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 The panel provides steel framing, insulation, sheathing, moisture plane and vapor barrier. Dandelion Wood is an authorized distributor of ThermaSteel offering custom walls, Wallframe standardized panels, remanufactured walls, Bremerton Buildings, Rocker Modulars, and a number of retail products utilizing the energy efficiency, structural and logistic benefits of ThermaSteel panels. For custom wall projects Dandelion Wood aids in technical assistance starting with the design process right through completion of the project. These projects are manufactured individually by ThermaSteel Corporation in Radford, VA and shipped to the job site for assembly. ThermaSteel panels have structural properties that make them an excellent energy efficient solution for critical areas of the building shell: Walls Roof Floor Ceiling Concrete forms Sheathing 
 Listed with the International Code Council, ThermaSteel is a great fit to accomplish house wrap, sheathing, framing, insulation and vapor barrier in one step for residential, commercial and industrial projects. When Energy MattersThermaSteel is an energy star partner providing products that help designers, builders and owners achieve energy savings as energy costs continue to increase. These savings translate to lower operating costs and then lower loans based on higher profits or lower cost of living. In addition to the upfront dollar savings the long term benefits of a dedication to clean, green buildings will set ThermaSteel buildings out in the future. After decades of performance are considered these structures will stand out as buildings that make sense!
View the Product Guide for a summary Dandelion Wood Products... Download the Design and Build Guide to learn more... or request a bound copy Standard sizes: 4' x 8', 10' or 12' Thickness: 3 1/2”, 4”, 5 1/2” and 7 1/2” Stud spacing: 16”, 24” or 12” Gauge of steel: 18, 20, 24  Drop MethodThe Drop Method “drops” into place panels with openings 40” or less. Cut in MethodThe Cut in Method combines full panels and ripped panels to complete the shell. Openings are then “Cut in” at the appropriate locations and framed sufficiently to support load.Acceptable Framing StandardIt is important to develop a framing standard that is accepted by all those involved concerning the assembly of window and door openings, inside and outside corners, wall lengths, etc. This begins with the design or layout process where there are unique possibilities brought by ThermaSteel. The Drop Method and the Cut In Method are two possible strategies to address assembly of standard panels and constructing openings. Framing with standard panels can be incorporated with factory manufactured walls and traditional framing. As these systems are being determined it is important to consider the building as a complete system. The exterior moisture plane and interior or exterior vapor barrier need to remain continuous. For some projects exterior sheathing and moisture plane (building wrap) are the best way to assure the benefits of framing with ThermaSteel standard panels are not compromised.Drop Method DetailsOne possible method to start an acceptable framing system is called the drop method. This method is similar to that used by ThermaSteel when designing custom factory framed projects. Rough openings equal to or less then 40” are cut into a single standard panel and reinforced. As long as the opening is not less then 11” from the top and the load on the panel does not exceed the panel limitations the openings most likely do not require a header. These panels are then “dropped” into place where ever this particular opening is required. Openings greater then 40” are supported with a ThermaSteel Insulheader spanning two jack and king stud assemblies or similar support. Wall ends are then completed with corner metal or wood. The space between openings is filled with a combination of full and ripped panels that complete the particular wall. This is an especially advantageous method for buildings with many openings. If used carefully this method also retains the vapor and moisture plane properties of the ThermaSteel panels. Metal track, attachment plates, end metal, corner metal, etc. are used according to ThermaSteel's Best Practices to complete a project that realizes the benefits of ThermaSteel and the benefits of standard panels. This is one method that can be used for a complete project or along with factory manufactured walls or traditional framing.
Cut in Method DetailsA similar possible method to start an acceptable framing system is called the Cut in method. This method combines full panels and ripped panels to complete the exterior shell. Openings are then “Cut in” at the appropriate locations and framed sufficiently with wood and/or steel to support load. This method completes the building shell very quickly. It is especially advantageous for buildings where a fast insulated shell is desired such as in cold weather construction where the building is to be heated to keep frost out. Full panels are assembled to make up the wall and a panel is ripped to finish the wall. Wood and or corner steel then creates the outside corner. An acceptable system of framing window and door openings will need to be carefully chosen to insure that any openings that are not entirely within one panel are properly framed to support load. These openings may look very similar to traditional framing with a king and jack stud assembly that is nailed to a bottom and double top plate. The header can be traditionally framed with lumber or a ThermaSteel Insulheader. As these assemblies are determined it is important that the exterior moisture plane and vapor barrier remain continuous. For some framing solutions, exterior sheathing and moisture plane (building wrap) are the best way to assure the benefits of framing with ThermaSteel standard panels are not compromised.
View the Product Guide for a summary Dandelion Wood Products...Download the Design and Build Guide to learn more... or request a bound copy 
View the Product Guide for a summary Dandelion Wood Products...Download the Design and Build Guide to learn more... or request a bound copy
View the Product Guide for a summary Dandelion Wood Products...Download the Design and Build Guide to learn more... or request a bound copy |