BALDWINS METAL LAND
Frequently Asked Questions
Hot-rolled steel tubing is renowned for its exceptional strength and durability, capable of resisting deformation even under extreme stress. The hot-rolling process occurs at high temperatures, making the steel easier to form and resulting in products that are highly versatile and easy to work with. Hot-rolled tubes can withstand heavy loads and high temperatures, making them an excellent choice for structural applications in construction, heavy machinery, and transportation infrastructure. They offer a cost-effective solution without compromising on quality or performance.
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- Round Tubes: Ideal for multi-directional force applications, piping systems, railings, framework, and situations requiring even weight distribution. Their symmetrical design provides excellent resistance to bending and torsion.
- Square Tubes: Perfect for modular structures, frameworks, construction applications requiring strong joint connections, fencing, gates, and structural supports where geometric precision and uniformity are essential.
- Rectangular Tubes: Excellent for load-bearing tasks requiring directional strength, architectural applications, building frames, and situations where different load-bearing capacities are needed along different axes. They combine the benefits of both round and square tubes.
Baldwins Metal Land offers steel tubing with wall thicknesses ranging from 1.6mm to 4.5mm, depending on the tube diameter and shape. The appropriate wall thickness depends on several factors:
- Load requirements: Heavier loads require thicker walls for adequate strength
- Span distance: Longer unsupported spans need thicker walls to prevent deflection
- Application type: Structural applications typically require thicker walls than decorative uses
- Weight considerations: Thinner walls reduce overall weight and cost when strength requirements permit/li>
Our team can help calculate the optimal wall thickness based on your specific engineering requirements, load calculations, and application needs. Contact us at 012 386 1761 for expert advice on selecting the right specifications.
