Engineering Blog
Practical articles on structural steel design, section selection, Eurocode compliance, and engineering best practice.
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Lateral-Torsional Buckling: A Practical Guide for Steel Beams
Understanding LTB is essential for any steel beam design. We cover the key parameters, the Eurocode 3 reduction factor χ_LT, and how to choose the right section to minimise LTB risk.
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IPE vs HEA vs HEB: How to Choose the Right Steel Section
IPE, HEA and HEB beams are all I-sections, but they behave very differently in practice. This article compares section efficiency, weight, and application suitability across the three families.
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Steel Grade Guide: S235, S275, S355, S420 and A36 Compared
Selecting the correct steel grade affects cost, weldability, and safety margin. We compare the most common European and American grades with yield strength, ultimate tensile strength, and typical applications.
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Bolted vs Welded Connections: When to Use Each in Structural Steel
The choice between bolted and welded connections has major implications for fabrication cost, inspection, fatigue life, and site erection. This guide helps you make the right call on your next project.
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Section Classification Under Eurocode 3: Class 1 to Class 4 Explained
Section classification determines whether a steel section reaches its plastic moment capacity before local buckling occurs. Learn how to classify any section for bending, compression, and combined loading.
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Hollow Sections (SHS, RHS, CHS): Advantages, Selection and Design
Structural hollow sections offer high torsional stiffness, clean aesthetics, and excellent compression performance. This article covers when to choose SHS, RHS, or CHS and how to select the right size.