Steel Angles in Melbourne: Uses, Sizes, Benefits & Prices

 

If you’re using steel products to complete your next construction project, you’ll likely be looking for a quality steel supplier in Melbourne. Steel angle, otherwise known as lintel, angle bar, angle iron or metal angle, is steel that’s bent or rolled to form a 90 degree or L-shaped cross-section. Widely used in construction, steel angles are primarily used to provide structural support. Steel angles are also commonly used in everyday steel projects thanks to their versatile nature and wide range of sizes.

Uses of Steel Angles

 

Steel angles are one of the most versatile steel products. They are commonly used for structural support in the form of trusses, reinforcing, brackets, support beams and braces. Some construction projects include bridges, warehouses, residential housing, and commercial buildings. Steel angles are also used in everyday steel projects like equipment, frames, furniture, shelving (slotted angle) and more.

Angle Types: Equal Angle & Unequal Angle

Equal Angle

 

As the name suggest, equal angles have equal lengths on both legs. This type of angle is excellent for reinforcing buildings due to their tensile strength that comes from equal lengths. Steel equal angles are a favourable material to be fabricated to suit different projects. They can be drilled, bolted or welded to other steel materials or surfaces to withstand greater loads.

Unequal Angle

 

On the other hand, unequal angles have different sized lengths and are often used in nonstandard applications. They’re just as strong and reliable as equal angles, and are perfect for construction where varying amounts of support is required, like bridges, vehicles and workshops. Smaller unequal steel angles can be used to create items like shelves, fences, furniture and more. Just like equal angles, unequal angles are often fabricated and cut to size to suit different applications. They can be drilled, bolted and welded to withstand certain loads.

Angle Sizes

 

• Raw angles can be supplied from 25 x 25mm through to 150 x 100mm and thicknesses of 3mm to 12mm.
• Duragal angles can be supplied from 30 x 30mm to 75 x 75mm and thicknesses of 2.5mm to 6mm.
• Primed and Galvanised angles can be supplied from 75 x 75mm to 150 x 150mm and thicknesses of 6mm to 12mm.

All steel angle lengths range from 6 metres to 12 metres and can be cut to size to suit different requirements.

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Angle Finishes: Raw, Duragal, Primed & Galvanised

Raw Angles

Black steel angles are non-primed, raw products that are comparatively lighter and cheaper than primed, galvanised and duragal finishes. Black angles come in full lengths or can be cut to size to meet your project needs. They are also the preferred choice when fabrication is required since there’s no coating that can be affected during the fabrication process. Angles can then be primed or galvanised after fabrication.

Duragal Angles

Duragal angles utilise innovative Magnelis coating technology to provide a smooth and consistent finish. They offer superior strength and protection against corrosion which makes them perfect for long-lasting structures that need to withstand various conditions. Duragal angles are also significantly lighter than traditional hot rolled sections and are stocked in smaller sizes to suit a variety of steel projects.

Primed Angles

Primed angles perform an anti-corrosion effect, while giving the steel an aesthetically-pleasing appearance. All primed angles are factory-controlled at Melsteel to ensure complete coverage and protection. Angles are first prepared using a shot blasting machine to roughen the surface for superior paint adhesion.  The paint is then sprayed onto the steel surface to provide a protective layer to significantly increase the lifespan of the steel.

Galvanised Angles

Galvanising is the process of applying a protective zinc coating to prevent rusting and scratches, while also strengthening the integrity of the steel. The angle is usually hot-dipped galvanised, where its submerged in a bath of molten zinc. While galvanising is the more expensive option, its benefits are second to none. It provides outstanding resistance to mechanical damage in transport, erection and service. Its long lifespan and reliability is often why galvanised angles are used in outdoor and indoor construction projects.

Steel Angle Prices & How To Buy Steel Angles Online

If you are considering steel angles for any construction purposes and would like a professional opinion, we can help. Our team of experts have the experience and knowledge to answer any of your questions and will ensure that you find the best solution to suit your needs.

Melsteel has more than 30 years of industry knowledge, experience and partnerships, allowing us to provide tons of steel at competitive prices and most importantly, this means your projects are completed on time and on budget.

Discover steel angle prices by viewing our whole range of steel angle products here. Or you can download our steel price list here.

To buy your desired steel angle, simply add it to cart, checkout with your shipping information, and wait for our customer service team to contact you to collect the payment details. Alternatively, you can give us a call on 03 8794 3100 for a fast-free quote or buy your steel angle online.

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