This glossary describes words related to Steel and metal fittings.
METAL CHANNEL
Noun
A metal channel is a roll formed metal strip that has been shaped into a tube or a U, J, or C shape to be used in several industrial applications.
Example: In the construction industry, metal channels provide a means of absorbing sound by being placed between the two sides of plasterboard walls.
es: Canal metálico
METAL GRATING
Noun
Metal grating is a very useful perforated product that is widely used in flooring and trench covers.
Example: The most common metals that are used to make metal gratings are iron, carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
es: Rejilla metálica
METAL PANEL
Noun
Metal panel is a general term describing any flat, thin sheet of metal. It can be any type of metal (stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, etc).
Example: The metal panels work with modular systems.
es: Panel metálico
METAL ROD
Noun
Metal rods are specially formed pieces of metal and alloy that are shaped into a rod-like aesthetic.
Example: Metal rods are commonly used to support a range of applications such as within masonry structures.
es: Barra de metal
METAL ROOFING
Noun
Metal roofing consists of the cladding of profiled sheets or metal sheets.
Example: The main function of metal roofing is to insulate and protect people or objects from external factors such as rain, snow, wind and even animals.
es: Cubierta metálica
METAL TUBING
Noun
Metal tubings are generally defined as conduits and fittings for the protection of cables made of metal.
Example: In the construction, architecture and engineering, metal tubing have an infinite number of applications, from the most functional to the most aesthetic.
es: Tubo metálico
STEEL COLUMN
Noun
Steel columns are hot rolled, vertical steel structural framing members.
Example: Steel columns are of vital importance in construction projects.
es: Columna de acero
STEEL FRAMING
Noun
The steel structural system is based on a frame or skeleton of any structure whose components are mostly steel columns and beams.
Example: Steel structures generate a lot of strength in a building.
es: Estructura de acero
STEEL JOIST
Noun
They are structural elements that support the construction loads and transmit them to the vertical support elements (columns or walls).
Example: Steel joist are used in civil construction, steel structures, bridges, columns, roofs and mezzanines.
es: Viga de acero
STEEL ROD
Noun
Steel bars are long, smooth pieces made of steel. Manufactured under hot rolling and carbon steel, they are highly resistant products.
Example: Steel rods, called rebars, placed in the lower portion of a concrete slab prevent that slab from cracking when subjected to that tensile bending force.
