EN10210 S355J2H hollow section inspection report

Product Overview of EN10210 S355J2H Hollow Section

EN10210 S355J2H hollow section steel tubes are hot-finished structural tubes widely used in load-bearing applications such as steel structures, bridges, and industrial facilities. Compared with ordinary structural tubes, this grade offers a yield strength of 355 MPa along with reliable impact performance at low temperatures, making it suitable for projects with higher safety and durability requirements.

At Union Steel Industry, this type of hollow section is frequently supplied to overseas engineering projects where both structural performance and dimensional stability are essential. In practical applications, beyond the material itself, consistency in size, wall thickness, and overall quality control plays a key role in ensuring smooth fabrication and installation.

Key Characteristics of EN10210 S355J2H Hollow Section

Standard: EN10210

Grade: S355J2H

Type: Square and rectangular hollow sections

Strength Level: ≥355 MPa yield strength

Advantage: Good weldability + high structural stability

Product Scope and Application Context

The combination of large section sizes + 16mm wall thickness indicates that these tubes are designed for:

Heavy load-bearing structures

Large-span steel frameworks

Industrial plant construction

Such applications require strict control over:

Section geometry

Wall thickness consistency

Surface condition for welding

Inspection Focus (Pre-Shipment Control)

Before shipment, Union Steel Industry conducted standard inspection procedures to ensure the batch meets project requirements.

1. Product Type Verification

Square and rectangular hollow sections confirmed

Sizes match order specifications

2. Dimensional Consistency

The supplied sizes:

300×200×16 mm

300×300×16 mm

500×300×16 mm

These belong to large-size structural hollow sections, where:

Wall thickness uniformity is critical

Section geometry affects load distribution

3. Surface and Appearance

From inspection records and product images:

Surface condition: Uniform and clean

No visible deformation or major defects

Suitable for structural welding and fabrication

4. Quantity and Weight Control

Total shipment weight: 258.63 tons

Suitable for break bulk vessel transport

Indicates large-scale project supply, not small batch delivery

Logistics and Delivery Details

Shipping Method: Break Bulk Vessel

Origin: Tianjin Port, China

Destination: Diliskelesi Port, Turkey

Break bulk shipping is typically used for:

Oversized steel structures

Heavy wall thickness tubes

Large-volume infrastructure materials

This aligns with the nature of EN10210 structural hollow sections in this project.

Project-Level Insight

This case reflects a typical export scenario handled by Union Steel Industry:

Multi-size structural tubes in one shipment

Large tonnage (200+ tons level)

International infrastructure application

Pre-shipment inspection documentation provided

For buyers, this demonstrates:

Capability in handling bulk structural steel supply

Experience with European standard EN10210

Ability to coordinate production + inspection + logistics

Conclusion

This EN10210 S355J2H hollow section steel tube inspection case reflects how Union Steel Industry supports large-scale structural projects through controlled production, verified inspection, and coordinated logistics. By combining standard compliance with real project data, the supply process ensures that the delivered materials meet both engineering and operational requirements.

FAQ

Q1: What is S355J2H mainly used for?
Structural applications such as buildings, bridges, and heavy frameworks.

Q2: Why use hollow section instead of solid steel?
Hollow sections provide high strength with lower weight and better structural efficiency.

Q3: What does “J2H” mean in S355J2H?
Indicates impact test at -20°C and suitability for hollow sections.

Q4: Is break bulk shipping common for this product?
Yes, especially for large-size and heavy structural steel tubes.