The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) has published Technical Note W601-23, “Design Methodology for Hole Reinforcement of Cold-Formed Steel Compression Members.” Tech Note W601-23 discusses methodologies for engineering a reinforcement solution for a field cut hole in either the flange or the web element.
Cold-formed steel (CFS) compression members, such as wall studs, are sometimes damaged inadvertently by other construction trades. An all-too-common damage is the cutting of large holes in either the flange or web elements of the cross section. In situations where the cross section of the CFS member has been compromised by the cutting of holes, the member must either be replaced or reinforced. Tech Note W601-23 presents a reinforcing concept to achieve the desired required strength of the section.
- Tech Note W601-23 is free of charge to CFSEI Corporate, Professional and Student Members
- For nonmembers, Tech Note W601-23 is available for purchase at CFSEI On-Demand
CFSEI Technical Note W601-23, “Design Methodology for Hole Reinforcement of Cold-Formed Steel Compression Members.”
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On May 1, 2023, CFSEI moved from the American Iron and Steel Institute to its new home with the Steel Framing Industry Association (SFIA), where the CFSEI’s leadership and goals will continue to be supported in its role as the industry’s key touchpoint for CFS design.
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