Please Note: We can only deliver universal beams to postcodes local to TQ4, including some EX and PL postcodes.
Our Cut To Size Universal Beam, UBs or I-Beams, are steel sections available in a range of sizes, weights and finishes to suit your next structural steel support and building construction projects. They can bear incredibly high loads and also reduce the requirement for multiple support elements in construction.
The Universal Beam’s vertical side resists the sheer force exerted upon it, while the flanges help the beam resist the load’s pressure, which would otherwise cause it to bend. Providing long-lasting and reliable stability and support, they provide an even weight distribution of consistently weighted heavy loads across the length of the beam support.
The parallel flange of the Universal Beam does away with the need for tapered washers and makes it easier to connect than the flanges of Rolled Steel Joists (RSJ), which vary in thickness. The depth of a UB is always greater than its width, making it more suited to carrying bending loads (forces applied to it in the middle or on the end) such as the beam elements in floors.
Our Universal Steel Beams can be used in a wide variety of structural steel applications. They can be cut and welded and are available in either self colour or a red primer. These steel beams can also be easily recycled, repurposed and reused to help you manage and reduce costs.
Key features:
The cross-sections are commonly specified with a code consisting of the dimension. The first dimension is always the depth, followed by the width and finally weight, in kilograms per meter. For example, 152x89x16, would be 152mm in height, 89mm in width and 16KG per meter of length.
Customer Reviews4.95 4.9/5 Based on 13 reviewsShow all reviews
RsjReviewed by Rob35m on 10 Sep 2024
Rsj well painted so should not rust and delivered quickly
Great serviceReviewed by Neil.forbes63 on 13 Oct 2023
Excellent communication, quick efficient service and competitive pricing, thank you
BRILLIANTReviewed by Roger.backaller on 26 Oct 2022
Thanks Austen Knapman. I ordered what I required online and found the website easy to use bearing in mind my limited computer skills!! The beams arrived within days and were dropped just where they were required. They fitted perfectly and are all now 'built in'. I would have no hesitation in recommending Austen Knapman.
Delivery of steel beamReviewed by Lionel.parker69 on 05 Apr 2022
Product was spot on and delivered to site promptly and left on the driveway a big thank you to all the team at Austin knapmans
Great service great steelReviewed by Jamiepoultney10 on 24 Aug 2021
Brilliant service and good quality British product!
Please find our delivery rates below. The delivery price will be automatically calculated as you add items to your cart.
UK Mainland
Delivery | Price |
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Orders under £150 (ex VAT) | £17.50 |
Orders Over £150 (ex VAT) | FREE |
Industrial Scotland
Delivery | Price |
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Orders under £150 (ex VAT) | £17.50 |
Orders Over £150 (ex VAT) | FREE |
Scottish Highlands & Islands
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All orders | £41.50 |
Universal Beams & Channels and Parallel Flange Channel
We can only deliver Universal Beams, Universal Channels and Parallel Flange Channels to selected postcodes in the TQ, EX, PL and TR areas. A shipping charge of £17.50 applies to all orders in this category. Collect in person is also available for those who live locally.
What days will the courier delivery?
Our courier will deliver between Monday and Friday.
How quickly will my order arrive?
The majority of orders will arrive within a maximum of five working days. However, sometimes there may be a delay but we will phone you if this is going to be the case.
Can I collect my order in person?
Yes, during the checkout process you will be given the option of selecting 'collect in person' which will remove all delivery charges.
Will I be able to track the status of my order?
Yes, you will be emailed the tracking number when your order is dispatched.
How will my order be delivered?
For deliveries local to us we use our own fleet of vehicles. For orders further afield we use a range of couriers, depending on the size of your order we select a courier to suit.
Will I need to sign for my order?
Yes, a signature is required upon delivery.
Special delivery instructions
If you have any special delivery instructions, please include these in the 'special delivery' section at the checkout.
Delivery Zones
As stated above the price of delivery varies depending on the postcode of the delivery address. In some rare cases concerning Scottish Highlands & Islands the stated delivery charge may not be enough to cover the shipping and we reserve the right to request this additional amount before shipment. Should you decide you do not wish to pay this additional cost we will refund the total cost of your order within 24hrs.
We are currently experiencing issues with deliveries in Wales, primarily to LL postcodes. Please contact us first if you wish to place an order for delivery to this area.
I have a query regarding delivery?
If you have any queries regarding delivery please ring our team on 01803 664020. We shall make every effort to contact you if we cannot deliver your order within the specified period and we will let you know of the expected time.