Secondary framing consists of minor load carrying members of a structure such as purlins, girts, eave struts, base angles, and hat sections.

ClarkDietrich stands alone as a single source for a complete lineup of steel framing products.

Hardy Frames, Inc. manufactures light gage steel Panels and Brace Frames that are installed flush into wall framing for the purpose of resisting shear and wind loads.

Simpson Strong-Tie's offering of lateral-force resisting systems, including Wood and Steel Strong-Wall® shearwalls, Strong Frame® moment frames and new Strong-Rod™ Systems, gives designers and engineers added design flexibility in wood-frame construction and the confidence that almost anything is possible.