Key points
- Wide-flange (W) beams and American Standard (S) I-beams for residential and commercial work.
- Cut to length, drilled, coped and fitted with plates in our Jamaica, Queens shop.
- Common uses: carrying beams, headers over storefront openings, mezzanines and steel framing.
Beams carry the load in almost every steel-framed building. At Iron Wei Steel Corp we supply wide-flange (W-shape) beams and American Standard (S-shape) I-beams to contractors, fabricators and property owners from our warehouse at 110-40 Dunkirk St in Jamaica, Queens.
Bring us your engineer's beam schedule or tell us the span and load you are working with, and our team will help you match the right section, cut it to length and prepare it for installation.
Beams we supply
- Wide-flange beams (W-shapes). The standard section for structural framing. Parallel flanges make connections simple, and W-shapes are commonly rolled to ASTM A992.
- American Standard I-beams (S-shapes). Tapered inner flanges and a narrower profile; often used for trolley rails, lintels and lighter framing.
- Steel lintels and carrying beams. Beams cut and drilled for masonry openings, basement carrying beams and storefront headers.
How to read a beam size
A beam called W8x31 is a wide-flange shape with a nominal depth of 8 inches that weighs 31 pounds per foot. Some common designations:
| Designation | Nominal depth | Weight per foot |
|---|---|---|
| W6x9 | 6 in | 9 lb/ft |
| W6x15 | 6 in | 15 lb/ft |
| W8x18 | 8 in | 18 lb/ft |
| W8x31 | 8 in | 31 lb/ft |
| W10x22 | 10 in | 22 lb/ft |
| W10x33 | 10 in | 33 lb/ft |
| W12x26 | 12 in | 26 lb/ft |
| W12x40 | 12 in | 40 lb/ft |
Reference information only. Sizes and grades in stock change, so please call (929) 447-5588 or (929) 708-1155 to confirm availability for your order.
Typical applications
- Carrying beams and girders in houses and row homes
- Headers over storefront and garage openings
- Mezzanines, platforms and equipment supports
- Steel framing for new and rebuilt structures
- Canopy and awning frames
Cutting and fabrication
We can cut beams to length and drill, bend or weld it to your drawings in our Jamaica, Queens shop. Learn more about our custom processing services, or have our team build and install the finished work through our structural works and stairs and railings services.
Frequently asked questions
Can you cut a beam to the exact length I need?
Yes. We cut beams to length in our shop and can also drill bolt holes, cope ends and weld on bearing plates or stiffeners. Send us your dimensions or drawings with your request.
Which beam size do I need?
Beam size depends on span, load and local building code requirements, so it should come from your engineer or architect. Once you have the specified section, we can supply and prepare it.
Request a quote for beams
Send your sizes, lengths and quantities, or a copy of your drawings. We reply to online inquiries within 48 hours.
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