Brindavan College of Engineering: Visvesvaraya Technological University

VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
JNANA SANGAMA BELAGAVI-590018, KARNATAKA
A SEMINAR ON
“LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAMES”
Submitted in the partial fulfillment of the requirement of
Bachelor of Engineering In Department of Civil Engineering
Submitted By
AMANUDDIN JAMEDAR
1BO17CV004
Under the Guidance of

Mr. MOHAMMED IMRAN
Assistant Professor
Department of Civil
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
Brindavan College of
Engineering
DWARAKANAGAR, BAGALUR MAIN ROAD,
YELAHANKA, BENGALURU-63
Brindavan College of
Engineering
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that the technical seminar entitled “LIGHT GAUGE STEEL
FRAMES” has been successfully presented by the AMANUDDIN JAMEDAR
(1BO17CV004), students of ‘Brindavan College of Engineering” for the partial
fulfilment in the requirement of the Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
of Visveswaraya Technological University during the academic year 2022-23. It
is certified that all corrections and suggestions indicated for the internal
assessment have been incorporated in the report. This report has been approved
as it satisfies the academic requirements in respect to the work prescribed for
the Bachelor of Engineering Degree.
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Seminar Guide Seminar Coordinator HOD
Mohammed Imran Mr. Prithviraj B. R Dr. Brahmananda S.B
Asst Professor Dept.Civil Asst Professor Dept.Civil Professor & Head
Dept.Civil
Engineering BCE Engineering BCE Engineering BCE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The satisfaction and euphoria that accompanies the successful completion of any task would be
incomplete without mentioning the people who made it possible. With deep gratitude, I
acknowledge all those guidance and encouragement, which served as beacon of light and
crowned my efforts with success. I thank each one of them for their valuable support.
I express my sincere thanks to Dr. B. R. Shetty, Chairman, Brindavan College of Engineering,

Bangalore, for providing necessary facilities and motivation to carry out my technical seminar
successfully.
I express my sincere thanks to Dr. Bhagappa, Principal, Brindavan College of Engineering,

Bangalore, for providing necessary facilities and motivation to carry out my technical seminar
successfully.
I express my heartfelt gratitude and humble thanks to, Dr. S B Brahmadanda,

HOD(Incharge), CIVIL Department, Brindavan College of Engineering, for the constant
encouragement and help to carry out technical seminar work successfully.
I would like to express my humble thanks to my technical seminar Guide Mr. Mohammed
Imran, Assistant. Professor, CIVIL Department, Brindavan College of Engineering,
Bangalore for guiding me and having facilitated me to complete technical seminar work
successfully.
I take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to technical seminar Co-Ordinator Mr.
prithviraj B R, Asst. Professor, Civil Dept, BRCE, for his valuable support and rendering
with several useful suggestions throughout the technical seminar work.
I would like to mention my special thanks to all the faculty members of Civil Engineering
Department, BRCE, Bangalore for their invaluable support and guidance.
AMANUDDIN JAMEDAR
1BO17CV004
TABLE OF CONTENT
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CHAPTER 1
1 Introduction 1-2
CHAPTER 2
2 Joining component 3-5
CHAPTER 3
3 Application 6-9
CHAPTER 4
4 Conclusion 10-10
LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAMES 2022-2023
Figure no. Figure Name Page no.
1 MAKING OF LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAME 3
2 LGSF CONSTUCTION 3
3 TYPES OF BOLTS 5
4 SSx14x55mmHex Head 205 self-drilling screw 6
5 Gypsum Screw 6
6 F100 Fix109-18×45 7
7 Panel Joiner Screw10.9-18×19 7
8 Example of LGSF construction 11
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 1

CHAPTER 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The construction industry is moving at a much faster rate with the innovations
coming in for both- the planning phase (software and applications) and the execution
phase. The conventional method of putting together a building brick by brick is still
prevalent but is now being slowly overtaken by modular and prefabrication construction
methods. Prefabricated buildings may sound complex and intensive, but this invention is
changing the course of traditional construction method one modular building at a time.
The technology that prefabrication buildings use is known as Light Gauge Steel Frame
(LGSF) which is a steel-framed wall system made of cold-rolled load bearing.
Light Gauge Steel Frame (LGSF) is an innovative and reliable construction material in
the world that is strong and allows design flexibility enabling it to be the right choice for
construction. This method of construction allows having an increased span, custom
openings, curved walls and a variety of external architectural façade treatments; making
it a versatile choice of construction material.
The metal comes in sheet rolls which are put through the roll former where it is cut
in various lengths and given shapes and sizes that are similar to those in timber frame.
The process used strengthens the steel structures; as the original sheet is bent through a
series of rollers without being heated i.e. Cold formed. During this process that is
controlled through computers, the steel is not just rolled but holes are fixed, flanges are
located to be punched and the structure is positioned to the exact engineered position
which ensures that the panels are to the precise dimensional requirements of the project.

FIGURE 1. MAKING OF LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAME
The use of technology in this method of construction has allowed it to offer benefits to
the architect, contractor, society, developer and what not
FIGURE 2. LGSF CONSTUCTION
1.2 WHY IS LGSF CONSTRUCTION BETTER IN RAPID CONSTRUCTION
 Times are changing in the Indian construction industry. Both customers and
builders are looking for more efficient and faster construction materials and
technology.

 One such technology that is gaining acceptance is the Light Gauge Steel Frame
(LGSF) construction technology.
Due to its economical and structural benefits, many builders use this technology to
speed up the construction time
CHAPTER -2
2.1 JOINING COMPONENTS
• LGS frames shall be assembled together to fabricate LGSF structures using self-taping

screws.
• The LGSF structures such as wall, roof, truss and staircase shall be connected by using
special screws which shall conform to ASTM C 1513

FIGURE 3 TYPES OF BOLTS

FIGURE 4 SSx14x55mmHex Head 205 self-drilling screw
FIGURE 5 Gypsum Screw

FIGURE 6 F100 Fix109-18×45
FIGURE 7 Panel Joiner Screw10.9-18×19

CHAPTER -3
3.1 Applications
1.Residential Projects
2. Light Commercial Construction
3. Healthcare & Medical Facilities
4. Bathroom Pods-
5. Drywall
6. Solar Panel Mounting
7. Educational Buildings
8. Hospitals
9. Hybrid Construction
3.2 Advantages:
3.2.1. Superior Construction Material: The steel sheets that form the light gauge steel frames is
the construction material that is neither vulnerable to any sort of fungi or organism nor is
combustible. This makes it a secure, safe and perfect choice for construction material. Steel is
inorganic and so will not rot, warp, crack, or creep and is dimensionally stable, therefore not
expanding or contracting with moisture content.
3.2.2. Cutting edge technology: It is the future; LGSF is green, environmentally friendly and has
energy efficient properties that allow very little waste (negligible) as all the steel is cut to fit exactly.
3.2.3. Less pressure on foundations: The steel used is lighter than woods but has more strength

which puts lesser pressure on the foundation making it the ideal choice for mansards or extensions,
etc. Or that penthouse on a flat roof.
3.2.4. Speed of Construction: The construction time can be cut down drastically as everything can
be prepared at an off-site location just like lego blocks and even pre-drilled for services.
3.2.5. Lesser chances of Human Error: The light gauge steel frame method of construction is
carried through the use of computers and technology that cuts, rolls or collaborates all the structure
without the use of physical manpower. This reduces the risk of error as there is less or zero human
interference.
3.2.6. Durability: The light gauge steel frames are two times more durable then RC constructions
with regular maintenance.
3.3 DISADVANTAGES
• Not having an effective sound insulation property.
• Thermal insulation is required.
• Initial cost is high.
• Required skilled labors.
• Frequent maintenance is required to protect against corrosion.

3.4 Comparison between lgsf and RCC construction

3.5 CASE STUDY

 IT HAS BEEN CONSTRUCTED IN KERALA, IN THE YEAR 2017 BY USING

LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAME METHOD
 THERE IS A HUGE EXISTING AND FUTURE REQUIREMENT FOR

AFFORDABLE HOMES.
 40% OF THE COST WAS REDUCED AS COMPARE TO NORMAL

CONSTUCTION.
Figure 8. Example of LGSF construction
CHAPTER -4
4.1 CONCLUSION

 LGSF components are manufactured to precision, designed to withstand the

most severe climates of wind, seismic loads and snow loads.
 Transportable to remote locations, these are an excellent replacement to

conventional RCC masonry work.
 These are assembled from Cold-formed galvanised Steel “C” Profiles with
a dry construction style building technology.
 It obtains less density compare to Rcc structure
 Comparing with conventional method, almost 80% of time is saved by

using this method.
 More suitable for high seismic zones




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VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

JNANA SANGAMA BELAGAVI-590018, KARNATAKA

Under the Guidance of

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

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I express my sincere thanks to Dr. B. R. Shetty, Chairman, Brindavan College of Engineering,

I express my sincere thanks to Dr. Bhagappa, Principal, Brindavan College of Engineering,

I express my heartfelt gratitude and humble thanks to, Dr. S B Brahmadanda,

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2 Joining component 3-5

Figure no. Figure Name Page no.

1 MAKING OF LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAME 3

4 SSx14x55mmHex Head 205 self-drilling screw 6

7 Panel Joiner Screw10.9-18×19 7

8 Example of LGSF construction 11

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FIGURE 1. MAKING OF LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAME

FIGURE 2. LGSF CONSTUCTION

1.2 WHY IS LGSF CONSTRUCTION BETTER IN RAPID CONSTRUCTION

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 3

2.1 JOINING COMPONENTS

• LGS frames shall be assembled together to fabricate LGSF structures using self-taping

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 4

FIGURE 3 TYPES OF BOLTS

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 5

FIGURE 4 SSx14x55mmHex Head 205 self-drilling screw

FIGURE 5 Gypsum Screw

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 6

FIGURE 6 F100 Fix109-18×45

FIGURE 7 Panel Joiner Screw10.9-18×19

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• Not having an effective sound insulation property.

• Thermal insulation is required.

• Initial cost is high.

• Required skilled labors.

• Frequent maintenance is required to protect against corrosion.

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 9

3.4 Comparison between lgsf and RCC construction

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 10

3.5 CASE STUDY

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 11

 IT HAS BEEN CONSTRUCTED IN KERALA, IN THE YEAR 2017 BY USING

 THERE IS A HUGE EXISTING AND FUTURE REQUIREMENT FOR

 40% OF THE COST WAS REDUCED AS COMPARE TO NORMAL

Figure 8. Example of LGSF construction

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 LGSF components are manufactured to precision, designed to withstand the

 Transportable to remote locations, these are an excellent replacement to

 It obtains less density compare to Rcc structure

 Comparing with conventional method, almost 80% of time is saved by

 More suitable for high seismic zones

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING, BCE Page 13

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