Steel Framing Connections
Steel Framing Connections is a podcast from FRAMECAD about cold-formed steel (CFS) and light gauge steel (LGS) construction. Each episode features conversations with industry leaders, builders, engineers, architects, and problem-solvers who are reshaping how we design, manufacture, and build. The show explores smarter, faster, and more sustainable ways to construct buildings using steel framing. It is aimed at people working in steel framing as well as anyone curious about where construction is heading. The podcast serves as a meeting point for the industry, where connections are built.
Episodes
What’s Driving Cold-Formed Steel Adoption in North America? (Don Allen)
How resilience, off-site construction and technology are shaping the future of CFSIn this episode of Steel Framing Connections, Don Allen, Executive Director of the Steel Framing Industry Association (SFIA), discusses what’s driving the adoption of cold-formed steel framing across North America.Don explores how resilience, non-combustibility, light weight, recyclability and changing construction d
Why Builders Switch from Wood to Cold-Formed Steel (Stanley Adwell)
Why builders are moving beyond wood and embracing cold-formed steel In this episode of Steel Framing Connections, Stanley Adwell, CEO and Co-Founder of IntelliSteel, discusses why builders and developers are increasingly looking beyond wood to cold-formed steel. Stanley explores how smarter design and engineering, more predictable costs, labor efficiencies and growing insurance pressures are helpi
Why Cold Formed Steel is Built for Resilient Construction (David Chai)
Building Stronger with Cold-Formed Steel David Chai, Co-Owner and CEO of Orlando Steel Framing, joins Steel Framing Connections to discuss how manufacturing, technology and resilient construction are helping drive cold-formed steel adoption. David explains why early engineering and a manufacturing mindset are critical to delivering consistent results at scale, and how better coordination between d
Early Collaboration and Education Drive Steel Framing Adoption (Melissa Sheffy)
Early Collaboration Better Build In this episode of Steel Framing Connections, Melissa Sheffy, Founder of Network Framing Solutions, shares how early collaboration, education and prefabrication are helping drive steel framing adoption across the construction industry. Drawing on her experience moving from contractor to manufacturer, Melissa explains why the greatest opportunities for cold-formed s
Steel Framing vs Wood for Multifamily Construction (with Jason Schaller)
Why More Developers Are Choosing Steel Framing for Multifamily Construction In Episode 5 of Steel Framing Connections, we sit down with Jason Schaller, from Vitruvian Steel to explore why more developers are choosing steel framing over traditional wood construction for multifamily and commercial projects. Jason shares how prefabricated cold-formed steel framing is helping builders reduce construct
Why Cold Formed Steel Construction Wins in Mid-Rise (with Scott Fournier)
Why Developers and Contractors Are Turning to Cold-Formed Steel In Episode 4 of Steel Framing Connections, we speak with Scott Fournier, President of Integrated Steel Solutions, about why cold-formed steel is changing the way commercial and mid-rise buildings are delivered. You'll discover how a manufacturing-led approach, innovative engineering and FRAMECAD technology are helping teams build fast
How Modular Bathroom Pods Save Time on Construction Sites (with Andreas Kilander)
What if you could significantly reduce onsite construction time while improving efficiency and consistency? In this episode of Steel Framing Connections, we talk with Andreas Kilander about the growing adoption of modular bathroom pods and their impact on modern construction projects. From faster installation times to improved project coordination, Andreas shares how offsite-manufactured bathroom
How AI & Steel Framing Are Building Tomorrow Faster (with Marc McQuain)
AI & Steel Framing: Building Tomorrow Faster. In this episode, Marc McQuain, CEO of Volstrukt, explores how AI and digital manufacturing are reshaping the future of housing.Marc brings over 15 years of experience at the intersection of design, manufacturing, and construction. He shares how steel framing is evolving from a niche solution into a scalable, tech-driven approach to building faster,
What is Driving the Steel Framing Market in Australia? (with Peter Blythe)
What’s driving the steel framing market in Australia? In this episode, Peter Blythe from Dynamic Steel Frame explains how steel is transforming construction, reducing costs, increasing speed and challenging traditional timber methods.We explore the steel framing market in Australia, including key trends, growth drivers, and the future outlook for the industry.Peter shares his 13-year journey in li
Welcome to Steel Framing Connections
Welcome to Steel Framing Connections
