C-SIP Wall System Accessories

Bedford FRT “H- Stud” Connector

Bedford’s Fiberglass Reinforced Thermoset (FRT) composite connection materials were selected by CPBS as the most effective material to deliver the highest performance in connective strength and thermodynamic properties including dramatically low thermal conductivity. The FRT connection system has extreme water, mold, vapor and termite/insect infestation resistance that sets industry standards for whole-wall performance unmatched by any wood or metal wall. The innovative C-SIP wall panel connector, or “H-Stud,” is made from this high performance FRT composite material and designed to firmly attach the adjacent C-SIP wall panels together.
The “H-Stud” is mounted in the pre-grooved C-SIP wall panel and the adjacent panel grooves fit snugly over the H-Stud to create a continuous stud running the length of the panel joints from the bottom to top plate.

Bedford FRT Top/Bottom Plate and Window Channel

Like the FRT “H-Stud”  the 4-inch wide composite channels are engineered to eliminate thermal bridging while creating a structurally strong and stable connection that blocks air and moisture infiltration and won’t degrade over the life of the building.

• Continuous FRT 4” composite channels are installed as the top and bottom plates – replacing all wood components which are susceptible to rot, mold and moisture penetration, as well as termite or insect infestation that can dramatically weaken the structure. This 4 inch wide FRT composite channel has excellent thermodynamic properties that significantly reduce any thermal bridging that are inherent properties of wood and steel components.
• The Bottom Plate FRT channel is anchored with bolts to the foundation.
• Roof trusses are attached to the Top Plate FRT channel with screw fasteners and clips.
• Windows are mounted onto the C-SIP exterior skin with fasteners screwed into the FRT channel that runs continuously inside the rough window opening. The same high performance four (4″) inch wide 3M all weather flashing tape covers the window nailing flange – creating an air and water tight bond with the C-SIP wall panel skin.

ITW Buildex™ – Fasteners

Self-tapping fasteners from ITW Buildex are ideal for attaching C-SIP wall panels to the Bedford FRT channels and “H-Studs.” The Buildex Climacoat™ finish reduces corrosion which can lead to unsightly rust bleeding through exterior and interior finishes.