Did you know 40% of homeowners report floor sagging within 10 years of using traditional wood joists? Rot, termites, and weight limits plague wooden supports. Now imagine a solution that triples load capacity, slashes maintenance costs, and lasts 75+ years. Steel I beams for floor joists are revolutionizing construction—and your project deserves this upgrade.
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Steel I beams carry 3x more weight than wood equivalents. A 10-inch steel joist spans 18 feet without intermediate supports—wood needs 50% more beams for the same span. Fire resistance? Steel withstands 1,700°F for 2 hours (ASTM E119), while wood fails in 45 minutes. Ask yourself: Can your floors survive these tests?
Feature | Steel I Beam | Wood I Beam |
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Max Load (lbs/ft) | 1,450 | 480 |
Lifespan | 75+ years | 25 years |
We laser-cut beams to 0.1mm precision—perfect for irregular layouts. Choose from 8 standard sizes (6" to 16" depths) or request fully custom profiles. Our 3D modeling software previews your floor system before installation. No more "close enough" compromises!
A 50,000 sqft warehouse replaced wood joists with our 14-inch steel I beams. Result? 28% cost savings over 5 years from zero rot repairs. Floor vibration dropped 62%—forklifts now move smoothly without product damage. The client called it "the backbone of our operational success."
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