Bent Plate
Bent plate is a term used in structural steel or miscellaneous metals scope for construction. A bent plate is basically a flat plate that has
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Camber
In the world of structural steel, camber denotes a curve in the vertical plane; sweep denotes a curve in the horizontal plane. Steel members produced in a steelmill have at least
Joist
A length of timber or steel supporting part of the structure of a building, typically arranged in parallel series to support a floor or ceiling
Nelson Studs
Are metal rods with caps typically welded to deck or steel in order to provide a better bond to the concrete.
C-Channel
A steel member in the shape of a C. Typically used in structural columns or where beams need a flat face on one side to
Weld
The act of heating two members of steel up to a very high temperature in order to fuse the two members together. This is usually
Galvanize
a method of preventing rust on steel and making it more durable to the elements. It involves dipping metal into a hot bath of zinc
Hollow Steel Section [HSS]
A square like piece of steel that is hollow on the interior. Typically used in structural supports.