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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
EVOLUTION
STEEL DECK FRAMING
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EVOLUTION
STEEL DECK FRAMING
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Joists To S-Ledger & Beam........24 End Joist To Beam & S-Ledger (Flush Mount)............25 Joist To Beam & S-Ledger (Flush Mount)............26 Evolution Strap To Joist..........27 Non-Standard Spacing at Mid-Span & General Blocking..............29 Pre-Punched U-Rim Joist To Joists......29 Blank U-Rim Joist To Joists........30 Curved U-Rim Joist To Joists........31...

  • Page 3: General Guidelines

    As the steel framing parts are cut, all metal shavings and/ or chips must be removed from inside the Evolution Framing parts. At the end of a work period, all steel shavings and/or chips must be cleaned off the jobsite.

  • Page 4: Required Tools/Components

    2” x 6” x 12’, 14’, 16’, 2” x 8” x 8’, 12’, 20’ [89mm x 89mm x 18’ or 20’ [51mm x 203mm x 3048mm] [51mm x 152mm x 3658mm, 4267mm, 2438mm, 3658mm, 4877mm, 5486mm, 6096mm] 6096mm] EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...
  • Page 5 2” x 2” x 48” 1219mm] [51mm x 64mm x 254mm or 356mm] [51mm x 51mm x 1219mm] Concrete Anchor Evolution Self-drilling Screw Joist/Beam Cap 3/8” x 3” [10mm x 76mm] 3/4” [19mm] #12 (NOT PROVIDED BY FORTRESS) Single Hanger Bracket...

  • Page 6: Installation Overview

    INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Evolution Framing Connections S-Ledger To Structure S-Ledger To Joist Post To Beam Joist To Evolution Strap Joist to U-Rim Joist Post to Footing Note: Construction methodologies are always improving. Please visit FortressBP.com for the most up-to-date Installation Instructions.
  • Page 7 Evolution Framing Installation Process (Overview) Mount S-Ledger Mount Posts Install Beam Onto Structure To Footing (Single or Double Beam) Install End Joists Install Joists Install Beam Blocking Install Evolution Strap Install U-Rim Joist Install Joist or (Pre-Punched, Blank, Beam Caps...

  • Page 8: Project Planning

    Search for CCRR #0313. It is critical to NOT exceed defined allowable maximum spans. Fig. 1 HOUSE/BUILDING Joists 16’ 16” [4877mm] [406mm] On Center 11’ 10’ Spacing [3353mm] [3048mm] Post 12’ [3658mm] 14’ [4267mm] 16’ [4877mm] TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...
  • Page 9 EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...
  • Page 10 • Call 811 before you dig the footing holes to locate and identify any buried utilities. Fig. 4 Consult local code Fig. 3 HOUSE/BUILDING requirements Spray paint center of desired footing location Consult local code requirements Top View Side View EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 11: Cutting & Painting

    • Be sure to support product to prevent bending during cutting. • Be sure to not over heat the material when making cuts with a grinder. EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...
  • Page 12 1. Using a piece of cardboard as a mask, apply the 1 coat of Fortress zinc based touch-up paint. 2. Allow to dry before applying second coat. 3. Apply the 2 coat of Fortress zinc based touch-up paint. 4. Allow to dry and install. EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 13: Framing Connections

    S-Ledger to the structure. 7. Attach F-50 Brackets to the outside edges of the S-Ledger with Evolution Self-Drilling Screws. As shown in Fig. 13. The notched side of the F-50 Bracket is designed to line up flush with the edge of the S-Ledger.
  • Page 14 Consult your local building code official or structural engineer for proper flashing/water management treatment. Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Side View Ledger Bracket S-Ledger Angled edge in Ledger Bracket facing down Fig. 11 Fig. 12 EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 15: Post Onto Concrete Footing

    Beam to be mounted correctly. 7. Confirm that the post is level and plumb. 8. Fasten Posts onto Post to Pier Brackets using Evolution Self-Drilling Screws. As shown in Fig. 19. Continuously check if post is level and plumb.
  • Page 16 This will help ensure the frame assembly is level once installed. Fig. 14 Fig. 15 Top View Post To Pier Bracket Concrete Anchor & Washer Fig. 17 Fig. 16 Fig. 18 Fig. 19 Post Post To Pier Bracket EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 17: Bury Post Into Footing

    As shown in Fig. 20. 2. Compact the gravel before setting the Posts. 3. Use tape measure to check depth. Evolution Posts are designed to be buried at a minimum of 36” [914mm] depth. As shown in Fig. 21.

  • Page 18: Post To Single Beam

    Beam face down once installed. As shown in Fig. 26. Adjust if needed. 4. While keeping the Beam in position, use Evolution Self-Drilling Screws to fasten brackets onto the Beam. As shown in Fig. 27. The use of Clamps is recommended to keep Beam in desired position.
  • Page 19 Fig. 24 Fig. 25 Ends of S-Ledger & Beam in line S-Ledger Beam Fig. 26 Drainage holes facing down Fig. 27 Fig. 28 24” [610mm] Max. overhang Side View EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 20: Post To Double Beam

    Double Beam and on both top and bottom faces of beam. 2. Fasten Double Beam Track to Double Beam using Evolution Self-drilling Screws. As shown in Fig. 30. Be sure to have ends of Double Beam flush before fastening.
  • Page 21 Fig. 29 Fig. 30 Ends of Beam & Beam Tracks flush Fig. 31 Fig. 32 Side View 24” [610mm] Max. overhang Fig. 33 Fig. 34 Top View Minimum of 24” [610mm] overlap Fig. 35 Fig. 36 EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 22: End Joists To S-Ledger & Beam

    2. Mount End Joists flush onto both ends of the S-Ledger. As shown in Fig. 37. 3. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten End Joists onto F-50 Brackets. As shown in Fig. 38. 4. Confirm the End Joists and Beam are square. Adjust if needed.
  • Page 23 Fig. 37 Fig. 38 Fig. 39 Fig. 40 Fig. 41 Drainage holes facing down Fig. 42 Top View Starting point 4’ [1219mm] End Joist Length mark 3’ [914mm] Length mark Beam EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 24: Joists To S-Ledger & Beam

    Use a 3-4 lb. Hammer and a block of wood to fully seat joists into Ledger Brackets & S-Ledger. 2. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten Joists onto Ledger Brackets. As shown in Fig. 44. It is required to apply a screw onto each sides of a joist.

  • Page 25: End Joist To Beam & S-Ledger (Flush Mount)

    As shown in Fig. 48. Adjust if needed. 2. Attach F-50 Brackets to the outside edges of the Beam with Evolution Self-drilling Screws. As shown in Fig. 49. The notched side of the F-50 Bracket is designed to line up flush with the edge of the Beam.

  • Page 26: Joist To Beam & S-Ledger

    Fig. 51. 3. Position Single Hanger Brackets centered on previously marked on center markings then fasten the brackets onto the Beam using Evolution Self-drilling Screws. As shown in Fig. 52. 4. Measure opening between S-Ledger and Single Hanger Bracket. Cut joists to length, if required. Reference pages 11 - 13 for cutting and panting instructions.

  • Page 27: Evolution Strap To Joist

    Connection 7A: Evolution Strap To Joist 1. Ground Level Decks: Place 12” [305mm] or 16” [406mm] O.C. Evolution Strap on the topside of the Joist. As shown in Fig. 54. No fasteners are required when installing Strap on the top-side.
  • Page 28 • The larger diameter holes in the strap are to allow water to escape when it’s installed on the underside of the joist. • The Evolution Strap is 4’ [1219mm] long. The 12” [305mm] O.C. version and will cover 4 Joists. The 16” [406mm] O.C.

  • Page 29: Blocking

    3. Cut Joists, to be used as standard blocking, to the desired length. Reference pages 11 - 13 for cutting and panting instructions. 4. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten cut Joist to two F-50 Brackets. As shown in Fig. 58. Note: •...

  • Page 30: Blank U-Rim Joist To Joists

    3. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten ends of U-Rim joist onto top face of End Joists. As shown in Fig. 61. Be sure edge of the Pre-punched U-Rim is flush with outside edge of the Joist. Note: • The pre-punched U-Rim Joist should ONLY be used when fascia will mount on the Rim of the deck.

  • Page 31: Curved U-Rim Joist To Joists

    1. Insert Rim Joist Brackets in exposed ends of Joists. As shown in Fig. 64. 2. Using Evolution Self-Drilling Screws, fasten Rim Joist Brackets onto Joists. As shown in Fig. 65. It is required for a screw to be applied onto each sides of a Joist.
  • Page 32 6. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten the Curved U-Rim onto the Rim Joist Bracket tab. As shown in Fig. 67. 7. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten ends of the Curved U-Rim Joist onto top and bottom face of End Joists.

  • Page 33: Joist As Rim Joist

    1. Mount F-50 Brackets in desired position onto exposed ends of frame joists. 2. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten the F-50 Bracket onto the End Joist. As shown in Fig. 68. Be sure back face of bracket is flush with open edge of Joist.
  • Page 34 Fig. 68 Fig. 69 Fig. 70 Fig. 71 EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING...

  • Page 35: Joist & Beam Cap

    2. Using Evolution self-drilling screws, fasten Joist or Beam Cap onto Joist or Beam. As shown in Fig. 73. Note: • Use the Evolution Joist or Beam Caps to cover the open ends of the joists or beams. Fig. 72 Fig.

  • Page 36: Care & Maintenance/Span Charts

    CARE & MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance Of Fortress Building Products Powder-Coated Products And Surfaces: • Immediately after installation of your Fortress Building Products, clean powder-coated products and surfaces with a solution of warm water and non-abrasive, pH neutral detergent solution. Surfaces should be thoroughly rinsed after cleaning to remove all residues.

  • Page 37: Post To Frame Connections/Frame Inspection Checklist/Warranty

    To obtain and review a copy of the warranty, please go to: https://Fortressbp.com/warranties. You can also contact: (844) 909-1999 or write to: Fortress Building Products Warranty, 1720 N 1st St, Garland, TX 75040 to obtain a copy of the warranty. Note: •...
  • Page 38 JOIN THE REVOLUTION. FortressBP.com | 866.323.4766 © 2022 Fortress Building Products. Unless otherwise noted, all proprietary names are trademarks of Fortress Iron, LP. All rights reserved. EVOLUTION STEEL DECK FRAMING 04/2022...

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