What is RHS and SHS

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What is RHS and SHS What Is RHS And SHS? Steel hollow sections (structural steel tube) are categorized into two main types RHS (rectangular hollow sections) and SHS (square hollow sections) .Each type of hollow section has its own attributes, used for a specific...

Steel House Materials Vs Timber Materials

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Steel frame vs Timber frame Framing is the backbone of a building and it is important to carefully choose the right framing material during a construction project. Should you choose steel framing or timber framing for your building? We have broken down the advantages...

What are the different types of steel?

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Steel is an alloy made of iron and carbon. When planning your steel projects, it is important to understand the different types of steel and their properties. Although there are thousands of different grades of steel, steel can be classified mainly into four types...

How to tell if steel is galvanised

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You are working on a steel project which calls for galvanised steel and you want to make sure the steel you purchased is galvanised. How to tell if steel is galvanised? Galvanised steel usually appears bright in color, but you cannot be 100% sure just by its...

How Is Diamond Plate Made?

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Diamond plate, also known as checker plate or tread plate is a metal plate with a regular pattern of raised diamonds or lines on one side with the other side being plain. It can be made of steel, stainless steel or aluminum. The raised pattern helps to reduce slips...

What is a steel flange? Different Types of flanges

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A steel flange is a forged or cast ring of steel that looks like a protruded rim that helps in easy attachment of different objects and increases strength. For example, it can be used to connect different sections of pipe or connect a pipe to a pressure vessel or...

7 Benefits of Colorbond roofing

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Colorbond roofing is one of the most popular roofing options in Australia. It offers long-lasting protection against the harshest weather conditions. Colorbond comes with a variety of stylish colors and has changed the roofing industry to the next level. Let’s see...

What is SHS steel? Benefits and uses of SHS

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What is SHS steel? SHS steel is a popular type of structural steel tube with four equal sides that gives it a symmetrical appearance. SHS stands for square hollow section. It has a flat surface that is easy for joining and welding, with minimal edge preparation...

Different types of steel purlins and accessories

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Steel purlins are highly popular architectural material commonly used in the construction industry. They are roof framing members that support the weight of the roof and deck. They run parallel to the building eave and are either supported by the walls of the building...

Zinc plated vs Galvanized: All you need to know

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  Two terms that are popular in the metal industry are zinc plating and galvanising. Both involve the process of coating zinc on metals, yet the end products are different. It is important to understand the differences between the two processes to choose the...