Corporate Capability Statement
Steel Frame Building Systems – SFBS
A New Force in Modern Construction
Steel Frame Building Systems Limited (SFBS) represents the next evolution in structural engineering and off-site construction.
Although newly established, SFBS is built upon a depth of technical expertise rarely found in young organisations. Our engineering team brings over 100 years of combined experience across:
Steel frame manufacturing
Structural engineering
Modular building systems
High-volume residential and commercial construction
We combine innovation, engineering excellence, and scalable delivery to meet the demands of modern construction.
Our Mission
Deliver Homes and Buildings Faster, Stronger and More Sustainably
SFBS was created to address one of the greatest challenges facing the UK and Ireland today:
Delivering high-quality homes and commercial buildings at scale, at pace, and to future-ready performance standards.
We achieve this by leveraging:
International supply chains
Direct product sourcing
Advanced engineering methodologies
A proprietary high-performance steel frame system
Our approach outperforms traditional construction in:
Structural capacity
Thermal efficiency
Installation speed
Long-term durability
Our Proprietary Structural System
At the centre of the SFBS offering is our engineered wall build-up system, integrating:
140mm cold-formed steel sections
Rockwool insulation
OSB structural sheathing
Fibre cement boards
Full suite of external finishes and cladding options
Performance Highlights:
U-values from 0.18 W/m²K down to 0.12 W/m²K
Airtightness levels of 3 m³/hr/m²
Exceeds modern housing and commercial building requirements
Our system delivers high structural performance while maintaining energy efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Proven Supplier to Residential & Commercial Sectors
SFBS supplies steel frame structures for:
Residential Developments
4–15 unit schemes
Multi-unit housing projects
Developer-led and council-led programmes
Commercial Clients Including:
Starbucks
Wendy’s
Popeyes
Amazon
Greggs
Our systems are trusted by recognised commercial brands requiring speed, reliability, and structural excellence.
Compliance & Certification
All SFBS systems comply with:
UK Building Regulations
European Standards
CE Marking requirements
UKCA Marking requirements
Our manufacturing facilities have been inspected and approved by UK Building Control, ensuring full regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
Design Flexibility
SFBS offers complete design adaptability:
Manufacture directly from existing architectural drawings
Value-engineer projects to optimise cost and performance
Provide complete in-house engineered solutions
Support developers from concept to installation
Our system integrates seamlessly with architectural intent while improving programme efficiency.
Expansion Across Ireland & the UK
Ireland
Ireland requires over 600,000 new homes.
SFBS is targeting delivery of 2% of this shortage in partnership with strong local collaborators.
United Kingdom
With over 1.5 million homes required, SFBS provides:
Scalable production capacity
Fast-track installation
Fully compliant structural systems
Reliable supply for councils, developers, and housing providers
A Reliable Partner for the Future of Construction
SFBS exists to solve the structural and delivery challenges facing modern construction through advanced engineering, scalable systems, and sustainable solutions.