Glossary with words related to metal and metal types.
Metal framing
Noun
Steel frame is a building technique with a "skeleton frame" of vertical steel columns and horizontal I-beams, constructed in a rectangular grid to support the floors, roof and walls of a building which are all attached to the frame.
Example: My neighbor's house has a metal structure.
en: Estructura metálica.
Metal panel.
Noun
Metal composite material panels are formed by joining two sheets of painted or natural metal sheets (typically aluminum but can also utilize other materials like steel, zinc, copper, stainless steel, or titanium) and bonding them to a polyethylene center.
Example: The walls of the warehouse are made of metal panels.
en: Panel metálico.
Metal roofing.
Noun.
A metal roof is a roofing system featuring metal pieces or tiles exibiting corrosion resistance, impermeability to water, and long life. It is a component of the building envelope.
Example: The house we will build will have a metal roofing.
en: Techo de metal.
Metal stud.
Noun.
Studs are small pieces of metal which are attached to a surface for decoration.
Example: Give me the metal stud and bolts.
en: Perno de metal.
Steel angle.
Noun.
Steel Angle is essentially 'steel shape' with low carbon that is hot rolled. It is the most popular among all steel shapes. It is angled at 90° which makes it a strong and sturdy product that is used for various applications. Steel Angles have a bar shape and it conforms to the ASTM A36 Steel Standard.
Example: It needs a steel angle to complete the purchase of the material.
en: Ángulo de acero.
Steel column.
Noun.
Steel column is a vertical structure member used in construction to provide essential support. They may carry loads in compression or they may transfer loads from things like beams, ceilings, floor slabs or roof slabs to floors or foundations.
Example: It is easier to build steel columns.
en: Columna de acero.
Steel plate.
Noun.
Steel Plate, or structural steel is simply steel sheet material that can be customarily cut and welded to develop a more elaborate product.
