u beam, steel u beam, u section steel, u profile steel, u section steel channel, u shaped steel section, u channel steel beam,structural steel product
u beam, steel u beam, u section steel, u profile steel, u section steel channel, u shaped steel section, u channel steel beam,structural steel product
u beam, steel u beam, u section steel, u profile steel, u section steel channel, u shaped steel section, u channel steel beam,structural steel product
u beam, steel u beam, u section steel, u profile steel, u section steel channel, u shaped steel section, u channel steel beam,structural steel product
U Beam
U Beam
U Beam
U Beam

U Beam

  • Products details
  • Tolerance table
  • Chemical composition
  • Specification

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A36, St37, S235J0, S235J2, St52, 16mn, S355JOQ195, Q215, Q235B, Q345B, S235JR, S355JR, S355, SS440, SM400A, SM400BA572, GR50, GR60, SS540

Dimensions

50* 37* 4.5-400* 104* 14.575* 40* 3.8* 7-152* 76* 6.4* 9140* 60* 7* 10-200* 75* 8.5* 11.5

Length

6m, 9m, 12m or as customer requirement

Technology

Hot rolled

Standard

ASTM,JIS,BS, DIN,EN

Surface

Galvanized, paint;or as your request

Certification

ISO, SGS,BV


Application of Steel U Beam:

Tracks & sliders for machines, doorways, etc.

Posts and supports for building corners, walls & railings.

Protective edges for walls.

Decorative elements for constructions like ceiling channel system.

Frames or framing material for construction, machines.

  • Process

  • Tests

A load is applied at the center of a beam using weights, and the resulting midspan deflection is measured. The elastic stiffness of the beam is determined and compared to published values for various beam materials and cross sectional shapes.

  • Packing & Delivery



Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the main applications and advantages of structural U beams?

U beams (channels) are widely used in construction, machinery manufacturing, and automotive industries. The U-shaped cross-section provides excellent bending resistance in one direction while remaining cost-effective.

Key advantages: Easy connection to other structural members, convenient for welding and bolting, excellent load distribution, economical pricing compared to H/I beams for lighter applications. Ideal for door frames, window frames, purlins, and light structural supports.

2. What standards and steel grades are available for U beams?

Standards: JIS G3192 (Japan), EN 10025 (Europe), GB/T 707 (China), ASTM A36 (US).

Available grades: Carbon structural: Q235B, SS400; Low alloy: Q345B, Q355B; High strength: A572 Gr50. Custom grades available with minimum order quantity.

3. How do you ensure quality control during U beam production?

Quality control includes:

(1) Raw material inspection

(2) In-process monitoring of dimensions

(3) Dimensional inspection of every beam (depth, flange width, web thickness)

(4) Surface quality inspection

(5) Mechanical testing (tensile, yield)

(6) Chemical composition verification

All beams come with Mill Test Certificates (MTC) per EN 10204 3.1.

4. What packaging and shipping options do you offer for U beam orders?

Packaging: Multi-piece bundles secured with steel straps, wooden dunnage for surface protection, waterproof covers for overseas shipments.

Loading: 20ft container: 18-22 tons; 40ft container: 25-28 tons.

Shipping terms: FOB Tianjin/Qingdao, CIF, CFR, DAP available. For project orders, we offer sequence loading for easier on-site installation.

5. What is the typical lead time for U beam orders?

Standard lead times: Stock items: 3-7 days; Regular orders: 15-25 days; Custom specifications: 25-45 days.

We maintain strategic raw material inventory to mitigate supply chain risks. For urgent orders, our express channel offers priority scheduling. Real-time order tracking available through our sales team.

6. Can you provide custom lengths and third-party inspection for U beams?

Yes, we offer: Custom lengths from 1m to 18m, fixed random lengths or specific lengths.

We provide Mill Test Certificates (MTC) per EN 10204 3.1/3.2. Third-party inspection by SGS, BV, or ABS can be arranged upon request. Our facility is certified to ISO 9001:2015.

  • Tolerance table

The dimensions do not exceed the acceptable tolerance of±6 mm in either of the primary axes

  • Chemical composition

Designation

Grade

Chemical Composition(%)

C

Si

Mn

P

S

Nb

V

CE


ASTM A36

A36

0.26max

0.40max

-

0.040max

0.050max

-

.

.

-

ASTMA572

Grade 42

0.21 max

0.40mac

1.35max

0.040max

0.050max

0.005-0.050

0.010*0,15

-

-


Grade 50

0.23max

0.40max

1.35max

0.040max

0.050max

0 005-0.050

0.010-0.15

-

,

ASTMA36 /A572G50

A36/

A57250

0.22(nax

0.40max

0.50-1.35

0.040max

0.050max

0.005-0.050

0.010-0.15

-

.

JIS G 3101

SS400


-

.

0.050max

0.050max



,

-

0.18max

0.55max

1.60max

0.035max

0.035max


*

-

-


SM490YA

0.20max

0.55max

1.60max

0.035max

0.035max


-

*

*


SM490YB

0.20(nax

0.55max

1.60max

0.035max

0.035max


*

*

-


SM520B

0.20max

0.55max

1.60max

0.035max

0.035max


-

-

-

EN 10025

S235JRG2

0.17(nax

-

1.40max

0.045max

0.045max


-

0.35max

90max


S275JR

0.21(nax

.

1.50max

0.045max

0.045max


-

0.40max

90max


S275JO

0.18max

-

1.50max

0.040max

0.040max


*

0.40max

90max


S355JR

0.24max

0.55max

1.60max

0.045max

0.045max


-

0.45max

90max


S355JO

0.20(nax

0.55max

1.60max

0.040max

0.040max


-

0.45max

90max

DIN 17100

RST37-2

0.17(nax

.

.

0.050max

0.050max


*

-

90max


ST44-2

0.21 max

-

-

0.050max

0.050max


*

-

90max

BS 4360

40B

0.20max

0.50max

1.50max

0.050max

0.050max


-

-



40C

0.18max

0.50max

1.50max

0.050max

0.050max


-

-

*


43A

0.25max

0.50max

1.60max

0.050max

0.050fnax


-

-

-


43B

0.22(nax

0.50max

1.50max

0.050max

0.050max

*

-

-

-


43C

0.18max

0.50max

1.50max

0.050max

0.050max



-



50A

0.23max

0.50max

1 60max

0.050max

0.050max

0.0034).1

0.003-0.1

-

-


50B

0.20max

0.50max

1.50max

0.050max

0.050max

0.0034),1

0.003-01

-

-


50C

0.20max

0.50max

1.50max

0.050max

0.050max

0.0034).1

0.003-0.1

-

*

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