Current practices to accommodate lateral drift of non-bearing cold-formed steel stud exterior systems cannot fully isolate the exterior system to receive zero damage in a seismic event since the drifts can often exceed three inches per floor.  In-plane lateral drift and out-of-plane lateral drift are accomplished in many different ways.  With various types of joints, tracks, and slotted clips both of these drifts can be achieved, but it can be difficult to accomplish both drifts effectively where walls intersect.  Detailing must allow for inelastic building drifts without failure of the exterior system that would result in a falling hazard.  This webinar will address the various ways to accommodate large lateral drifts in exterior and interior cold formed steel framing systems.

THIS WEBINAR INCLUDES:

• The science behind lateral loading and movement of buildings.
• Amounts of drift to expect with various structural systems and building types
• Current practices for accommodating building drift on both interior partitions and exterior walls
• Other methods for reducing drift related damage
• Specific details and methodologies for problem areas such as wall intersections and building corners

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

• In areas where there are frequent moderate earthquakes, building owners want to reduce the amount of damage and cost of repairs.
• Improper detailing of drift connections can lead to life-safety issues
• Proper detailing and installation of these systems are critical to their proper performance during a high wind or seismic event.
• If you are a member or join CFSEI when you sign up, other participants at your location can obtain continuing education at no additional cost.

WEBINAR MATERIALS

The day before the Webinar, registered participants will receive electronic versions of the following:

• Presenter’s notes (includes slides)
• CFSEI Technical Note on Single Slip Track Design (W100-08a)
• CFSEI Technical Note on Common Design Issues for Deflection Track (542)
• CFSEI Technical Note on Design of By-Pass Slip Connectors in CFS Construction (W103-11)
• Evaluation form
• Attendance form
• Click here to register ONLINE

ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Thomas A. Castle, S.E. brings with him over twenty years experience in structural engineering design. He is a principal at Ficcadenti Waggoner and Castle Structural Engineers in Walnut Creek, California.  His areas of interest include seismic design and the design of nonstructural exterior and interior architectural systems.  FWC has over 50 employees and specializes in cold formed steel design.  He has been responsible for numerous building and component designs in both the residential and commercial fields. Mr. Castle attended California State Polytechnic University in San Luis Obispo where he earned his Bachelors degree, and continued his education at the University of California at Berkeley, receiving his Masters degree.