Floor Framing Components

Light-Gauge C-Joist Framing

Conventional C-Joist components provide a lightweight, low-cost, rigid floor assembly.


  • Precut to exacting sizes and readily available
  • Joist sizes include 8”, 10”, 12” and 14”
  • Available in 18, 16, 14 and 12 gauge
  • Flange widths include 1-5/8”, 2”, 2-1/2” and 3”

TradeReady® Steel Joists

Dietrich™ TradeReady® steel joists are one of the primary components that make up the TradeReady® floor system. These joists feature large extruded holes that accommodate HVAC, mechanical, plumbing and sprinkler runs. The joist also features a series of smaller holes for electrical and technology lines.

  • Clear spans up to 33’
  • Large extruded openings to accommodate electrical, HVAC, plumbing and technology lines
  • Hole sizes range from 4-1/4” oval to 10” round based on member depth
  • Superior strength permits wider O.C. spacing
  • Precut to your exact specifications - no waste
  • Available in 7-1/4”, 8”, 9-1/4”, 10”, 11-1/4”, 12” and 14” deep members
  • Flange sizes include 1-3/4” and 2”
  • Eliminates soffit framing

TradeReady ® Structural Blocking

Precut structural blocking that installs easily to the underside of the joists to prevent joist rotation.

  • Precut to fit 12”, 16”, 19.2” or 24” spacing
  • Prepunched holes for quick attachment
  • Available in 18 gauge only

Simpson Strong-Tie® Joist Hanger (S/JCT8-14)

Features “one size fits all” flexibility and accommodates 8"–14" deep floor joists.


  • One size fits all, eliminates numerous SKUs
  • Quick and easy installation
  • Field skewable up to 45"
  • Joists can be attached from either side or doubled up
  • Fits C-joists from 8" through 14" deep
  • Optional holes for additional loading capacity
  • Works with steel beams, wood beams or headers

Simpson Strong-Tie® Bridle Hangers

Bridle hangers are used to attach floor joists to structural steel beams, wood ledgers or masonry block.


  • Use with 2" flange (CSW) or (TDW) floor joists
  • Single- and double-wide hangers available
  • May be used for weld-on applications
  • Stock sizes for 8", 10", 12" and 14" deep joists
  • Other widths and depths available

Foundation Clips

Foundation clips are used to secure TradeReady® Rim Joist, structural track, end caps or parallel joists to the building foundation.

  • Prepunched for easy and accurate fastener placement
  • Elongated slot provides for adjustable attachment to the foundation anchor bolts
  • 16-gauge, G-90, 50 KSI steel

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