Structural steel is any kind of steel that is molded and cut to be used in construction, particularly for large buildings such as skyscrapers, apartment buildings and factories. Most commonly used in I-beam support frames, structural steel is an iron and carbon alloy mixed-metal compound. The crystalline structure that iron cools into once it is poured into a mold provides the resulting framework with great strength, forming the skeleton of the building. 

Here are five of the most important reasons structure steel is an ideal choice for architects and builders. 

Flexibility

The malleability of structural steel—its ability to be shaped, bent, and molded—means that buildings, bridges, and other structures requiring sturdy frames can be created with a high degree of customization. 

Molten steel is advantageous over similar materials because it can be set into curved or bent shapes to meet architectural specifications. The medium of steel lends itself to a higher degree of creativity in architects and designers, as opposed to working with only brick, plate glass, polycarbonate, or stone.

Prefabrication & Easy Assembly

Sheer Strength

Steel framing is far superior to conventional brick and mortar for a number of reasons. The primary benefit of steel framing is its load-bearing capabilities, which make it an ideal choice for larger and more expensive buildings. Steel framing also enables buildings to be rapidly and safely expanded, especially office buildings. 

Durability

Cost Effectiveness Through Low Maintenance

The hardness and longevity of structure steel make it an economical choice for both initial construction costs and maintenance expenditures.