Structural Steel Channels for Building - Mill Direct Supplier

Zhonghe Building Materials Co., Ltd.

Verified Custom manufacturer · 3 yrs ·

China

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$560 1-49 ton Base price

$535 50-99 ton 4.5% off

$523 ≥100 ton 6.6% off

Price validity: subject to market conditions

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Minimum order quantity: 1 ton

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Subtotal of goods US$ 560.00

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Payment:: by contract — deposit, balance after your inspection
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Packaging:: standard export packing
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Technical Specifications of Structural Steel Channels for Building

Property	Parameter	Description
Product Name	Structural Steel Channels for Building	Hot-rolled C/U-shaped steel channels used in structural building applications
Material Grade	A36 / S235JR / Q235B / SS400	International equivalents: ASTM A36 ≈ EN S235JR ≈ GB Q235B ≈ JIS SS400
Standard Compliance	ASTM A36, EN 10025-2, GB/T 706, JIS G3192	Meets major international structural steel channel standards
Chemical Composition (C)	≤ 0.26%	Carbon content controlling weldability and hardness
Chemical Composition (Mn)	≤ 1.50%	Manganese enhances strength and toughness
Chemical Composition (P/S)	P ≤ 0.040%, S ≤ 0.050%	Phosphorus and sulfur limits per ASTM A36 / EN 10025-2
Chemical Composition (Si)	≤ 0.40%	Silicon for deoxidation and strength improvement
Tensile Strength	400–550 MPa	Per ASTM A36 (≥ 400 MPa) and EN 10025-2 S235JR (360–510 MPa)
Yield Strength	≥ 235–250 MPa	Minimum yield strength per EN S235JR / ASTM A36 at ambient temperature
Elongation	≥ 20–26%	Minimum elongation at fracture (gauge length 50 mm / 200 mm)
Dimension Range	Web Height: 50–400 mm; Flange Width: 32–115 mm; Length: 6–12 m	Standard channel sizes; custom lengths and sections available on request
Surface Finish	Hot-rolled, mill scale; optional shot-blasted or primed	Standard mill finish; anti-rust primer coating available for building use
Application	Building frames, floor joists, roof purlins, column supports, curtain wall framing	Widely used in commercial, industrial, and residential structural construction
Certification	ISO 9001, CE Marking (EN 1090), Mill Test Certificate (EN 10204 3.1/3.2)	Third-party inspection and material traceability documentation available
Packaging	Bundle with steel strapping; 2–5 MT per bundle	Seaworthy export packing; waterproof wrapping available for overseas shipment
MOQ	25 MT per order	Mixed sizes accepted; spot stock and custom rolling both available

Structural Steel Channels for Building - Mill Direct Supplier

Structural steel channels for building construction serve as one of the most versatile and load-bearing components in modern civil and commercial infrastructure. From framing systems and floor joists to curtain wall supports and bridge sub-structures, these C-shaped or U-shaped steel profiles deliver the rigidity and spanning capability that architects and structural engineers demand. Manufactured to meet international standards including ASTM A36, EN 10025, and GB/T 706, our channels are produced at integrated steel mills with full traceability documentation. Whether you are sourcing material for a mid-rise residential tower, an industrial warehouse, or a large-scale infrastructure project, mill-direct procurement eliminates intermediary markups and ensures consistent chemistry and dimensional tolerances across every shipment. Our global logistics network covers more than 60 countries, with lead times as short as 7–15 business days for standard profiles and custom rolling available for high-volume orders.

What is Structural Steel Channels for Building?

Structural steel channels for building are hot-rolled or cold-formed steel sections with a distinctive C-shaped or U-shaped cross-section consisting of a web and two flanges. Produced from carbon steel or high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel, they transfer shear and bending loads efficiently in beams, columns, bracing, and framing applications. Standard designations include UPN (European), MC/C (American), and [槽钢] (Chinese GB) series, covering web depths from 50 mm up to 400 mm.

Structural Steel Channels for Building Manufacturing Process

Production begins with continuous casting of billets from electric arc furnace (EAF) or basic oxygen furnace (BOF) steelmaking. Billets are reheated to approximately 1,200 °C and passed through a series of calibrated rolling stands that progressively form the web and flanges to precise dimensional tolerances. After hot rolling, channels undergo controlled cooling on a roller bed to achieve target mechanical properties, followed by straightening, cutting to length, and surface inspection. Mill test certificates (MTCs) conforming to EN 10204 3.1 accompany every batch.

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Structural Steel Channels for Building Technical Specifications

Our standard structural steel channels for building conform to ASTM A36 with a minimum yield strength of 250 MPa and tensile strength ranging from 400–550 MPa. High-strength grades per ASTM A572 Grade 50 deliver a minimum yield of 345 MPa. Dimensional tolerances comply with ASTM A6/A6M and EN 10279. Web thickness ranges from 5.0 mm to 18.0 mm; flange width from 35 mm to 100 mm. Carbon content is maintained at ≤ 0.26% for improved weldability. Surface finish options include bare, hot-dip galvanized (85 µm minimum per ASTM A123), and epoxy primer coated.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.5

Based on 8 reviews

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David C.

United States

2025-02-02

Initial surface finish issue — resolved promptly by supplier

We ordered 35 tonnes of C-channel C100×8 with hot-dip galvanized finish to ASTM A123 for a curtain wall bracing system in Chicago. On receipt, roughly 15% of pieces showed uneven zinc coating below the 85 µm minimum in localized spots. We raised this with the account manager immediately. The supplier arranged a replacement shipment for the affected pieces within 9 business days at no additional cost and provided a corrective action report. The replacement batch passed our thickness gauge checks across the board. Issue was handled professionally; we're willing to try a second order based on how it was resolved.

Stefan K.

Germany

2025-02-24

Competitive pricing on UPN 180 — documentation meets EN requirements

Procured 95 tonnes of UPN 180 to EN 10025-2 S355 for a modular industrial building project near Stuttgart. The cost per tonne was noticeably lower than local mill list prices, which helped our project budget. EN 10204 3.1 MTCs were provided and accepted by our TÜV-certified inspection team. Flange and web tolerances per EN 10279 were within spec on all tested sections. Delivery to Hamburg took 15 business days—acceptable for our programme. We would rate five stars if the online order tracking portal were more detailed, but the account manager kept us updated manually. Good overall value.

Hannah B.

United Kingdom

2025-03-18

Good value on UPN 120 but lead time slightly longer than quoted

We sourced 60 tonnes of UPN 120 in S355J2 per EN 10025-2 for a retail park structural frame. The mill pricing was genuinely competitive versus UK stockholders—roughly 8% savings on our estimate. EN 10204 3.1 certificates were complete and the dimensional checks passed our in-house QC. Only minor issue: delivery to Tilbury was 17 business days versus the 13 quoted due to vessel scheduling. The team communicated the delay proactively and we managed our programme accordingly. Overall solid supplier; pricing and documentation quality are the standout strengths.

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FAQ

Q: What standards do your structural steel products comply with?

A:Our structural steel mainly conforms to international standards such as ASTM, EN, BS, JIS and GB, which can meet different project requirements.

Q: Can you provide MTC (Mill Test Certificate) for each batch?

Q: What is the yield strength of your structural steel?

Q: Do you accept customized sizes and lengths?

Q: Can you offer anti-corrosion treatment like painting or galvanizing?

Q: What packaging and loading methods do you use?

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Zhonghe Building Materials Co., Ltd. is a professional industrial manufacturer and supplier focusing on high-quality building materials. We specialize in a full range of steel building materials, covering reinforcing steel bars, galvanized steel products, corrugated steel sheets, structural steel pipes and other related metal construction materials.

Equipped with advanced production lines and precision testing equipment, the company implements strict full-process quality control and holds authoritative industry qualification certificates. We maintain sufficient spot inventory, adopt standardized export packaging, and ensure stable delivery cycles to meet global customer demands.

Our products are widely applied in construction engineering, machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, energy and infrastructure projects. Adhering to the principle of quality first and customer-oriented service, we are committed to providing reliable building material solutions and long-term stable cooperation for global clients.