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Types of Steel Beams & Other Steel Products

August 18, 2022 by Grand River Natural Stone

Contractors, builders and homeowners will need steel beams and other reinforcing products to complete their projects. So, what are steel beams used for, specifically? When adding a shed, building an addition, or even constructing a custom home from the ground up, you may need steel beams to provide structure and support. Steel beam installation may

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How Are Steel Beams Rated?

November 4, 2014 by Grand River Natural Stone

Compared to wood, structural steel has a wider range of strengths and a higher degree of conformity, which makes them useful in construction projects. Load bearing characteristics are guaranteed by international standards, which means designers can rely on specified dimensions, weight and other properties for their projects. Applications of Steel Beams Structural steel is a

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