Steel PFC channel beams and C section channels
PFC Channel
Commonly known as C channel beams or C sections, a parallel flange channel (PFC) is a type of steel beam that holds a crescent shape. PFC sections are all integral parts of the structural framework used in building construction, as well as larger-scale steel fabrication projects. They may look very basic in design, but a steel channel beam like a PFC has a vital part to play in a building’s structural stability.
Parallel Flange Channel Uses
PFC steel channels are known for their increased robustness and durability, much like steel beams and steel columns. There is also greater design flexibility by using PFC beams; they can be typically used as columns, lintels which sit above doors or floor support joists, due to their larger load-bearing profile. They are also frequently used alongside standard universal beams or universal columns and other structural steel products. Due to the minimal consumption when making PFC channel beams, they are often seen as the most environmentally-friendly, cost-effective type of structural steel.
Parallel Flange Channel Sizes
Parallel flange channels typically hold a standard, universal nominal depth, with the web and flange thicknesses varying depending on the length of the beam.Â
With the Buy A Beam store, you can purchase individual rolled steel C section channels in a wide variety of sizes and dimensions, with just a few clicks. If you’re buying individual steel products online, or a large assortment of steel beams, each one can be fabricated to your chosen sizes and specifications. Requesting specific PFC sizes and measurements is all a part of the stress-free experience of buying steel online with Buy A Beam.
Buy C Channels Online
Buy A Beam is an easy-to-use tool for ordering steel online. By entering your postcode, and placing your order, your request will go to your chosen local structural steel fabricator. Whether you’re looking for individual PFC steel beams or something more specific and bespoke (you can add specific processes and specifications to your order), Buy A Beam essentially gives you a one-stop-shop for buying steel, when you need to.
For many customers currently working on-site, this is a more accessible and less stressful solution than going straight to a steel fabrication company and waiting for a quote. With Buy A Beam, you’ve got immediate, constant access to a wide range of structural steel beams, bars and sections to order directly to your site.Â