On this page 5 sections
Beams by material
How they are made
Hot-rolled on universal beam mills; heavier or non-standard sizes are welded from plate (built-up beams).
Beams: how they are made, sized and tested
How it's madeHot-rolled on universal beam mills; heavier or non-standard sizes are welded from plate (built-up beams).
- Size range
- ISMB 100 – ISMB 600; NPB/WPB and IPE/HE ranges; lengths 6 m / 12 m or cut
- Finish
- Mill black, shot-blasted and primed, galvanised
- Ends
- Saw-cut; coped and drilled to drawing on request
Testing & documents
- Chemical and mechanical tests
- Dimensional and straightness checks
- EN 10204 3.1 certificate; 3.2 with third-party inspection
Marking and packing
Marking: Grade, heat number and section size.
Packing: Loose or bundled with strapping.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between ISMB and NPB?
ISMB are Indian Standard medium-weight beams to IS 808 with tapered flanges. NPB/WPB are parallel-flange beams (European-type IPE/HE series) now rolled in India to IS 12778.
Which materials are beams available in?
Carbon Steel: 5 grades in total, from stock or mill-sourced.
What sizes of beams do you supply?
ISMB 100 – ISMB 600; NPB/WPB and IPE/HE ranges; lengths 6 m / 12 m or cut.
How are beams tested?
Chemical and mechanical tests; Dimensional and straightness checks.