Detailing Service
SIDE-LAPS
Side Laps are how two pieces of metal decking are "connected" to one another by using self-drilling screws, welds, button punches, or crimps.
Interlocking Side-Lap
Referred to as a button punch Side-Lap. The Interlocking Side-Lap has a horizontal return on the female lip and can be button punched, welded or screwed.
Interlocking Alternative Side-Lap
Also referred to as a button punch. The Alternative Side-Lap has no horizontal return on the female lip and can only be button punched.
Nestable Side-Lap
The Nestable Side-Lap contains a partial rib on one side which “nests” into the side edge of the adjacent steel deck pane. The Nestable Side-Lap can be welded or screwed.
METAL DECK PROFILES TERMS
There are many different components to the structure of steel decking. Below you will find the industry terms for each component.
Basic Anatomy
The width, each piece of metal deck, will cover.
The embossments are present to help the concrete adhere to the metal decking.
