When you're considering materials for a large-scale construction project, structural steel beams will provide the support your building needs while helping you control material usage and costs. Steel suppliers can fabricate beams to match your unique specifications, so you always have the right dimensions for the project. Here's why using structural steel is the most effective approach for next construction job.

Why Choose Structural Steel Beams?

1. Reduces Costs

As demand for steal increased over the past few decades, manufacturers innovated more and charged less for their products to remain competitive. The result is that structural steel is more cost-effective than materials that require more time and resources to produce.

Although steel is denser than many other building materials, the finished beams tend to be lighter and stronger. These properties make the beams easier and faster to build with, reducing your labor costs.

2. Promotes Sustainability

Steel is the world’s most recycled and recyclable material, making it an eco-friendly product. Processing structural steel beams for reuse doesn’t affect its strength or quality. Not only can you use recovered steel for your project, but you can also put it back into circulation at the end of its life. The steel industry is also getting more efficient at processing and transporting this material, so it’s a greener option at every step.

3. Withstands Environmental Conditions

Buildings in Hawaii need to meet specific wind-resistance guidelines, and structural steel beams are up to the task. The material strong in terms of both compression and tension, so the beams can support large and unusually shaped buildings. In addition to giving you greater design freedom, this strength also makes the buildings stronger and safer. Steel beams also need very little maintenance and will last 50 years or more, saving building owners money on maintenance the whole time.

If your next project calls for structural steel beams and welding, choose Incom. Based in Kailua-Kona, HI, they've served the Big Island for over 40 years, providing custom fabrication and mobile on-site welding. They also use the latest tools and technology to maintain the highest quality standards. Call (808) 329-1311 and visit their website to see photos of recent projects.