Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) are popular among structural engineers due to their unique combination of strength, efficiency, and aesthetic versatility. The most common governing standard for HSS in North America is ASTM A500. For structural engineers designing complex projects, understanding the nuances of t...
Read moreStructural engineers face a shifting landscape. While efficiency, constructability, and cost are key to overall design, a fourth requirement has gained increased attention from stakeholders: sustainability. More clients are demanding precise data on the environmental impact of the materials used in their projects. This is...
Read moreMore structural engineers are using Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) because of their high strength-to-weight ratio and versatility. Whether you leverage...
Read moreHave you ever looked at a set of structural drawings and wondered about the difference between "TS" and "HSS"? If you've been in the industry for a while, you likely remember when Tube Steel (TS) was the standard term in the United States. Today, Hollow Structural Section (HSS) is the globally recognized name. This...
Read moreDesigning connections for Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) used to be perceived as challenging. The inaccessible interior of the tube often necessitated field welding or the use of specialized, expensive one-sided fasteners. While these methods served their purpose, they could also increase project timelines and costs and...
Read moreOur complimentary HSS Connection Calculators and Typical HSS Details Library help engineers and detailers design efficient HSS connections. We’re making HSS connection design easier. HSS continues to grow in popularity. Du...
Read moreIt is with my great pleasure to announce the appointment of Tom Muth to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Tubular Products Division of Zekelman Industries. Tom has over 30 years of experience in the pipe and tube industry. Tom began his career with Copperweld Corporation and joined Atlas Tube in 2005 as Vice...
Read moreAtlas Tube has been anxiously working towards the opening of our new ERW mill. Once completed, it will be the largest single seam ERW mill in the world! As a result of the announcement in Ju...
Read moreAn Atlas Tube Lunch & Learn is an opportunity to engage with the leading producer of Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) in North America and learn more about specifications, connections, production and other HSS related topics. Lunch & Learns are an easy and convenient way to not only gain PDH credits needed to meet continuing education re...
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When you’re designing a large, open structure, you can’t let the supports get in the way of the aesthetics or the functionality of the space. But this can be a challenge when designing with ASTM A500 HSS. Variation in wall thickness with this spec forces you to err on the side of larger sections — making it harder to meet size limitations and...
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