What Is an IPE Beam?
The IPE beam is one of the basic building blocks of the steel industry, with a wide range of uses in construction, machinery manufacturing and industrial projects.
Produced to European standards, IPE beams offer high efficiency in carrying horizontal loads thanks to their “I”-shaped cross-section. Frequently preferred in large-scale projects requiring durability and high strength, they are used as reliable load-bearing elements in steel structures as well as in industrial machinery.
IPE Technical Specifications
IPE sections are produced in two ways, from alloyed and non-alloyed hot rolled steel, and are used as structural steel in many sectors.
Considered an indispensable component of modern construction and industry, the IPE section stands out for its structural and technical advantages. The first advantage of sections made from steel conforming to European standards is their high load-bearing capacity. A balanced weight-to-strength ratio is another key technical advantage: despite their ability to carry heavy loads, their relatively light structure makes assembly and processing much easier.
Uses of IPE Beams
With a very broad range of uses, IPE beams find a place in many different construction and industrial projects.
They are the main component of steel structural systems in industrial buildings, factories, warehouses and plants, and thanks to their high load-bearing capacity they are also an ideal solution for bridges. They are a material bridge engineers frequently rely on to span large openings and ensure structural integrity.
Serving as the primary load-bearing element in buildings, IPE beams play critical roles in both modern and traditional structures. For example, they provide solid, long-lasting solutions in infrastructure projects such as electricity pylons and power plants, and are widely used in various chassis and support parts in the automotive and machinery industries.
IPE Production Standards
IPE sections are produced in accordance with international quality standards and specific technical criteria.
They can be produced from alloyed and non-alloyed hot rolled steel and are used as structural steel in many sectors. Produced in steel grades such as S235JR, S235J0, S235J2, S275JR, S275J0, S275J2, S355JR, S355J0 and S355J2, they offer solutions for different strength requirements.
Formed in accordance with EN 10034, these sections are manufactured within specific ranges of height, width, wall thickness and weight. Their size generally ranges from IPE 80 to IPE 160, and their length from 5000 mm to 12000 mm.
The total weight of a section varies with its dimensions. Standardised dimensions enable correct and efficient application in projects and simplify the structural design process for engineers.
The production properties of the sections also have a decisive effect on IPE prices.
Why Forja IPE?
The IPE group supplied by Forja stands out first and foremost for its high quality standards, wide production range and innovative production approach. These high-quality IPE sections are the right choice for long-lasting, reliable and functional solutions in building and industrial projects.
Beyond providing solid and reliable steel solutions, Forja Iron & Steel prefers plants in its supply chain that produce with environmentally friendly technologies, and acts responsibly throughout all processes with a firm commitment to quality and sustainability.