BALDWINS METAL LAND
Frequently Asked Questions
Hot-Rolled Sheets are processed at high temperatures (over 1,700°F), making them easier to form and more malleable. They have a rough, blue-grey surface finish and are cost-effective for structural applications where precise dimensions aren’t critical. Hot-rolled steel is ideal for construction components, beams, and general fabrication.
Cold-Rolled Sheets are processed at room temperature, resulting in a smooth, clean surface with superior dimensional accuracy and tighter tolerances. They offer better surface finish, increased strength from strain hardening, and are perfect for applications requiring precise dimensions and aesthetics, such as automotive parts, appliances, and electronic components.
Galvanised Sheets are steel sheets (either hot-rolled or cold-rolled base) coated with a protective layer of zinc through hot-dip galvanising. The zinc coating provides excellent corrosion resistance and significantly extends the product’s lifespan.
Galvanised sheets are ideal for outdoor applications, humid environments, roofing, and any situation where rust protection is essential.
Baldwins Metal Land offers flexible sizing options:
Mild Steel Plates: Widths from 1.2m to 2.4m, lengths from 2.5m to 10m, thicknesses from 4.5mm to 25mm
Hard Wearing Plates: Widths from 1.2m to 2m, lengths from 2.5m to 4m, thicknesses from 6mm to 50mm
Checker/Vastrap Plates: 2500 x 1200mm, thicknesses from 3mm to 9.6mm
Hot-Rolled Sheets: Widths from 1225mm to 1800mm, lengths from 2450mm to 4000mm, thicknesses from 1.6mm to 4mm
Cold-Rolled Sheets: Widths from 1225mm to 1500mm, lengths from 2450mm to 3000mm, thicknesses from 0.5mm to 3mm
Galvanised Sheets: 2450 x 1225mm, thicknesses from 0.5mm to 3mm
Contact our team for specific availability and custom sizing options for your project.
The optimal choice depends on your specific application:
- Mild Steel Plates: Structural support, foundations, heavy machinery, industrial equipment, shipbuilding
- Hard Wearing Plates: Mining equipment, quarrying applications, high-impact environments, conveyor systems
- Checker/Vastrap Plates: Flooring, walkways, stairs, vehicle ramps, platforms requiring slip resistance
- Hot-Rolled Sheets: Structural components, beams, agricultural equipment, general fabrication, cost-sensitive projects
- Cold-Rolled Sheets: Automotive parts, home appliances, electronics, architectural features, furniture where aesthetics matter
- Galvanised Sheets: Outdoor structures, roofing, building materials, agricultural equipment, coastal environments
Our expert team can provide technical guidance to ensure you select the right products for your specific requirements.