There are 12 classes of SFIA membership, each with specific requirements that must be met. Article IV.1 of the SFIA Bylaws contains the requirements for eligibility.

Connector & Accessory Manufacturer. Any individual, partnership, firm, corporation, or entity regularly engaged in the manufacture on the North American continent of cold-formed steel framing connectors or accessories is eligible to become a Connector and Accessory Manufacturer of SFIA only if it meets the following terms and conditions:

(1) Must be manufacturing cold-formed steel framing connectors or accessories.

(2) Must comply with the International Code Council’s International Building Code and the International Residential Code.

(3) Facility(ies) and management must have been active in the cold-formed steel framing industry for a minimum of one year.

(4) Manufacturer shall have a Professional Engineer on staff or documented proof of an annual retainer for an engineer who specializes in cold-formed steel design.

(5) Must submit a current copy of product literature.

(6) Must abide by the Code of Ethics as approved by the Board of Directors.

(7) Must participate in the SFIA independent Code Compliance Certification Program for connectors and accessories and will accordingly be entitled to utilize SFIA evaluation reports.

Mandatory:  Connector Code Compliance Certification Program
Manufacturers that participate in the SFIA program, titled Manufacturing Compliance Certification Program, agree to comply with the program requirements that govern the materials used to produce the connectors, protection against corrosion, manufacturing tolerances, and marking requirements.  A third-party administrator audits each manufacturing facility annually to ensure these standards are met.

Complimentary CFSEI membership
SFIA Connector & Accessory Manufacturer Membership includes a complimentary membership in the CFSEI, including all pertinent discounts and free access to Tech Notes, webinars and other CFSEI resources. 

 Connector & Accessory Manufacturer Application

For Membership or Certification questions please reach out to Holly Mellinger