Square hollow section (SHS) and square steel tube
Hollow Steel Box Section
Square hollow sections (SHS) and rectangular hollow sections (RHS) are two prime examples of steel tube and box products, with smooth edges and imperviousness to cracking or bending. Much like other hollow section steel (HSS) products, such as steel pipe, or circular hollow sections (CHS), these steel box sections are long, durable metal profiles with expansive cross-sections. The ends of these steel bars are open, offering more of an open tube rather than a solid steel bar.
Mild steel box sections are very reliable, flexible and strong products and can be used for numerous different applications in construction.
SHS products, as well as RHS and CHS steel beams, are often used for the following purposes:
- Manufacturing appliances
- Security gates and fences
- Building commercial structures
- Framing
- Security grills
- TransportÂ
- Protective coveringsÂ
- General steel fabrication
Square Hollow Section
Steel SHS products are symmetrical, similarly to circular steel pipe, and have flat surfaces going across the entire width and length of the tubes. The sides are all equal in width, which means that they offer an even, neat appearance with no irregularities. Compare this to, say, rectangular box section steel tubes; the sides will be sized differently on two opposing sides, whereas with a square it’s entirely equal on all four. These hollow section steel products have flat surfaces that make them ideal for joining and welding.
SHS products have simple, straight cut connections and offer phenomenal resistance to corrosion. Whether mild steel or a stainless steel pipe, this material will thoroughly stand the test of time and will not crack due to rusting.Â
Many of these steel box sections can be supplied in different steel grades, with different surface finishes.
Please refer to other steel hollow section products: CHS and RHS which are available from numerous steel fabrication companies via the Buy A Beam online store.
Buy Square Hollow Section Steel
If you’re looking to buy steel sections online, then take a look at the Buy A Beam store. Not only can you order steel online easily and quickly, but you can request your products in certain grades as well as add special profiles, processes or finishes. Almost any steel beam, section or channel can be customised to your exact spec, size and dimensions, meaning you’re getting high-quality products more efficiently than going straight to a steel fabricator.
For reference, all suppliers on Buy A Beam are CE-approved and are compliant with all current steel fabrication requirements.