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Premium Galvanized Iron (GI) - Superior Corrosion Protection & Durability
Combat the relentless forces of corrosion and extend the lifespan of your projects with our high-quality Galvanized Iron (GI). Engineered for superior protection, our GI products feature a robust zinc coating, safeguarding the underlying steel from rust, abrasion, and the elements. Ideal for a vast range of industrial, commercial, agricultural, and residential applications, our Galvanized Iron offers unmatched reliability and long-term value.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Unrivaled Corrosion Resistance: The zinc coating acts as a sacrificial barrier, protecting the steel even if the surface is scratched or slightly damaged. This prevents rust formation, significantly extending the material's lifespan.
- Exceptional Durability: Combining the inherent strength and rigidity of steel with the protective qualities of zinc, our GI products are built to withstand harsh environments, impacts, and heavy loads.
- Low Maintenance: Reduces the need for frequent painting, repair, or replacement, leading to substantial savings in time and labor over the product's life cycle.
- Versatile Applications: Available in various forms, sizes, and gauges, making it suitable for a wide array of uses from structural components to decorative elements.
- Cost-Effective in the Long Run: While the initial investment may be slightly higher than uncoated steel, the extended lifespan, reduced maintenance, and superior performance of GI deliver significant long-term savings.
- Self-Healing Properties: In the event of minor scratches or cuts that expose the underlying steel, the surrounding zinc acts as a galvanic anode, sacrificing itself to protect the exposed steel.
- Aesthetic Finish: Available with a distinctive spangled (crystalline) or smooth finish, offering both robust protection and a unique visual appeal.
- Formability & Workability: Despite its protective coating, Galvanized Iron remains highly formable and can be easily cut, bent, welded (with proper precautions), and fabricated to meet specific project requirements.
Technical Specifications:
- Material: High-grade steel substrate (e.g., mild steel, structural steel, commercial quality steel).
- Coating Process: Primarily Hot-Dip Galvanizing (HDG) conforming to stringent industry standards. Electro-galvanizing also available for specific applications requiring a thinner, more uniform coating.
- Zinc Coating Thickness/Weight:
- Available in various coating weights (e.g., G30, G60, G90, G115 for ASTM standards; Z275, Z350, Z450 for European standards) to suit different environmental conditions and longevity requirements.
- Common ranges from 1.0 to 2.5 oz/ft² (300 to 750 g/m²) total for both sides.
- Available Forms:
- Sheets: Flat sheets for general fabrication, roofing, and cladding.
- Coils: For continuous processing and roll-forming applications.
- Strips: Narrow widths for specific manufacturing needs.
- Pipes & Tubes: For plumbing, structural frameworks, and conduit.
- Wires: For fencing, mesh, and agricultural uses.
- Plates & Structural Shapes: For heavier structural applications (less common for GI sheet but important for the broader GI category).
- Thickness/Gauge: Ranging from thin gauges (e.g., 30 gauge / 0.3mm) for lightweight cladding to heavy gauges (e.g., 10 gauge / 3.4mm) for structural components.
- Widths & Lengths: Customizable to project specifications, with standard widths typically ranging from 914mm to 1500mm and lengths up to 6000mm, or continuous in coils.
- Standards: Conforming to international quality standards such as:
- ASTM A653/A653M (Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process)
- EN 10346 (Continuously hot-dip coated steel flat products)
- JIS G3302 (Hot-dip galvanized steel sheets and coils)
- ISO 1461 (Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles)
- Surface Finish:
- Regular Spangle: The natural, visible crystalline pattern formed during solidification of the zinc.
- Minimized Spangle: A smaller, less prominent spangle produced by altering the cooling process.
- Zero Spangle (Smooth/Skin-Passed): A very smooth, uniform surface achieved through skin-passing, ideal for painting or critical aesthetic applications.
- Oil/Passivation: Available with anti-fingerprint coating, oiling, or chromate passivation for enhanced protection during transit and storage.
Common Applications:
- Construction: Roofing sheets, wall cladding, HVAC ductwork, purlins, gutters, downspouts, ceiling grids, door frames, fencing, guardrails, agricultural buildings.
- Agriculture: Silos, grain bins, animal enclosures, farm gates, irrigation components, greenhouse structures.
- Infrastructure: Street signs, lighting poles, cable trays, utility boxes, pedestrian bridges, highway barriers.
- Manufacturing: Appliance casings, automotive parts (certain non-exposed components), outdoor furniture, industrial machinery parts, storage tanks.
- General Fabrication: Toolboxes, sheds, garage doors, custom enclosures, and various DIY projects where weather resistance is crucial.
Why Choose Our Galvanized Iron?
- Quality Assurance: We source only premium-grade steel and employ stringent quality control measures throughout the galvanizing process to ensure consistent coating thickness, adhesion, and material integrity.
- Extensive Inventory: A wide range of sizes, gauges, and coating types are readily available in stock, ensuring prompt delivery and meeting urgent project demands.
- Custom Fabrication: We offer precision cutting, slitting, shearing, and forming services to deliver products precisely tailored to your specifications, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency.
- Expert Support: Our knowledgeable team is ready to provide technical assistance, helping you select the ideal GI solution for your specific application and environmental conditions.
- Competitive Pricing: Delivering exceptional value without compromising on the superior quality and performance you expect from premium Galvanized Iron.
Ordering Information & Call to Action:
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Note: Specifications are subject to change and may vary based on product form, manufacturing process, and specific order requirements. Please consult with our sales team for precise details and customized solutions.