Types of MS Beams In Residential Construction

Introduction:

Ever since the great industrial revolution, ‘steel’ has been one of the most crucial resources for building activities. Being amongst the most abundant resources around the planet, steel products like MS beam (mild steel beam) has been one of the primary materials used in construction for residential, commercial and industrial projects.

As the world population keeps growing at an increasing rate, construction projects and MS beam suppliers have increased in their scope and size simultaneously. Now, as with all buildings which were ever constructed successfully, the usage of strong steel beams to support the whole structure became a common and recurring element. A steel beam is defined as a structural steel product that supports heavy loads and has different applications in the construction of buildings.

During constructing a residential building, it is vital for engineers and architects to know which type of steel beams should be used. This blog will update you on the various sorts of beams used in construction projects and how to differentiate them.

Most common types of MS beam used by MS beam suppliers in India for residential construction:-

W-beam
I-beam
H-beam
L-section Beam
T-section Beam
Channel Beams

1) W-beam

Also known as ‘wide flange’ beams, W-beams are easily identified with their straight flange design and are most commonly manufactured by MS beam manufacturers for residential construction.

Features:

Light-weight
Perfect for small to medium-sized residential projects
Easy to weld, rivet and bolt
Smaller and more accessible than I-beams.

2) I-Beam

As the name implies, these MS beams are shaped like the capital letter ‘I’ and are also known as the Standard American Beam or Junior Beam. These are rampantly used by MS beam suppliers in India for residential and industrial projects. These beams are used in buildings of taller and stronger structures and can endure a variety of weather conditions with ease.

3) H-Beam

H-beams are usually heavier and longer than I-beams. They look like the capital letter ‘H’ as they are imbibed with longer flanges. MS beam manufacturers use these constructing large residential projects, for example, construction of a high-rise apartment complex will use H-beam support to sustain the building’s structural weight.

4) L-section Beam

These are also known as ‘angle beams’. These beams acquire their distinct L-shape by having legs with unequal lengths at a 90-degree angle. Since they are equipped with good strength to weight ratio, they are ideally used in constructing corners of residential apartments, one of the most crucial parts of a residential building which improves its durability.

5) T-section Beam

With a ‘T-cross section’, these beams help in building structural integrity which allows a flawless construction of multi-level projects. Many MS beam manufacturers in Kolkata use T-section beams to provide a strong base that supports the adjacent base structures as well. One can find T-section beams situated on top of pillars which acts as a balanced steel internal structure.

6) Channel Beams

MS beam suppliers regularly use C-shaped or channel beams in residential constructions. These can be identified with distinct cross-sections. Used for lighter construction projects, these channel beams are cost-effective and are also used as a cost-effective way to cover pillars and panels as well.

TMT BAR WEIGHT CHART

Item	Diameter in mm	TMT Bar Length In Meters	Weight Per Meter In KG	Weight Per Foot in KG
TMT Bars Weight	5.5mm	12 meter	0.154	0.05
TMT Bars Weight	8mm	12 meter	0.395	0.12
TMT Bars Weight	10mm	12 meter	0.617	0.19
TMT Bars Weight	12mm	12 meter	0.888	0.27
TMT Bars Weight	16mm	12 meter	1.580	0.48
TMT Bars Weight	20mm	12 meter	2.470	0.75
TMT Bars Weight	25mm	12 meter	3.850	1.17
TMT Bars Weight	28mm	12 meter	4.830	1.47
TMT Bars Weight	32mm	12 meter	6.310	1.92

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Diameter in mm	Weight Per 12 Meter Pcs (weight In KG)	Number of Pieces in 1 Metric Ton Approx	Pieces (Pcs/bundle) Approx
5.5mm Steel Bar Weight	1.848	541
8mm Steel Bar Weight	4.74	211	12
10mm Steel Bar Weight	7.404	135	8
12mm Steel Bar Weight	10.656	94	5
16mm Steel Bar Weight	18.96	53	3
20mm Steel Bar Weight	29.64	34	2
25mm Steel Bar Weight	46.2	22	1
28mm Steel Bar Weight	57.96	17	1
32mm Steel Bar Weight	75.72	13	1

Conclusion

It is crucial that all residential structures use the most appropriate steel beams in order to get the best structural integrity out of the project. The more ambitious residential projects get, the more in-depth knowledge about MS beams one has to accumulate.

Looking forward to building an ambitious residential project? Get the highest quality of MS beams from one of the top MS beam suppliers in Kolkata, Shreeji Steels Corporation. We are one of the leading MS beam suppliers in India with thousands of satisfied customers across the nation.