Shafton Steel Services, based in South Yorkshire, offers a wide range of steel products manufactured at its large, state-of-the-art, independent steel service and processing centre – including plate girders.
The company’s experienced technical and operational team is committed to providing customers with the best possible support. From the workshop to the senior team, Shafton focuses is on meeting customer requirements beyond conventional boundaries and delivering customised solutions tailored to the unique needs of each project.
The company’s in-house plate girder manufacturing line is a significant asset enabling the manufacture custom beams from individual plates which offers unprecedented flexibility in the design of cross-sectional properties to meet specific project requirements. This flexibility allows designers to optimise material usage and maximise efficiency without compromising structural integrity.
Additionally, the proportions of any beam cross-section can be adjusted to optimise and reduce the thickness of the intumescent paint required when fire protection of beams is required. This not only reduces costs but also minimises paint curing time compared to equivalent proprietary solutions, adding value and flexibility to your project.
Shafton’s plate girders offer a versatile and cost-effective solution for a comprehensive range of construction projects, from commercial offices to bridges.
Their fabricated plate girders also allow for both complex shapes and custom web hole arrangements to be cut with different sizes and spacing to meet specific usage or aesthetic requirements. Unlike other manufacturing processes that may require costly infill, Shafton’s plate girder solution eliminates this expense, making it a more cost-effective option.
Plate girders boast simplicity in production processes that make them a cost-effective alternative to proprietary hot rolled beam solutions. Combined with short lead times and guaranteed availability, plate girders offer an attractive option for projects with a limited budget.
Shafton’s specialist dedicated beam assembly and welding line offers unparalleled precision and repeatability in welding which is paramount. This gives customers total confidence in the consistency and reliability of every beam they supply.
Darren Bingham, Operations Manager of Shafton Steel Services said, “We understand that every project is unique, and our plate girder line enables our customers to design beams with unparalleled flexibility and efficiency. We’re not just manufacturing steel; we’re crafting solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients, ensuring that their projects are not only structurally sound but also completed on time and within budget.”
