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Aluminum beams serve as structural elements where a high strength-to-weight ratio is a major requirement. Structural aluminum beams work the same way as structural steel beams; they carry loads and span distances. However, aluminum beams' lower weight allows their use in construction, formwork, and transport due to their lower overall cost.
Aluminum beams have been built to suit the needs of contemporary construction by fusing together the advantageous benefits of aluminum's easy-to-handle weight with steel's superiority in strength. Constructed specifically for construction and engineering firms, they provide a structural backup for slab and wall formwork and also provide necessary support for complex scaffolding systems.
Scaffolding rental agencies can maximise their inventory's return on investment (ROI) with these unique products, while government contracting agencies need to have guaranteed safety compliance. Aluminium beams are the preferred products for superior load-bearing capacity but significantly less overall weight, in turn decreasing labour costs and assembly time significantly.
Why Choose Our Aluminum Beams?
- High Strength to Weight Ratio: Constructed with high-quality 6061 T6 aluminum alloy, providing superior strength and toughness for structural applications while maintaining a lightweight for easy manual handling.
- Corrosion Resistant: Unlike wood and steel, which can rust and adhere to concrete, aluminum beams will not corrode, making them essentially maintenance-free and perfect for long-term rental use by equipment rental companies.
- Universal Compatibility: Designed to work with standard-size plywood, steel props, and existing forms.
- Sustainable: 100% recyclable and has a high resale value, supporting sustainable building practices.
Technical Specifications
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Feature |
Specification |
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Material Grade |
Aluminum Alloy 6061-T6 (Aerospace Grade) |
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Standard Heights |
120mm，122mm, 123mm，140mm, 165mm (Customizable) |
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Standard Lengths |
1.8m to 9.0m (Cut-to-size available) |
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Weight |
Approx. 4.5kg/m - 7.8kg/m (Depending on profile) |
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Surface Finish |
Anodized or Mill Finish |
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Certification |
ISO 9001, ANSI/SSFI Standards Compliant |
Applications
In the scaffolding and concrete industry, aluminum beams are often used to replace timber (H20 beams) or heavy steel channels.
Slab Formwork: Used as primary and secondary runners to support plywood decking for concrete pours.
Falsework & Shoring: They transfer heavy concrete loads to the vertical props/scaffolding standards.
Bridging: Long-span aluminum beams allow scaffolding to bridge over driveways or machinery without intermediate ground support.
