Do You Know What Metal Deck Is and Isn’t?

By Lauren White, RCS Assistant Editor. 

Understand the specifics of metal deck. 

A “full-service metal deck distributor,” A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply is available to assist contractors in completing their metal deck projects.  With 15 locations in 11 different states, they continue to grow. In their Metal Deck 101 video series, which are provided in English and Spanish, they share more about what metal deck is and debunk what metal deck is not. 

“Metal deck is a corrugated, structural panel made of steel,” explains Michael Polizzi, sales manager for A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply. The thickness or gauge is how metal deck is specified. There are two different types of metal deck: roof deck and composite floor deck. “Composite floor deck is easily distinguished by its embossment patterns,” Michael clarifies.   

In the video, A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply employees help Michael explain what metal deck is not.  "Metal deck isn’t orange, a standing seam roof, a metal building, a product with a 20-year paint warranty.” Michael clarifies that metal deck is a structural product, not an architectural product. Since many products are produced using a similar method, A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply has identified a way to help tell the difference. Simply ask, “Does it have a finished paint color?” and “Is it meant to be exposed on the outside?” If the answer is “yes” to either of those questions, then it isn’t metal deck.     

The experts at A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply use their background and expertise to help contractors get the metal deck they need. Sometimes that means identifying metal deck profiles versus architectural products, such as R panel, 7.2, standing seam metal roof, and corrugated 2.67, which they can do by looking at a photo. A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply’s goal is to be the source of supply for contractors in completing more metal deck projects.  

Learn more about A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.metaldecksupply.com. 

About A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply 

A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply is a full-service metal deck distributor with 15 locations in 11 states serving the U.S. and abroad. Metal roof deck, form deck and composite floor decks are available in all types, gauges, and finishes for immediate use as well as any size order produced for any project requirements and schedule. Specialty products: stainless steel, cellular and acoustic decks, construction drawings, take-off and project management are also available.