The Prescriptive Method for Connecting Cold-Formed
Steel Framing to Insulating Concrete Form Walls in Residential
Construction (February 2003, 77 p.)
The Prescriptive Method for Connecting Cold-Formed Steel
Framing to Insulating Concrete Form Walls in Residential Construction
was developed as a guideline for the connection of cold-formed
steel (CFS) frame assemblies and structures to insulating
concrete form (ICF) exterior walls in the construction of
single-family homes. The common connections between cold-formed
steel framing and insulating concrete form walls are CFS interior
walls to ICF exterior walls; CFS floor decks to ICF exterior
walls; CFS roof structures to ICF exterior walls; and upper-story
CFS exterior walls to lower-story ICF exterior walls. For
each connection there are alternative connection methods that
are believed to be economical and reliable. The guide contains
recommended specifications for such connections. It's important
to note that the materials set forth in this publication are
for general information only. They are not a substitute for
competent professional assistance. Application of this information
to a specific project or setting should be reviewed by a qualified
individual. The authors believe that the information contained
in this publication substantially represents industry practice
and related scientific and technical information, but the
information is not intended to represent an official position
of any organization or to restrict or exclude any other construction
or design technique.
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