Short answer: Buy steel beams by choosing I-beam for floors, H-beam for columns and channels for edges, then reading the designation, span and grade, with plate supply in our Plate Supplier and grade data in our Steel Plate Buyers Guide.
At a Glance
I-Beam Versus H-Beam
I-beams have taper flanges for lighter spans; H-beams have parallel flanges for heavy columns, with strength data in our Metal Strength Comparison and corrosion notes in our Corrosion Resistance Guide.
Read the Designation
A designation like IPE 200 or HEA 300 encodes depth and mass; match to your load and span tables; pair with plate from our Steel Plate Supplier.
Grade and Straightness
Specify S275 or S355 and straightness class; certification is in our Mill Test Certificate Guide.
Protection
Plan coating or galvanizing with our Surface Finishing Guide and supply in our Metal Sourcing Supplier.
Get a Quote
Tell HXSCO your requirements and we will respond with a competitive quote and lead time.
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I for spans, H for columns and heavy loads.
S275 or S355 structural grade.
By depth and mass, e.g. IPE 200.
Yes – sawn or flame cut to span.
Yes – hot-dip after fabrication.
Get a Steel Beam Quote
HXSCO supplies I-beam, H-beam, channel and angle in structural grades. Send sizes and quantity for a quote.