 12×12 | Architectural frames and feature structures | Canopies, exposed steel elements |
| Steel Truss / Deck Systems | Roof spans and floor deck support | Townhomes, clubhouse, podium roofs |
Heavy Steel Advantages
Why developers choose heavy steel.
Structural Strength
Higher load capacity and better span performance for demanding residential programs.
Design Freedom
Create larger open spaces, cleaner layouts, and modern architectural forms.
Durability
Resistant to termites, rot, mold, and warping over the long term.
Faster Build Cycles
Factory-fabricated components improve schedule certainty and reduce site labor.
Category 02
Light Gauge Steel Framing Systems
Light steel framing uses cold-formed members for walls, floors, and roof systems. It is widely used in modern residential construction, especially for single-family homes, townhouses, ADUs, modular projects, and low- to mid-rise multifamily buildings.
Track Systems
Matched track components create accurate top and bottom channels for fast panel fabrication and assembly.
- 3 5/8" track
- 6" track
- 8" track
Floor & Roof Joists
Light steel joists improve dimensional stability and help support faster framing and panelized systems.
- 8" joists
- 10" joists
- 12" joists
Category 03
Other Residential Steel Framing Categories
In residential construction, steel framing is often delivered as a hybrid system. UrbanCore Building Systems supports these standard categories to match program type, budget, and construction method.
Hybrid Steel Systems
Combine heavy structural steel with light gauge upper floors or panelized wall systems.
- Podium + residential levels
- Mixed-use urban infill
- Townhouse and hospitality
Panelized Steel Wall Systems
Factory-built wall panels reduce field labor and improve speed, precision, and finish quality.
- Single-family and ADU
- Multifamily and modular
- Exterior envelope ready
Modular Structural Frames
Steel-based modular frames integrate with pods, façade systems, and interior packages for rapid delivery.
- Volumetric modules
- Bathroom pod integration
- Contemporary prefabrication
Supply Chain Advantage
Factory direct structural systems.
UrbanCore Building Systems removes the traditional distributor and agent layers, connecting qualified factories directly to developers, builders, and design teams through one integrated sourcing and logistics platform.
Factory
Qualified structural manufacturing partners
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UrbanCore Building Systems
Engineering, sourcing, quality control, logistics
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Developer
Faster procurement, better pricing, simpler coordination
UC Group Ecosystem
Integrated with the broader UrbanCore platform.
UrbanCore Building Systems
Structural systems, wall panels, pods, finishes, and furnishings.
UCAE
UrbanCore Architecture & Engineering for design integration and constructability.
UCD
UrbanCore Development for project execution and deployment strategy.
UCE / UCC
UrbanCore Energy and UC Capital for future infrastructure and strategic support.
Los Angeles Hub
5 million sq ft warehouse and demonstration center.
UrbanCore Building Systems’ Los Angeles facility supports product demonstration, warehousing, and national distribution for structural systems and contemporary building materials.
Factory-direct procurement
Demo center and product review
National logistics support
Integrated design and supply