Steel Framing Systems (SFS) North East

External Steel Framing Systems (SFS) Specialists in the North East 

Advanced Structural Solutions for Modern Construction

Steel Framing Systems (SFS) are central to the rise of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) across the North East. At North Base Contracts Ltd, we specialise in the installation of SFS for commercial, residential, and industrial developments throughout Newcastle, Gateshead, and surrounding areas.

SFS offers a faster, lighter, and more accurate alternative to traditional blockwork, particularly for multi-storey and large-scale projects.

Understanding Steel Framing Systems

SFS is a cold-rolled, lightweight structural steel system used to form the external envelope of buildings. Installed between the primary structural frame, it provides a precise substrate for cladding, insulation, and weatherproofing systems.

Key Benefits of SFS

• Speed: Rapid installation accelerates programmes and allows early weather-tightness.

• Accuracy: Factory-manufactured components ensure millimetre precision.

• Design Flexibility: Suitable for complex architectural forms and large spans.

• Reduced Load: Significantly lighter than masonry, reducing structural demands.

We install SFS for infill, continuous, and high-bay walling applications, making it suitable for apartments, offices, warehouses, and mixed-use developments.

Trusted Manufacturers & System Performance

We work with leading UK manufacturers including Metsec, Hadley Group, and EOS, installing systems engineered to meet site-specific wind loading, fire resistance, and thermal requirements. Our SFS installations integrate seamlessly with external sheathing boards and insulation systems from manufacturers such as Rockwool and Kingspan.

Accredited Installation & Project Control

SFS installation demands technical expertise and rigorous quality control. Our teams hold CSCS, IPAF, and PASMA certifications and operate under strict installation tolerances. From delivery logistics to final alignment, every element is managed to ensure structural integrity and programme certainty.

North Base Contracts provides reliable SFS solutions that form the structural backbone of high-performance buildings across the North East.