Installation Guide
11   © 2019 Fortress Framing, LLC   Rev6-10/10/19
A very important step in planning your deck job is understanding the span capabilies of the Evoluon Steel 
Framing system.  
Preparaon & Planning 
WARNING! 
Evoluon Steel Framing is an engineered framing system and each part 
is designed with load limitaons. The Span Charts are necessary for 
you to know and understand so you can ensure you framing system is 
structurally sound. Designing a deck frame outside the limits of the 
Span Charts may void the manufacturer's warranty. 
This secon Includes an example of how to calculate spans. To understand how to use the span charts and plan 
a deck, reference the “Sample Deck” poron of this secon. 
Recommended Tools 
Quick Clamps 
Fortress Black Sand 
Touch-Up Paint 
Mallet or Hammer 
5/16 MAGNETIC 
Nut Driver 
Closed-Toe Shoes 










