Type 1.5FDR is also used in floor construction as an economical form to support concrete slabs during construction. Specifying 1.5FDR deck may eliminate the need for expensive temporary shoring. Floor systems using 1.5FDR deck enable the designer to space the structural members to over 10'-0" on center.
Available with nested side laps, types 1.5FDR and 1.5FDV or interlocking side laps, types 1.5FDI and 1.5FDIV.
Available as a vented deck, types 1.5FDV and 1.5FDIV are manufactured with slot vents in the bottom flutes. The openings can be specified from 0.5% up to 1.5% of total surface.
Also available with rolled-in hanger tabs (non-vented types only).