Stainless steel for structural applications
Stainless steel is an attractive material for structures. Its high-strength and long service life means that architects can create lightweight and attractive structures. And because it resists corrosion from sea salt and de-icing salt, it keeps its finish with no need for repainting.
Duplex stainless steel allows for considerable weight savings where their strength can be utilised in design, which makes it a cost-efficient high-strength steel alternative.
Top benefits of choosing Outokumpu stainless steel for structural applications
Applications
- Load bearing support structures for facades and roofs, balustrades and balconies and fastening elements
- Structural beams for buildings and bridges
- New and reconstructed concrete walls and foundations
Performance
- With high-strength Outokumpu duplex steel, weight savings can be achieved, saving costs in many areas
- Our Forta Duplex range with lean, standard and super duplexes with their high chromium content and low nickel content deliver an exceptional combination of high strength and corrosion resistance and uniquely cost-effective solutions
- Reduced maintenance means lower total life-cycle cost
For structural components
Recommended product forms
Hot rolled coil, strip and plate
Hot rolled coils, strips and plates are available in a wide range of heat and corrosion resistant grades in all stainless steel types.
Quarto plate
For extra thickness or larger dimensions, Outokumpu hot-rolled plates – quarto or heavy plates – are the ideal solution.
Downloads
- Brochures
- Datasheets
- Environmental Product Declarations
- Green building documentation
- Safe use of stainless steel
- White papers
Special Surfaces - Outokumpu Deco Range
Atmospheric Corrosion Resistance of Stainless Steel
Stainless steel at slightly elevated temperatures
The suitability of stainless steels for road constructions
Austenitic and duplex stainless steels used as construction materials
Corrosion properties of UNS S32101 – Reinforcement bar
A new lean duplex stainless steel for construction purposes
Weight optimisation in offshore construction
MIC on stainless steels in wastewater treatment plants
Stainless steel rebar
Utilization of the material strength for lower weight and cost with LDX 2101