Steel Lintels

Steel

Steel Lintels are structural support elements used above openings such as doors and windows to carry masonry loads safely. They are manufactured in accordance with BS 5977: Part 2: 1983, and designed using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) method as per the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), 1st Edition 1993 (2nd printing).

Steel Lintels offer a modern, efficient, and cost-effective alternative to conventional lintel construction, ensuring faster installation and improved performance.


Advantages of Steel Lintels

  • No need for lifting equipment during installation

  • Significant time savings for contractors

  • Ready-engineered design by technical department

  • High corrosion resistance for long-term durability

  • Perforated design enhances adhesion with plaster

  • Column fixing brackets improve installation efficiency


Materials

  1. Pre-Galvanized Steel

    • BS EN 10327 (DX51D + Z275)

    • Revised from BS 2989

  2. Hot Dip Galvanized Steel (Post Fabrication)

    • BS 729:1971

  3. Stainless Steel

    • BS EN 10088-2/5 Grade 304

    • Equivalent to BS 1449

  4. Powder Coated Steel

    • Mild steel to BS EN 10327

    • Polyester / epoxy powder coating finish


Installation Guidelines

  • Minimum end bearing: 200 mm on each side of the opening
    (Except where columns are at opening edges; angle brackets will be provided in such cases)

  • Lintels must not be cut on site

  • Damaged or previously used lintels must not be installed


Key Features

  • Engineered structural support for masonry openings

  • Fast and simple installation process

  • Reduced construction time and labor requirements

  • Durable corrosion-resistant finishes

  • Designed for long-term structural performance