Cold-formed steel framed systems are a complex, lightweight, efficient, and innovative alternative to traditional lumber framing, and it opens up an exciting new world of 3D planning, collaboration, pre-fabrication, Assemblies Construction System called “LEAN BOX”.  Stringent energy codes require knowledgeable and skilled contractors to install insulation in both the cavity and over the flange of the cold-formed steel stud ("continuous insulation"). Contractors must also show great skill and understanding to install and finish gypsum panels that meet required fire resistive ratings, to craft aesthetically appealing walls and ceilings, to install acoustical lay-in ceilings, and to install cold formed steel framing members for both structural and non-structural applications. New integrated ceiling concepts require a special skill set. Our LEAN BOX concept is the product of ever evolving and advancing technology and standards of the construction industry.

Institutional, healthcare and educational buildings are designed and erected under the watchful eyes of the "authority having jurisdiction".  Sometimes called simply "AHJ’s", these governing agencies can either be the state fire marshal or local private fire department, the county building department, the county departments of health or education. Regardless of the agency they all follow rigorous codes, standards, and guidelines. These high standards help insure that wall and ceiling systems are installed correctly and safely, and that they conform to specific design requirements. Contractors, to be successful in their construction projects, must have experience and support, which often comes from within the AWCI network of contractors and building product manufacturers.  Magna LEAN Assemblies knowledge and field experience are valued assets during the design phase of any construction project. Their experience in installing systems that meet energy codes can assist architects as they identify critical details that relate to door and window interface design, and help architects to transition between adjacent dissimilar building materials. In addition, AWCI contractors who are familiar with air barrier installations can act as a valuable source of information about this rapidly emerging new technology.