Steel’s durability and versatility have turned it into a popular material in construction and engineering, and it has found its way into projects of all types, ranging from large-scale, multimillion-dollar commercial projects to small residential DIY projects. Regardless of the size of the project you’re working on, however, ensuring that you account for thermal expansion […]
Galvanisation is one of the best ways to protect steel from the elements. The process involves coating steel with an unreactive zinc layer, providing the underlying steel with resistance to corrosion while enabling the steel to retain its durability. Because of the effectiveness of this process, galvanised steel is one of the most popular materials […]
If you’re working on a building or construction project that involves some element of structural construction, chances are that you’ve come across universal columns before. Universal columns are a popular choice of material among builders when it comes to providing reliable vertical support. This is due in part to their robust design, which is characterised […]
Universal columns are highly versatile steel sections that are used in all manner of construction and building projects, helping to provide much-needed structural support to buildings and structures. Most commonly, these sections are joined together through the process of welding, which fuses two or more sections under high heat. However, if improper technique is used, […]
Steel is one of the most versatile materials when it comes to building and construction, contributing to its immense popularity, even in DIY projects. If you are working with steel on a building or construction project, an issue that is likely to arise is the joining of multiple steel sections and the best way of […]
Steel universal columns (UCs) and parallel flange channels (PFCs) are two of the most commonly found steel sections in construction. They are popular due to the high degree of structural strength that they are able to provide, as well as their versatility and ease of installation. However, when it comes to working with UCs and […]