In a sector where time, precision, and performance are everything, Ash & Lacy's HULK system is setting a new benchmark for high-rise construction. Developed specifically for light gauge steel (LGS) applications, this prefabricated, loadbearing solution is reshaping how buildings are delivered, faster, smarter, and with greater control.
At its core, HULK (Highrise, Universal, Loadbearing, Kit) is more than a structural system; it's a full-service construction platform that aligns with the evolving demands of the built environment. Designed to support structures up to 15 storeys, the system uses high-strength steel frames ranging from 1.2mm to 2.4mm in thickness to provide robust loadbearing capacity while remaining lightweight and easy to handle on site.
Component precision engineering
Precision is engineered into every component. Swaged-edge panel connections enable tighter tolerances, while pre-drilled service holes make mechanical and electrical integration straightforward. The swage edge technology also allows the studs and track to be the same size, eliminating the need for oversized tracks and simplifying detailing and ordering. A fully bolted design removes the need for on-site welding, delivering cleaner, quicker assembly and enhanced safety. It also features pre-sunk, pre-engineered holes that allow the bolted connections to sit flush, creating a flat surface ideal for boarding and finishing.
But the real strength of HULK lies in its adaptability. Delivered as preassembled kits or assembled on-site, it fits seamlessly into both traditional and modular workflows. Optional pre-boarding, integrated lift shafts, stair cores, and concrete-compatible floor systems complete the package, minimising disruption and accelerating the programme.
Not just faster builds; but building better
HULK supports compliance with fire and structural codes, integrates smoothly with BIM and digital design tools, and contributes to cleaner, more sustainable sites by reducing waste and on-site labour. It's a system that's as future-focused as the buildings it helps create.
Architects benefit from greater design control and the assurance of reliable structural performance. For installers, the simplified assembly means faster, safer site work. And for developers, the value is clear: fewer delays, reduced prelims, and stronger margins through programme certainty.
With a national network of trained installers and comprehensive support throughout the project lifecycle, Ash & Lacy has built HULK not just as a product, but as a partnership. The result is a solution that bridges the critical gap between design and delivery, giving the industry a smarter way to build mid to high-rise developments.
In a landscape shaped by rising expectations and tighter timelines, HULK is proving that innovation isn't just about new materials or flashy technology, it's about rethinking how we build from the ground up.
HULK isn't just part of the structure. It's part of the solution.
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