Trakloc^® is a patent(s) pending steel framing system that increases productivity and reduces labor cost.  This system allows the stud to lock into the track, thus minimizing mechanical fasteners.  Additionally, this system has a telescopic stud which compensates for irregularities or undulations in floor-to-ceiling heights, thus minimizing measuring and cutting in the field.

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Trakloc^® has obtained an ICC approval (Report Number ESR-1464) covering our connection technology and telescoping adjustability.  Trakloc^® has also attained a 1-hour fire approval rating under Intertek Testing Service Design # NBW-350, and complies with fire resistant rating ANSI/UL 263: Design numbers U419, U463, U411, U412, and U403.  Trakloc^® also complies with ASTM A653 (material classification) and ASTM A645 (galvanized protection).  Trakloc^® has furthermore obtained specific approvals from the following state and local governments (copies of written approvals available upon request)

• City of Los Angeles (Research Report #26628)
• City of New York Department of Buildings
• City of Miami
• State of Georgia Office of the State Safety Fire Commissioner
• State of Connecticut

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Trakloc^® is competitively priced on an installed cost basis, typically selling at an approximate premium over commodity studs of between 25% and 30%.  Resulting installed cost savings to the contractor range between 10% and 25% over commodity framing products, depending on the type and complexity of the project.

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Currently approved sizes include 18 mil through 30 mil stud and track.  Widths are 2 1/2", 3 5/8", and 6".

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This varies from 4" to 12", depending on stud size, gauge, length and spacing.  The proper overlap length will be calculated at point of manufacture using ICC approved guidelines.

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Because of the longer flange on the Trakloc^® track, you can screw the cut stud to the Trakloc^® track.

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Trakloc^® is installed in the same manner as conventional track.  The same fasteners and tools are utilized.  Trakloc^® track can be miter cut, and/or can either be butted together at inside/outside corners or slip cut.  Framers will most often want to re-think their crew scheduling in order to realize maximum savings in installed costs given the shorter time required to frame in studs and header openings compared to traditional framing.  Installation of the Trakloc^® track is identical to conventional track in terms of time.

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Yes, based on the patent pending design, the Trakloc^® stud can be inserted anywhere along the length of the Trakloc^® track.

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No, the Trakloc^® system is approved for non-load bearing walls only.

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If the Trakloc^® stud is moved off layout for whatever reason, the stud can be slid back into place.  The dimpling in the center of the track minimizes unwanted movement, however.

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This depends on the gauge and size.  Refer to Trakloc^® Limiting Wall Height Tables in the Spec Sheet (or by the link).  ICC approved heights limits conform closely to those for commodity steel framing.

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No, Trakloc^® studs are available in fixed lengths as short as 12" and as long as you need them to be, however most framers prefer the flexibility and adjustability afforded by the telescoping product.

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Yes, all Trakloc^® studs come with 4" x 1 1/2" service holes on 24" centers, starting 12" from the bottom.

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Yes, Trakloc^® can be ordered in custom lengths as short as 16" for telescoping product, and 12" for the fixed length product.

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Trakloc^® has been used in Australia for the past 5 years.  It was first used in the United States in 2004, ICC approval was obtained in 2005, and is when commercialization of the product in the US began.

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The design of Trakloc^® is to eliminate the need to cuts studs.  However, if you need to cut the stud or track, standard steel framing tools should be utilized.

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Trakloc^® is available from leading building products distributor throughout the country, with more distribution centers coming on line regularly.  Please call (414) 354-1000 to find a distributor in your area or to have us contact a distributor that you currently use.

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• A Trakloc^® wall can be assembled on the floor and raised as a unit (similar to residential wood framing).
• Stud assemblies and header clips are available in pre-cut lengths as short as 12" to be sued as "cripples" in header and soffit framing, allowing headers to be framed with no more than one cut and four screws, and complete soffit units to be assembled with at most four cuts and eight screws (demonstration video of this detail is available).
• A Trakloc^® stud assembly can be manufactured in custom, compressed lengths to accommodate handling in freight elevators.  The studs can then be extended to their finished length once in the unit, thereby eliminating the costly need to splice studs together to obtain taller wall heights.
• Trakloc^® reduces installation man-hours by between 25% and 45% for the framing contractor, and reduces build out time for the building owner/developer.  This decreases interest expense on construction loans and allows fro faster occupancy.
• When screws are required (such as in jambs, headers and soffits), they are installed in the recess groove of the track, eliminating the "bump" in the drywall.  This is especially beneficial around door and window headers.
• The grooves on the vertical face of the Trakloc^® studs help the tip of the screw "bite" into the stud.
• By allowing screws to be inserted into these track grooves, the framer is able to shoot the screw in at a 45 degree angle to the wall instead of at a 90 degree angle as is the case with conventional framing.  While this might not sound like a big deal, it greatly reduces the amount of bending from the knees and waist.  this is seen by trade schools and apprenticeship programs as significant factors in reducing risks of knee and back strains and injuries.

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