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Steel Beams Derby is a building steels stockist, distributor and fabricator. If you're in need of a one off standard RSJ of a particular size or are looking for a constant supply of all types of steel beams, you're in the right place.
In most cases, we have what you need in stock and can supply the same day!
Universal Beams (UB)
I’ shaped beam but can also be described as ‘H’ Shaped beam. It is not as it is sometimes misconstrued as a ‘U’ shape.
Universal Beams are always higher than their width. Sizes range from 127mm high to 915mm high.
Dimensions - 1st dimension is always the height - 2nd dimension is always the width - 3rd dimension is always the weight in kilograms per metre.
Universal Column (UC)
It can also be described as ‘I’ shaped beam or an ‘H’ Shaped beam.
It is not a universal channel, which is common misconception.
Sizes range from 100mm high to 305mm high.
Originally designed for usage as posts or columns, however, todays current usage is more frequently in that of a conventional beam.
This is mainly due to its reduced height and increased strength as a beam. Dimensions - UC’s com in standard sizes and it’s height and width are always the same.
Parallel Flange Channel (PFC)
‘C’ shaped beam this is not a UC.
Sizes range from 50mm high to 400mm high.
The old term used for PFC was RSC or rolled steel channel this may still be requested.
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Steel Beams Derby is a building steels stockist, distributor and fabricator. If you're in need of a one off standard RSJ of a particular size or are looking for a constant supply of all types of steel beams, you're in the right place.
In most cases, we have what you need in stock and can supply the same day!
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Universal Beams (UB)
I’ shaped beam but can also be described as ‘H’ Shaped beam. It is not as it is sometimes misconstrued as a ‘U’ shape.
Universal Beams are always higher than their width. Sizes range from 127mm high to 915mm high.
Dimensions - 1st dimension is always the height - 2nd dimension is always the width - 3rd dimension is always the weight in kilograms per metre.
Universal Column (UC)
It can also be described as ‘I’ shaped beam or an ‘H’ Shaped beam.
It is not a universal channel, which is common misconception.
Sizes range from 100mm high to 305mm high.
Originally designed for usage as posts or columns, however, todays current usage is more frequently in that of a conventional beam.
This is mainly due to its reduced height and increased strength as a beam. Dimensions - UC’s com in standard sizes and it’s height and width are always the same.
Parallel Flange Channel (PFC)
‘C’ shaped beam this is not a UC.
Sizes range from 50mm high to 400mm high.
The old term used for PFC was RSC or rolled steel channel this may still be requested.
