Beam
Beams are utilized in everyday applications such as building support and transportation construction. We carry beam in the following metal types:
Beam Defined
Metal beams are superior load bearing supports that are widely used in the construction industry. Often placed as support beams in commercial or residential buildings, beams can also be used in trolley ways, hoists, bridges, machine bases, and a variety of other applications.
Depending on the metal type chosen, there is an assortment of beam shapes and sizes available to choose from including I-Beam and Wide Flange.
Beam Metal Types
Aluminum
Aluminum is one of the most versatile materials available for engineering and construction purposes. Although it is light-weight, aluminum still boasts great strength and corrosion resistance. Aluminum products, such as tube or sheet, can be easily formed and machined, making it a simple metal type to work with. It’s commonly used in creating aircrafts, tanks, housing structures, and more. Beneficial aluminum properties include low mass, thermal and electrical conductivity, and high reflectivity.
Learn MoreHot Rolled
Hot rolled steel is created by rolling steel at a high temperature that lends it to being easily shaped and formed. The mills that produce hot rolled are very efficient, consistently flattening the product into large rolls, which leads to lower costs for O’Neal Steel customers. Hot rolled steel is typically used in situations where precise shapes or tolerances are not required. It’s commonly utilized by the farming, construction, automotive, and mining industries.
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