Design Data Sheets

In addition to our joist and deck catalogs, CMC Joist and Deck strives to continuously provide our customers and specifiers with resources to assist with the design and installation of our products. The following is a list of data sheets created by CMC Joist & Deck Engineering with links to each individual data sheet.

NEW - LS Cellular Deck
Technical data and product features for our 4.5”, 6”, and 7.5” LS Cellular (LSCS) and LS Cellular Acoustic (LSCAS) deck

NEW Design Manual and Catalog of Steel Deck Products
Overview of the changes included in our completely revised 2008 Design Manual and Catalog of Steel Deck Products

Designers' Checklist for Steel Deck
Suggested steps for designers specifying roof, composite, or form deck with references to our Design Manual and Catalog of Steel Deck Products

Designer's Checklist for Specifying Composite Deck in Parking Structures
Industry guidelines and suggestions for the use of composite deck in parking structures

Avoid the Crunch Part 1
Web crippling values for our standard roof deck products subjected to two flange end loading

Avoid the Crunch Part 2
Web crippling values for our standard roof deck products subjected to two flange interior loading

A Focus on Stud Strength
A summary of shear stud strength based on stud size, stud position, concrete density, and deck type

Shear Studs for Composite Deck
Some frequently asked questions regarding the use of shear studs with composite deck

Throw Me a Curve
Guidelines regarding field curving CMC Joist & Deck roof deck products in the strong direction

We Make It Easy to be Green
Provides an overview of the LEED credits that CMC Joist & Deck can contribute to for both joists and deck

Custom Configuration Joists
Manufacturer recommendations for specifying custom joists

 

We are proud to be a contributing member to the Steel Deck Institute.

Our United Steel Deck brand of steel deck products is designed per all SDI standards.

As a member of SDI we share the goals of developing deck products that are engineered for structural soundness, consistent quality, versatility, durability, and economy. We also work to initiate design and installation procedures that conform to good construction practices and to make information readily available for designers and owners.