Selecting the right structural materials directly impacts your project timeline, budget, and overall design efficiency. As a structural engineer, you skillfully balance the demand for high load capacities with the need to manage costs and meet architectural expectations. Traditional wide flange sections have their place...
Read moreA common question that arises during the material specification process is the functional difference between ASTM A500 and ASTM A513 steel tubing. Customers and design teams sometimes assume these specifications are interchangeable. However, when we delve deeper into the material properties and manufacturing standards, m...
Read moreEvery large structure, from soaring skyscrapers to sprawling bridges, relies on a solid foundation to establish structural integrity and safety. For projects demanding foundational support in challenging soil conditions, deep foundation systems are critical. Among the list of reliable solutions is straight-seam ERW steel...
Read moreHollow 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...
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