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A method of constructing multiple story buildings and particularly detention structures as disclosed in which the framing members are lightweight steel channel members which are generally similar and in certain applications, interchangeable. The walls and floors of the building are framed with the c

A method of constructing multiple story buildings and particularly detention structures as disclosed in which the framing members are lightweight steel channel members which are generally similar and in certain applications, interchangeable. The walls and floors of the building are framed with the channel members and lath sheathing is applied thereto for receiving cementitious fill therebetween. A unique diagonal tension strap system is used whereby diagonal straps are permanently attached at their lower end and tensioned at their upper end with adjustable fasteners before being permanently fastended at the upper end. The system provides for a more rapid and inexpensive construction schedule over conventional construction and affords high resistance to fire and to penetration of the filled walls.

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A method of constructing a light gauge metal reinforced concrete structure upon a foundation comprising the steps of: (a) erecting a first level of said structure, said first level including a plurality of light gauge metal framed wall panels having an upper end and a base upon said foundation, by s

A method of constructing a light gauge metal reinforced concrete structure upon a foundation comprising the steps of: (a) erecting a first level of said structure, said first level including a plurality of light gauge metal framed wall panels having an upper end and a base upon said foundation, by securing said bases to said foundation for forming a framed enclosure; (b) securing a floor/ceiling member to said upper ends of said wall panels for providing a ceiling over said first level and a floor for a succeeding level; (c) placing exterior sheathing over said wall panels for enclosing said first level; (d) loosely fastening a diagonally extending tension strap between said upper end and said base of each of said wall panels; (e) erecting a second level of said wall panels over said first level wall panels for forming a second story framed enclosure; (f) tightening said diagonal tension straps of said first level for resisting lateral loads on said wall panels; (g) erecting successive levels in sequence as detailed in steps a through f for constructing a multi-story structure to a desired height; and (h) installing a roof assembly over said structure.