What gauge steel studs do you use for commercial partitions in Surrey?

For standard non-load-bearing interior partition walls up to 10–12 feet, we typically install 25-gauge (18 mil) or 20-gauge (30/33 mil) studs. For walls supporting heavy tile, washroom plumbing, high ceilings, or door jambs, we use 20-gauge or 18-gauge heavy-duty members as specified by engineering drawings.

How does steel stud framing compare to wood framing for fire ratings?

Steel is non-combustible and produces zero flame spread. Combined with 5/8" Type X drywall, steel stud assemblies readily achieve certified 1-hour and 2-hour fire resistance ratings complying with BC Building Code commercial requirements.

Can you install structural backing for heavy commercial equipment?

Yes. We install continuous heavy-gauge flat steel backing straps or engineered plywood backing within the framing cavity for washroom grab bars, wall-hung sinks, commercial kitchen shelving, medical equipment, and TV monitors.

Structural & Non-Structural

Steel Stud Framing Contractor in Surrey & Lower Mainland, BC

Engineered cold-formed steel framing delivering 100% non-combustible fire performance, laser-straight wall planes, and rapid commercial installation.

Steel Stud Framing jobsite installation by Arcadian Steel

Arcadian Steel Pro’s Ltd. Steel Stud Framing • Surrey, BC

Trade Standards & Overview

Certified Installation & Specifications

Engineered steel framing provides absolute dimensional stability, 100% non-combustible fire protection, and rapid assembly tolerances. Unlike wood studs that twist and shrink over time, our cold-formed steel stud assemblies guarantee laser-straight walls, true 90-degree corners, and pristine foundations for drywall and architectural ceilings.

Primary Construction Applications

Commercial interior demising & corridor partitions

Retail shop fronts, entrance headers & display bulkheads

Office tenant improvement (TI) interior layouts

Multi-family high-rise interior suite division

Custom residential basement framing & structural drop ceilings

Curved architectural walls, light coves & coffer framing

Contractor Deliverables

What’s Included in Our Scope of Work

Laser layout and structural slab deflection track anchoring

Heavy-gauge (20ga / 18ga / 16ga) and light-gauge (25ga) C-stud placement

Deflection / slotted track installation for seismic & floor-load absorption

Cold-rolled channel (CRC) bridging and anti-rotational stud clipping

Door and window rough opening (RO) steel headers & jamb framing

Heavy backing installation for millwork, washroom grab bars, TV mounts & cabinetry

Code Compliance & Engineering

Materials & Specifications

Installed strictly in compliance with ASTM C645/C754, GA-216, ULC fire assemblies, and British Columbia Building Code standards.

• Galvanized sheet steel studs (ASTM C645 / ASTM C955)
• Gauge specifications: 25ga, 20ga drywall studs; 18ga, 16ga structural members
• Flange widths: 1-1/4", 1-3/8", 1-5/8", 2"
• Deep-leg deflection tracks, slotted slip tracks, CRC bridging channels

Structured Execution

Our Installation & QA Process

Blueprint Review & Laser Layout

We transfer architectural floor plans directly onto concrete slabs using high-precision laser alignment tools for exact squareness.

Track Fastening & Deflection Setup

Securing heavy top and bottom tracks with powder-actuated fasteners or concrete anchors, including deflection slip tracks where mandated.

Stud Erection & Mechanical Knockouts

Placing vertical C-studs at 16" or 24" on center, aligning factory punchouts for electrical conduit and plumbing lines.

Headers, Backing & Quality Inspection

Framing rigid door/window headers, securing structural wood/steel backing plates, and verifying tolerances before boarding.

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