Steel Columns
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High Quality Steel Columns
Universal Columns, often referred to as ‘H’ or ‘I’ beams, are crucial to the structural integrity of a range of construction projects.
Their vertical orientation lends itself to robust compressive strength, and their slim profile makes them ideal for limited space applications. Southend Steels is proud to offer superior Universal Columns, expertly fabricated to meet your unique project requirements and quality expectations.
Our Universal Columns Pricing Table
Unit
Unit (H x W x W – kg)
152 x 152 x 23
152 x 152 x 30
152 x 152 x 37
203 x 203 x 46
203 x 203 x 52
203 x 203 x 60
203 x 203 x 71
203 x 203 x 86
254 x 254 x 73
254 x 254 x 89
254 x 254 x 107
254 x 254 x 132
254 x 254 x 167
305 x 305 x 97
305 x 305 x 118
305 x 305 x 137
305 x 305 x 158
305 x 305 x 198
305 x 305 x 240
Pricing
£46 p/m
£60 p/m
£74 p/m
£92 p/m
£104 p/m
£120 p/m
£142 p/m
£172 p/m
£146 p/m
£178 p/m
£214 p/m
£264 p/m
£334 p/m
£194 p/m
£236 p/m
£274 p/m
£316 p/m
£396 p/m
£480 p/m
Shipping Information
At Southend Steels, we believe in the timeliness of delivery to keep your project moving. Enjoy free delivery within Southend up to Rayleigh, with a modest £30 carriage charge beyond this area.
However, if your order exceeds £500, your delivery is on us! For deliveries outside of Essex, we welcome your inquiry for additional details. We guarantee next-day delivery for all in-stock items, ensuring your project schedule stays on track.
Why Choose Southend Steels for Universal Columns?
When you choose Southend Steels for your Universal Columns, you’re opting for top-tier quality, cost-effective pricing, and outstanding customer service.
As one of the leading steel suppliers and fabricators in the UK, we are committed to exceeding our clients’ expectations with every project. Our approach combines the personal touch of a small company with the capabilities of a large one, delivering a wide range of services including sheering, plasma and laser cutting, folding and bending, shot-blast and primer paint, drilling, and more.
Southend Steels is your go-to partner for exceptional steel products and fabrication services.
Understanding Steel Columns & Steel Beams
Steel columns / universal columns primarily serve as columns but also function well as load-bearing members, particularly in residential and small-scale projects with height constraints.
Unlike beams, which support loads along their length, columns bear loads vertically, aided by their square-shaped profile for enhanced stability and minimised twisting.
Compared to steel beams, columns have similar width and depth dimensions. Their weight can be easily calculated by multiplying the weight per metre by the total length.
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FAQs
What types of universal columns do Southend Steels supply?
Southend Steels supplies a wide range of universal columns (UC), steel hollow sections and fabricated steel posts.
We offer standard stock sizes as well as fully custom-made columns designed to suit your structural requirements. All columns are produces to EN10025 standards and are suitable for residential, commercial and industrial applications.
What is the difference between a universal column and a universal beam?
Universal Columns (UC) are designed with equal or near-equal flange and web thickness, making them more efficient at handling vertical compression loads.
Universal Beams (UB), on the other hand, have a deeper section and are optimised for horizontal spans such as floor or roof supports.
If you’re unsure which profile you need, our team can specify the correct section based on your structural drawings.
Do you offer custom-cut or fabricated steel columns?
Yes. We can cut, drill, notch and weld plates or connection details directly onto your steel columns to suit your project. This includes base plates, cap plates, stiffeners, splices and cleats, saving time and labour on site.
What grades of steel are used for your columns?
Our steel columns are manufactured in S275 and S355 grade steel to EN10025 standards.
Higher grade steel is available for heavy load-bearing applications or where specified by engineers under international standards such as ASTM A36 or A572.
Can universal steel beams serve as columns?
Universal steel beams and universal steel columns serve distinct purposes due to their unique properties. Universal Beams excel at carrying tension loads and are suitable for horizontal applications like roof rafters or floor joists.
Universal Columns are better suited for compression loads, making them ideal for vertical applications such as bridges or walls. Selecting the appropriate beam type is crucial for ensuring structural integrity and preventing potential failures.
Do you deliver steel columns across the South East?
Yes,we are based in Southend and can deliver universal steal columns across London, Essex and Kent.
Our delivery areas include London, Romford, Stratford, Kings Cross, Ilford, Harlow, Basildon, East London, Canary Wharf, Braintree, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Chelmsford, Colchester, Docklands, Barking and Dagenham. Next-day delivery is available on most stock sizes.