STRUCTURAL
STEELSUPPLIER IN UAE
STEEL
Metal Junction FZE supplies certified structural steel sections — I-beams, H-beams, hollow sections (RHS/SHS/CHS), angles, channels, flat bars, universal columns, and steel plates — to construction, oil & gas, and infrastructure projects across the UAE and Middle East.
CERTIFIED STRUCTURAL
STEEL SUPPLIER
Metal Junction FZE is a certified structural steel supplier based in the Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone, UAE. We supply the complete range of hot-rolled and cold-formed structural steel sections, plates, and bars — covering everything from standard mild steel in S275 and S355 grades through to high-strength S690 and abrasion-resistant AR400/AR500 grades for specialist applications.
Our range covers universal beams (UB), universal columns (UC), IPE/HEA/HEB European sections, hollow sections (RHS/SHS/CHS), equal and unequal angles, channels, flat bars, steel plates (MS, HR, CR, AR, PVQ), and merchant bars — all supplied with full mill test certificates and traceable documentation to EN 10025, ASTM A36/A572, or BS EN 10210/10219 as required by the project specification.
- Hot-rolled sections to EN 10025-2 (S275 / S355 JR / J0 / J2)
- Cold-formed hollow sections to EN 10219 & EN 10210
- High-strength sections S420 / S460 / S690 for heavy structures
- Steel plates: MS, HR, CR, checkered, AR400/500, P355/P460 PVQ
- ASTM A36, A572 Gr.50/60/65, A992 for US-specification projects
- Cut-to-length, shot blast, prime coat & marking for project delivery
INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURAL STEEL STANDARDS
Structural sections sourced from approved steel mills in UAE (Emirates Steel / Hadeed), India (SAIL, JSW, JSPL, Tata), Europe (ArcelorMittal, Celsa), South Korea (POSCO, Hyundai), and China (Baosteel, Shagang). Full mill documentation and country of origin on all orders.
STRUCTURAL STEEL SECTIONS & PRODUCTS
Every structural steel section, plate, and bar required for UAE construction, oil & gas, and industrial projects — from standard mild steel to high-strength and specialty grades.
UNIVERSAL BEAMS (UB / IPE)
Hot-rolled I-sections with parallel or tapered flanges for primary beams, floor beams, portal frames, and column supports in buildings and industrial structures. European IPE, HEA, HEB and British UB sections stocked.
UNIVERSAL COLUMNS (UC / HEM)
Heavy H-sections with wide parallel flanges, optimised for axial load and column applications in multi-storey steel frames, transfer structures, and heavy industrial steelwork. ASTM A992 W-sections also available.
HOLLOW SECTIONS (RHS / SHS / CHS)
Square (SHS), rectangular (RHS), and circular (CHS) hollow sections — hot-formed and cold-formed. High torsional stiffness, good aesthetics, and efficient use of material in trusses, columns, and architectural steelwork.
EQUAL & UNEQUAL ANGLES
Hot-rolled L-sections in equal (both legs equal) and unequal (different leg sizes) configurations. Used for bracing, trusses, connections, frames, and shelving. Available in EN 10056 and ASTM A36 / IS 2062 grades.
CHANNELS (UPN / PFC / MC)
Hot-rolled C-channels and parallel-flange channels for purlins, crane rails, secondary beams, and general structural framing. European UPN/UPE, British PFC, and US MC sections available in S275 and S355.
FLAT BARS & BULB FLATS
Hot-rolled flat steel bar in a wide range of widths (10mm–600mm) and thicknesses (3mm–100mm) for gusset plates, base plates, stiffeners, and fabrication. Bulb flats for ship-building and offshore stiffener applications.
STEEL PLATES & SHEETS
Hot-rolled (HR), cold-rolled (CR), mild steel (MS), high-strength, abrasion-resistant (AR400/500/600), pressure vessel quality (PVQ/P355), and Corten weathering steel plates. Available in standard sizes 1000×2000mm to 3000×12000mm and any cut-to-size thickness from 3mm to 200mm.
MERCHANT BARS & ROUND BARS
Round bars (6mm–300mm), square bars (8mm–200mm), hexagonal bars (AF 8mm–100mm) in mild steel, medium carbon steel, and alloy steel grades. Used for shafts, fasteners, machined components, and general fabrication.
STEEL SECTION PROFILES
I-BEAM / IPE / UB
Universal Beam
H-section column
RHS / SHS
Rectangular / Square
Hollow Section
CHS
Circular
Hollow Section
ANGLE (L)
Equal & Unequal
L-section
CHANNEL (C)
UPN / PFC
C-section
FLAT BAR
Plate & Bar
Rectangular section
COMPLETE SPECIFICATIONS
Detailed section sizes, weights, and dimensions for all structural steel products. Contact us for current stock, cut lengths, pricing, and availability.
IPE / HEA / HEB Beams — Section Dimensions & Weight
Hot-rolled European I and H sections to EN 10025-2 (S275 / S355 JR, J0, J2). IPE = standard I-beam; HEA = wide flange (light series); HEB = wide flange (heavy series). Standard stock length 12m or 6m.
| Section | Designation | Height h (mm) | Flange Width b (mm) | Web Thick. tw (mm) | Flange Thick. tf (mm) | Mass (kg/m) | Ix (cm⁴) | Wx (cm³) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPE SERIES (PARALLEL FLANGE I-BEAMS) | ||||||||
| IPE 100 | IPE | 100 | 55 | 4.1 | 5.7 | 8.1 | 171 | 34.2 |
| IPE 160 | IPE | 160 | 82 | 5.0 | 7.4 | 15.8 | 869 | 123 |
| IPE 200 | IPE | 200 | 100 | 5.6 | 8.5 | 22.4 | 1943 | 194 |
| IPE 240 | IPE | 240 | 120 | 6.2 | 9.8 | 30.7 | 3892 | 324 |
| IPE 300 | IPE | 300 | 150 | 7.1 | 10.7 | 42.2 | 8356 | 557 |
| IPE 360 | IPE | 360 | 170 | 8.0 | 12.7 | 57.1 | 16270 | 904 |
| IPE 400 | IPE | 400 | 180 | 8.6 | 13.5 | 66.3 | 23130 | 1156 |
| IPE 450 | IPE | 450 | 190 | 9.4 | 14.6 | 77.6 | 33740 | 1500 |
| IPE 500 | IPE | 500 | 200 | 10.2 | 16.0 | 90.7 | 48200 | 1928 |
| IPE 550 | IPE | 550 | 210 | 11.1 | 17.2 | 106.0 | 67120 | 2440 |
| IPE 600 | IPE | 600 | 220 | 12.0 | 19.0 | 122.0 | 92080 | 3069 |
| HEA SERIES (WIDE FLANGE — LIGHT) | ||||||||
| HEA 100 | HEA | 96 | 100 | 5.0 | 8.0 | 16.7 | 349 | 72.8 |
| HEA 200 | HEA | 190 | 200 | 6.5 | 10.0 | 42.3 | 3692 | 389 |
| HEA 300 | HEA | 290 | 300 | 8.5 | 14.0 | 88.3 | 18260 | 1260 |
| HEA 400 | HEA | 390 | 300 | 11.0 | 19.0 | 125.0 | 45070 | 2311 |
| HEA 500 | HEA | 490 | 300 | 12.0 | 23.0 | 155.0 | 86970 | 3550 |
| HEB SERIES (WIDE FLANGE — HEAVY) | ||||||||
| HEB 200 | HEB | 200 | 200 | 9.0 | 15.0 | 61.3 | 5696 | 569.6 |
| HEB 300 | HEB | 300 | 300 | 11.0 | 19.0 | 117.0 | 25170 | 1678 |
| HEB 400 | HEB | 400 | 300 | 13.5 | 24.0 | 155.0 | 57680 | 2884 |
| HEB 500 | HEB | 500 | 300 | 14.5 | 28.0 | 187.0 | 107200 | 4287 |
Hollow Sections — SHS / RHS / CHS Dimensions & Weight
Square (SHS), rectangular (RHS), and circular (CHS) hollow sections to EN 10210 (hot-formed) and EN 10219 (cold-formed) in S275J2H and S355J2H. Standard stock length 6m. Cut-to-length available.
| Type | Size (mm) | Wall Thickness (mm) | Mass (kg/m) | Area (cm²) | Ix (cm⁴) | Wx (cm³) | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHS — SQUARE HOLLOW SECTIONS | |||||||
| SHS | 50×50 | 3.0 / 4.0 / 5.0 | 4.35 / 5.72 / 6.97 | 5.54 / 7.29 / 8.88 | 17.3 / 21.8 / 25.3 | 6.93 / 8.73 / 10.1 | EN 10219 |
| SHS | 60×60 | 3.0 / 4.0 / 5.0 | 5.34 / 7.07 / 8.69 | 6.80 / 9.01 / 11.1 | 31.0 / 39.5 / 46.9 | 10.3 / 13.2 / 15.6 | EN 10219 |
| SHS | 80×80 | 3.0 / 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.3 | 7.18 / 9.63 / 11.9 / 14.8 | 9.15 / 12.3 / 15.2 / 18.9 | 76.0 / 99.0 / 119 / 143 | 19.0 / 24.8 / 29.8 / 35.8 | EN 10219 |
| SHS | 100×100 | 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.3 / 8.0 | 12.2 / 15.1 / 18.7 / 23.3 | 15.5 / 19.2 / 23.9 / 29.7 | 197 / 239 / 288 / 343 | 39.4 / 47.7 / 57.6 / 68.6 | EN 10219 |
| SHS | 120×120 | 5.0 / 6.3 / 8.0 / 10.0 | 18.3 / 22.7 / 28.4 / 34.7 | 23.2 / 29.0 / 36.1 / 44.2 | 421 / 511 / 619 / 726 | 70.2 / 85.2 / 103 / 121 | EN 10219 |
| SHS | 150×150 | 5.0 / 6.3 / 8.0 / 10.0 | 23.0 / 28.8 / 36.2 / 44.4 | 29.3 / 36.7 / 46.2 / 56.7 | 839 / 1030 / 1260 / 1500 | 112 / 137 / 168 / 200 | EN 10219 |
| SHS | 200×200 | 6.3 / 8.0 / 10.0 / 12.5 | 39.0 / 49.2 / 60.7 / 74.5 | 49.7 / 62.6 / 77.2 / 94.9 | 2520 / 3110 / 3750 / 4440 | 252 / 311 / 375 / 444 | EN 10210 |
| RHS — RECTANGULAR HOLLOW SECTIONS (SELECTED SIZES) | |||||||
| RHS | 100×50 | 3.0 / 4.0 / 5.0 | 6.71 / 8.86 / 10.9 | 8.54 / 11.3 / 13.9 | 90.5 / 116 / 138 | 18.1 / 23.1 / 27.5 | EN 10219 |
| RHS | 150×75 | 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.3 | 13.4 / 16.6 / 20.5 | 17.1 / 21.2 / 26.1 | 447 / 542 / 651 | 59.6 / 72.3 / 86.8 | EN 10219 |
| RHS | 200×100 | 5.0 / 6.3 / 8.0 / 10.0 | 22.3 / 27.7 / 34.7 / 42.7 | 28.4 / 35.3 / 44.2 / 54.2 | 1280 / 1560 / 1890 / 2230 | 128 / 156 / 189 / 223 | EN 10219 |
| RHS | 250×150 | 6.3 / 8.0 / 10.0 / 12.5 | 37.6 / 47.2 / 58.2 / 71.1 | 47.9 / 60.1 / 74.1 / 90.5 | 3820 / 4670 / 5590 / 6590 | 306 / 373 / 447 / 527 | EN 10210 |
| RHS | 300×200 | 8.0 / 10.0 / 12.5 | 60.5 / 74.9 / 91.9 | 77.0 / 95.3 / 117 | 9480 / 11450 / 13580 | 632 / 763 / 905 | EN 10210 |
| CHS — CIRCULAR HOLLOW SECTIONS (SELECTED SIZES) | |||||||
| CHS | OD 48.3mm | 2.5 / 3.2 / 4.0 | 2.82 / 3.56 / 4.37 | 3.59 / 4.53 / 5.57 | 10.9 / 13.5 / 16.1 | 4.51 / 5.59 / 6.68 | EN 10219 |
| CHS | OD 88.9mm | 3.2 / 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.3 | 6.76 / 8.38 / 10.3 / 12.8 | 8.62 / 10.7 / 13.2 / 16.3 | 62.3 / 76.0 / 91.6 / 110 | 14.0 / 17.1 / 20.6 / 24.8 | EN 10219 |
| CHS | OD 168.3mm | 5.0 / 6.3 / 8.0 / 10.0 | 20.1 / 25.2 / 31.6 / 39.0 | 25.7 / 32.1 / 40.3 / 49.7 | 614 / 757 / 930 / 1120 | 73.0 / 89.9 / 110 / 133 | EN 10219 |
| CHS | OD 219.1mm | 6.3 / 8.0 / 10.0 / 12.5 | 33.1 / 41.6 / 51.6 / 63.7 | 42.1 / 53.0 / 65.7 / 81.1 | 1680 / 2080 / 2520 / 3010 | 153 / 190 / 230 / 275 | EN 10210 |
| CHS | OD 323.9mm | 8.0 / 10.0 / 12.5 / 16.0 | 62.3 / 77.4 / 95.9 / 121 | 79.4 / 98.6 / 122 / 154 | 6710 / 8220 / 10010 / 12350 | 414 / 508 / 618 / 762 | EN 10210 |
Equal Angles — Section Dimensions & Weight
Hot-rolled equal angles to EN 10056-1 in S275 and S355. Also available to ASTM A36 and IS 2062 Grade B. Standard stock length 6m and 12m.
| Designation | Leg A (mm) | Thickness t (mm) | Mass (kg/m) | Area (cm²) | Ixx (cm⁴) | Wxx (cm³) | Imin (cm⁴) | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L 30×30×3 | 30 | 3 | 1.36 | 1.74 | 0.776 | 0.374 | 0.310 | EN 10056 |
| L 40×40×4 | 40 | 4 | 2.42 | 3.08 | 2.40 | 0.862 | 0.960 | EN 10056 |
| L 50×50×5 | 50 | 5 | 3.77 | 4.80 | 7.28 | 2.07 | 2.93 | EN 10056 |
| L 60×60×6 | 60 | 6 | 5.42 | 6.91 | 17.8 | 4.22 | 7.09 | EN 10056 |
| L 70×70×7 | 70 | 7 | 7.38 | 9.40 | 37.9 | 7.64 | 15.1 | EN 10056 |
| L 80×80×8 | 80 | 8 | 9.63 | 12.3 | 70.2 | 12.4 | 28.0 | EN 10056 |
| L 90×90×9 | 90 | 9 | 12.2 | 15.5 | 115 | 18.0 | 45.9 | EN 10056 |
| L 100×100×10 | 100 | 10 | 15.0 | 19.2 | 177 | 25.1 | 70.7 | EN 10056 |
| L 120×120×12 | 120 | 12 | 21.6 | 27.5 | 433 | 50.8 | 173 | EN 10056 |
| L 150×150×15 | 150 | 15 | 33.8 | 43.0 | 1050 | 99.1 | 419 | EN 10056 |
| L 200×200×20 | 200 | 20 | 60.0 | 76.4 | 3650 | 257 | 1460 | EN 10056 |
Steel Plates — Grades, Standards & Applications
Metal Junction FZE supplies hot-rolled, cold-rolled, pressure vessel quality, abrasion-resistant, and weathering steel plates in thicknesses from 3mm to 200mm. Cut-to-size, profiling, and shot blasting available.
| Grade / Type | Standard | Yield Str. (MPa) | Tensile Str. (MPa) | Thickness Range | Width Range | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S275 JR / J0 / J2 | EN 10025-2 | ≥275 MPa | 430–580 MPa | 3mm – 150mm | Up to 4,200mm | Standard mild steel, weldable | General structural fabrication, frames, base plates |
| S355 JR / J0 / J2 / K2 | EN 10025-2 | ≥355 MPa | 470–630 MPa | 3mm – 150mm | Up to 4,200mm | Higher strength, good weldability | Offshore structures, heavy steel fabrication, bridges |
| S355 NL / ML (Impact tested) | EN 10025-3/4 | ≥355 MPa | 470–630 MPa | 8mm – 100mm | Up to 3,500mm | Charpy impact tested –40°C or –50°C | Offshore / Arctic, crane booms, heavy lifting frames |
| S420 / S460 (High Strength) | EN 10025-3/4 | ≥420 / ≥460 MPa | 520–680 MPa | 8mm – 100mm | Up to 3,200mm | High strength, reduced weight | Lifting equipment, bridges, heavy structural members |
| S690 QL (Ultra High Strength) | EN 10025-6 | ≥690 MPa | 770–940 MPa | 5mm – 80mm | Up to 3,000mm | Q&T, very high yield, impact tested | Mining equipment, pressure vessels, special structures |
| ASTM A36 | ASTM A36 | ≥250 MPa | 400–550 MPa | 3mm – 150mm | Up to 3,000mm | US standard, high weldability | US-specification construction, oil & gas structural |
| ASTM A572 Gr.50 / Gr.60 / Gr.65 | ASTM A572 | 345 / 415 / 450 MPa | 450 / 520 / 550 MPa | 6mm – 100mm | Up to 3,000mm | HSLA, good notch toughness | Bridges, buildings, US-spec ASME pressure applications |
| P355 NL / P460 NL (Pressure Vessel) | EN 10028-3 | ≥355 / ≥460 MPa | 490–630 / 570–720 MPa | 8mm – 150mm | Up to 4,000mm | PVQ, normalised, impact tested at –40°C/–50°C | Pressure vessels, tanks, LPG storage, offshore modules |
| AR400 / AR450 / AR500 (Abrasion Resistant) | EN 10029 / Mil-DTL | ≥1000–1250 MPa | 1250–1600 MPa | 4mm – 80mm | Up to 3,200mm | 400–500 Brinell hardness, extreme wear resistance | Mining, dredging, chutes, hoppers, bucket liners |
| Corten A / B (Weathering Steel) | EN 10025-5 / ASTM A588 | ≥345 MPa | 485–620 MPa | 3mm – 50mm | Up to 3,000mm | Self-weathering oxide layer, no paint required | Architecture, signage, bridges, outdoor structures |
| Chequered Plate (Diamond / Tear Drop) | EN 10025 S275 / S355 | ≥275 / ≥355 MPa | 430–630 MPa | 3mm – 12mm base | 1000×2000 / 1250×2500mm | Anti-slip raised pattern | Flooring, access platforms, ramps, step covers |
STANDARDS & CERTIFICATIONS
Every structural steel product is supplide">EN 10025
Parts 1–6 covering S275 through S690. The primary European standard for structural steel sections and plates. Includes impact test sub-grades (JR, J0, J2, K2, NL, ML).
Structural hollow sections manufactured by hot-forming. Better section tolerance and corner radii than cold-formed. S275J2H and S355J2H are the most common grades.
Structural hollow sections manufactured by cold-forming from coil. Cost-effective for lighter gauges (t ≤ 12.5mm). Grades S275J2H and S355J2H / S355NH.
The standard US specification for carbon structural steel plates, angles, channels, and beams. Minimum yield 250 MPa. Used on US-specification oil & gas and construction projects.
High-strength low-alloy (HSLA) columbium-vanadium structural steel. Grades 42, 50, 55, 60, 65 — the most used is Grade 50 (345 MPa yield) for US construction and oil & gas.
Optimised for W-shape (wide flange) sections used as columns and beams in US building frames. Mandatory for AISC-designed structures. Yield 345 MPa, max 450 MPa (Fy/Fu ≤ 0.85).
Flat products for pressure-containing equipment. Part 3 (P355NL) and Part 6 (P460NL) are the most common UAE applications — LPG tanks, pressure vessels, and offshore modules.
BIS standard for hot-rolled medium and high-tensile structural steel (Grade A, B, C, E250–E650). Widely used on Indian-funded and South Asian EPC projects in the GCC.
STRUCTURAL STEEL GRADE GUIDE
Selecting the correct grade ensures structural integrity, weldability, and compliance with the design code. This guide covers the most commonly specified grades for UAE and GCC projects.
Standard Mild Steel — General Structural
The most economical and widely available structural steel. Yield strength 275 MPa. JR sub-grade is impact tested at room temperature (20°C) — suitable for the UAE and GCC climate where sub-zero temperatures are not encountered. The default grade for non-critical structural frames, secondary steelwork, and general fabrication in the region.
Higher Strength — Primary Structural Use
355 MPa yield strength — 29% stronger than S275. Allows lighter sections for the same load, reducing steel tonnage and cost. J2 sub-grade is impact tested at –20°C. The preferred grade for primary structural steel in UAE oil & gas modules, offshore decks, large industrial buildings, and wherever structural efficiency matters. Matches ASTM A572 Gr.50 in strength.
Normalised + Low Temp Impact — Offshore & Heavy Lifting
Normalised (N) and impact tested at –50°C (L). Mandatory for offshore structural steel, jack-up legs, heavy-lift crane structures, and any application where improved toughness or sub-zero service is required. Available in plates and wide-flange sections. Also specified for structural members in cold storage facilities and LNG plants.
High Strength — Weight-Critical Structures
460 MPa yield strength with thermomechanical controlled process (TMCP / ML) rolling. Used where weight savings are critical — long-span bridges, offshore topsides, large crane booms, and deep-water modules. Higher cost per tonne than S355 but fewer tonnes required per structure. Requires careful welding procedure qualification.
US-Specification Projects
The standard US carbon structural steel grade (250 MPa yield, 400–550 MPa tensile). Required on US-specification EPC projects — US-designed oil & gas facilities, petrochemical plants to ASME design codes, and US government projects. Interchangeable with S275 in many applications. Full ASTM mill certification available from stock.
Abrasion Resistant — Mining & Industrial Wear
Quenched and tempered high-carbon steel plates with 370–470 Brinell hardness (AR400) or 470–540 BHN (AR500). Not a structural grade — used for liner plates, chutes, hoppers, bucket teeth, dredger cutterheads, and any surface subject to severe abrasive wear. Requires low hydrogen welding procedures and pre/post heat for successful fabrication.
INDUSTRIES & APPLICATIONS
Metal Junction FZE supplies certified structural steel to the UAE's most demanding sectors — with full traceability, correct grade documentation, and on-time project delivery.
OIL & GAS MODULES
S355 J2/NL sections and plates for onshore and offshore oil & gas process modules, equipment skids, pipe racks, and structural supports in ADNOC, Aramco, and KNPC facilities.
OFFSHORE STRUCTURES
S355 NL and S460 NL high-toughness sections for offshore jackets, topsides, FPSO structures, and subsea manifold supports. Full Lloyd's Register and DNV documentation available.
BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION
IPE, HEA/HEB, UC sections and RHS/SHS in S275/S355 for industrial buildings, warehouses, commercial frames, mezzanines, and multi-storey steel structures across the UAE.
INFRASTRUCTURE & BRIDGES
S355 J2/K2 and ASTM A572 structural plates and sections for road bridges, pedestrian bridges, flyovers, underpasses, and transportation infrastructure in UAE road network projects.
POWER GENERATION
Structural sections and plates for power plant boiler supports, duct work, stack structures, cable tray supports, transformer plinths, and substation steelwork in UAE power projects.
WATER & DESALINATION
Structural steel for desalination plant frames, water tank structures, pump station buildings, pipeline supports, and water treatment plant steelwork across DEWA, FEWA, and ADWEA projects.
INDUSTRIAL FABRICATION
Plates, flats, rounds, and hollow sections for steel fabricators and structural steel contractors across the UAE — supplied cut-to-length, shot blasted and primed for direct-to-fabrication delivery.
MINING & EARTHMOVING
AR400/AR500 abrasion-resistant plates for quarry equipment, crusher liners, conveyor chutes, bucket lips, and wear-critical components in UAE mining and aggregate crushing operations.
SHIPBUILDING & MARINE
ABS/DNV/LR Grade A/B/D/E ship plates, bulb flats, flat bars, and structural sections for vessel construction, repair, and offshore support vessel (OSV) fabrication in UAE ship yards.
VALUE-ADDED SERVICES
Beyond standard supply, Metal Junction FZE offers processing and documentation services that save time and cost on projects.
CUT TO LENGTH & PROFILING
Structural sections cut to exact project lengths — eliminating waste and site cutting costs. Plate profiling (plasma and flame cutting) to CAD drawings for gussets, base plates, and complex profiles. Tolerances to EN ISO 9013.
SHOT BLASTING & PRIMING
Sa 2.5 shot blast surface preparation and application of one- or two-coat primer (zinc phosphate, zinc-rich, epoxy) through our approved processing partners — fully inspection-certificated for project delivery.
MATERIAL TRACEABILITY & MTC
Full EN 10204 Type 3.1 (or 3.2 on request) Mill Test Certificates with heat number, chemical composition, mechanical test results, and dimensional verification — all heat-traceable to the finished product.
POSITIVE MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION (PMI)
XRF-based PMI testing for high-strength, alloy, and special grades — confirming chemical composition before dispatch. Critical for S460/S690, AR400/500, and Corten grades where misidentification carries structural risk.
THIRD-PARTY INSPECTION
Pre-shipment inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, RINA, or client-nominated TPI. Mill visit attendance and source inspection coordination arranged from our UAE base. Full inspection release notes provided.
PROJECT BUNDLING & TAGGING
Steel sections bundle-tagged by grid-line reference, erection mark, or section type — ready for direct-to-erection delivery. Reduces site handling, eliminates sorting delays, and supports just-in-time project delivery.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN S275 AND S355 STRUCTURAL STEEL?
S275 has a minimum yield strength of 275 MPa and is the standard, most economical structural steel grade — suitable for non-critical secondary steelwork, miscellaneous frames, and general fabrication where ultimate economy is the priority.
S355 has a minimum yield strength of 355 MPa — approximately 29% higher than S275. This higher strength allows engineers to use lighter (thinner / smaller) sections for the same applied load, which typically results in a lower overall steel tonnage and cost for primary structural frames, even though S355 costs slightly more per tonne. S355 is the preferred grade for primary structural steel in oil & gas, offshore, heavy industrial, and large-span construction in the UAE. Both grades have comparable weldability — standard welding procedures apply to both.
WHAT DOES THE SUB-GRADE (JR, J0, J2, NL) MEAN IN EN 10025 STEEL?
The sub-grade letter code in EN 10025 indicates the Charpy impact test temperature — i.e. the temperature at which the steel is guaranteed to absorb at least 27 Joules without brittle fracture:
JR — impact tested at +20°C (room temperature). Suitable for the UAE climate where temperatures don't fall below 5–10°C. The most economical sub-grade.
J0 — impact tested at 0°C.
J2 — impact tested at –20°C. Specified for structures exposed to cold environments or where the design code requires improved fracture toughness.
N / NL — normalised rolling; NL is impact tested at –50°C. Required for offshore structures, Arctic applications, and crane/lifting structures where extreme toughness is mandatory.
For most UAE onshore applications, JR is technically sufficient. For offshore, heavy-lift, or crane structures, J2 or NL is typically specified by the structural engineer.
CAN YOU SUPPLY STRUCTURAL STEEL TO ASTM A36 AND A572 SPECIFICATIONS?
Yes — Metal Junction FZE stocks and supplies ASTM A36, A572 Grade 42/50/60/65, and ASTM A992 structural steel in plates, beams, angles, channels, and bars. ASTM grades are required on US-specification EPC projects, on facilities designed to ASME codes, on US government-funded infrastructure projects, and on many Saudi Aramco projects. We supply full ASTM mill certifications with each order. Contact our team specifying your ASTM grade, section, size, and quantity for a same-day quote.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOT-FORMED (EN 10210) AND COLD-FORMED (EN 10219) HOLLOW SECTIONS?
Hot-formed hollow sections (EN 10210) are manufactured at high temperature (above the recrystallisation temperature of steel), which relieves residual stresses and gives a more uniform microstructure. They have tighter dimensional tolerances, smaller corner radii (better for welding), and can be supplied in higher-strength grades (S355, S420, S460). They are the preferred choice for structural columns, primary frames, and applications where weld quality at corners is important.
Cold-formed hollow sections (EN 10219) are formed at room temperature from flat-rolled coil. They are typically more economical in thinner gauges (up to 12.5mm wall) and are widely available for secondary structural use. Cold forming introduces residual stresses, and corner radii are slightly larger — this matters for tight fillet welds. For most general construction and fabrication applications in the UAE, EN 10219 cold-formed sections are perfectly adequate and represent better value.
DO YOU SUPPLY STEEL PLATES CUT TO SIZE FOR FABRICATION SHOPS IN UAE?
Yes. Metal Junction FZE supplies cut-to-size steel plates for steel fabricators, machine shops, and EPC contractors across the UAE. We offer plasma and oxy-fuel flame cutting from stock plates to your dimensions — profiles, rectangles, or complex shapes from CAD / DXF files. Standard stock sizes are 1000×2000mm to 3000×12000mm in thicknesses from 3mm to 200mm. Shot blasting to Sa 2.5 and primer coat can be applied after cutting. Lead times depend on grade and thickness — contact us with your cutting list for a prompt quote.
CAN YOU SUPPLY STRUCTURAL STEEL WITH EMIRATES STEEL DOCUMENTATION?
Yes. Metal Junction FZE sources structural steel from Emirates Steel (Abu Dhabi) and Hadeed / Rajhi Steel (Saudi Arabia) as well as European mills (ArcelorMittal) and Indian mills (SAIL, JSW, JSPL, Tata Steel). For projects requiring UAE-origin steel — such as ADNOC projects with in-country value (ICV) requirements — we can supply with full Emirates Steel mill documentation. Availability varies by section size and grade; contact us with your enquiry for current mill availability and lead times.
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