Welded beams share some of the same advantages as steel beams, like:
- Cost-effective nature — Timber may seem cheaper, but a steel beam will last longer and is more versatile, making it much more cost-effective in the long run.
- Fire resistant — As a non-combustible material, it will not change integrally because of fires.
- Sustainability — 100% recyclable; beams usually consist of up to 25% recycled material and are one of the easiest materials to reuse.
- Durability — Australia has turbulent weather, and you need materials that suit it. Steel resists wear and tear from our unrelenting environment, so you enjoy pristine estate regardless of the weather.
- Decreased weight — Compared to concrete, steel is much lighter thanks to its higher strength and stiffness, reducing overall weight on foundations and improving ground-condition performance.
There are additional benefits that welded beams provide:
- Availability in many sizes
- Exceeds the Australian and New Zealand standards minimum requirement of AS/NZS 3679.2
- Heavy duty
- 20% stronger, with improved strength-to-weight ratios
- Pre-heating is NOT required for welding
- Faster to use because they’re prefabricated
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