Kraus-Anderson considered cold metal stud framing for a “the Moment,” a 222-unit, $80 million apartment building under construction at 500 S. Seventh St. in downtown Minneapolis.

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A zinc coating protects Steel Tech framing from corrosion, Yoder said. Steel also doesn't burn, or cause fire to spread, he said. Plus, it's immune to mildew and mold.