Build dependable drywall partitions, suspended ceilings and shaftwall assemblies with USG ME metal framing systems designed to coordinate profiles, suspension components and installation accessories within one complete range. The category includes drywall studs and tracks, ceiling profiles, shaftwall framing, hangers, clips, brackets, fasteners and other components used to form accurate wall and ceiling frameworks.
From a stud channel for internal partitions to furring channel and primary channel components for suspended gypsum ceilings, USG ME provides framing options for different project requirements. The range also includes specialised shaftwall profiles and ceiling accessories, helping architects, contractors and installers select compatible components for walls, ceilings and service-intensive building areas.
Metal stud framing creates the supporting framework behind gypsum board partitions. Vertical studs are positioned between top and bottom tracks, providing a consistent base for fixing wallboards and coordinating openings, insulation and services within the partition.
USG ME’s Drywall Metal Profile range includes C-shaped studs, U-shaped tracks, curved tracks, deflection slotted tracks, inclined tracks and control-joint components. This gives project teams options for standard partitions as well as walls that need movement accommodation, curved layouts or specific edge conditions.
For project teams comparing a GI channel or stud channel, the profile should be considered as part of the complete wall assembly rather than as an isolated component. Stud dimensions, thickness, spacing, board type, wall height and required project performance should be checked together before specification.
A Drywall Metal Profile should be selected according to the wall geometry and the way the partition is expected to perform. Standard tracks and studs form conventional straight partitions, while specialised profiles help solve less typical design and movement conditions.
Profile or component | Typical role |
Drywall C Stud | Vertical framing member supporting wallboard |
Drywall Track U Shape | Top and bottom runner for wall studs |
Curved Track | Supports curved partition layouts |
Deflection Slotted Track | Helps accommodate movement at the head of a partition |
Inclined Track | Supports non-standard or inclined wall conditions |
Drywall Control Joint | Helps manage movement in larger wall or ceiling surfaces |
USG ME currently groups these components within its drywall metal profile selection, alongside related framing accessories. Selecting profiles as part of the specified assembly helps avoid mismatched components and makes installation requirements clearer for the contractor.
A furring channel is a corrosion-resistant framing element used for wall lining and drywall ceiling applications. In suspended ceilings, furring channels can be connected to primary channels using clips or tie wire, while gypsum panels are fixed to the furring members to form the finished ceiling plane.
USG ME’s metal ceiling framing range includes furring channels, primary channels, perimeter angles and Shadowline Z Stoppage Angles. Primary channels act as main carrying members in drywall ceiling suspension systems, while perimeter and finishing profiles help create a stable, coordinated ceiling framework.
Although this category supports gypsum-board ceiling suspension rather than finished decorative metal ceiling panels, reliable framing remains critical to creating an even ceiling surface and coordinating the suspended system with the structure above.
Ceiling accessories connect, suspend and secure the framing members that form a drywall ceiling. USG ME’s range includes Primary Channel Hanging Brackets, Wire Connecting Clips, Acoustic Isolation Hangers, Primary Channel C Brackets and Threaded Rod Hangers.
These components perform different functions. Wire Connecting Clips join primary channels to furring channels, while threaded rods suspend ceiling framing from suitable structural fixing points. Brackets provide connection points within the suspension assembly, and acoustic isolation hangers are available where vibration isolation is part of the ceiling design.
Using compatible ceiling accessories with the selected profiles can simplify coordination during installation and reduce the risk of treating clips, hangers and fasteners as last-minute items.
Shaftwall framing is designed for enclosed vertical spaces such as lift shafts, stairwells and mechanical service chases. USG ME’s shaftwall range includes CH Studs, E Studs, J Runners and Jamb Struts, giving project teams framing components intended for specialised shaftwall assemblies.
CH Studs are designed for shaftwall conditions where installation access may be available from only one side. J Runners are used at the floor and ceiling of shaftwall assemblies, while other profile types complete edge, starting and opening conditions.
Because shaftwalls can have specific fire, acoustic and structural requirements, the complete wall system, board type, shaftwall metal profile, and relevant project documentation should be reviewed together before installation.
Start with the required wall or ceiling assembly, then select the profiles and accessories that support its geometry, loading, service coordination and performance needs.
Consider:
Application: Identify whether the framing is for a partition, wall lining, suspended ceiling or shaftwall.
Profile type: Select the appropriate stud, track, primary channel, furring channel or specialised shaftwall member.
Dimensions and thickness: Match profile size and thickness to the specified system and project conditions.
Board compatibility: Confirm that the framing works with the selected gypsum board or substrate.
Ceiling suspension: Coordinate hangers, brackets, clips, channels and perimeter components.
Building services: Allow for MEP penetrations, access requirements and ceiling service coordination.
Performance requirements: Review relevant fire, acoustic and structural criteria for the complete assembly.
Technical documentation: Check current datasheets, system catalogues and installation guidance before procurement. USG ME provides metal framing system catalogues, technical datasheets and safety documentation through its document library.
USG ME brings wall framing, ceiling profiles, shaftwall members and installation accessories together within one metal framing systems category. This makes it easier for contractors and specifiers to identify related components for drywall partitions and suspended ceiling systems without treating each profile as an isolated product.
The range also includes drywall accessories such as deflection clips and wall bracing strips, along with framing accessories including self-drilling screws, self-tapping screws, nuts and washers. Together, these components support the connection and installation requirements around the main framing profiles.
Metal stud framing is a system of steel studs and tracks used to create the supporting framework for drywall partitions. Vertical studs fit between top and bottom tracks, after which compatible wallboards are fixed to the framing.
A stud channel forms the vertical part of a framed drywall wall. It supports the wallboard and works with floor and ceiling tracks to create the partition framework.
A furring channel is a metal profile used in drywall ceiling and wall-lining applications. In ceiling systems, it supports gypsum boards and can be connected to primary carrying channels using appropriate clips or tie wire.
The primary channel acts as the main carrying member in a suspended drywall ceiling. Furring channels form the secondary framing used to retain and support gypsum boards within the ceiling assembly.
USG ME’s shaftwall metal profile range includes CH Studs, E Studs, J Runners, and Jamb Struts. The correct combination depends on the shaftwall assembly and individual project requirements.
Depending on the suspension design, components may include threaded rod hangers, primary-channel brackets, wire connecting clips, acoustic isolation hangers, perimeter profiles, and suitable fasteners.
Selection should be based on the complete wall or ceiling system, including application, dimensions, profile thickness, board type, loading, service coordination, and required project performance. Always refer to the relevant specification and current USG ME technical documentation before final selection.
