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High-Strength ASTM A572 U-Type Steel Sheet Piles – Durable & Reliable for Marine & Construction Projects
| Type | U-shape Steel Sheet Pile |
| Standard | ASTM A572 U-Type Steel Sheet Piles |
| Certificates | ASTM A572, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO18001, CE, FPC, SGS |
| Width | 400mm / 15.75 in; 600mm / 23.62 in |
| Height | 100mm / 3.94 in – 225mm / 8.86 in |
| Thickness | 9.4mm / 0.37 in – 19mm / 0.75 in |
| Length | 6m–24m (9m, 12m, 15m, 18m standard; custom lengths available) |
| Processing Service | Cutting, punching, or custom machining |
| Available Dimensions | Larssen III, Larssen IV, Larssen VI |
| Interlock Types | Larssen interlock, hot-rolled interlock, cold-rolled interlock |
| Structural Standards | Americas: AISC Design Standard; Southeast Asia: JIS Engineering Standard |
| Item | Section Size (Width × Depth) | Thickness | Unit Weight | Standard Lengths | Typical Applications |
| Larssen III | 400 mm × 125 mm | 10.5 mm | 60 kg/m | 6 m, 9 m, 12 m | Light excavation support, small cofferdams, drainage works |
| Larssen IV | 500 mm × 200 mm | 10.5 mm | 76.1 kg/m | 9 m, 12 m, 15 m | River training, medium cofferdams, port & harbor structures |
| Larssen VI | 600 mm × 210 mm | 13.4 mm | 106 kg/m | 12 m, 15 m, 18 m | Deep foundation excavation, heavy retaining walls, bridge cofferdams |
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1. Steel Selection
Choose high-quality structural steel to meet strength and durability requirements.
2. Heating
Heat billets/slabs to ~1,200°C for optimal malleability.
3. Hot Rolling
Roll steel into precise U-type profiles using rolling mills.
4. Cooling
Cool naturally or in water to achieve desired mechanical properties.
5. Straightening & Cutting
Straighten profiles and cut to standard or custom lengths.
6. Quality Inspection
Check dimensions, mechanical properties, and visual quality.
7. Surface Treatment (Optional)
Apply galvanizing, painting, or rust-proofing if required.
8. Packaging & Shipping
Bundle, protect, and prepare for safe transport to project sites.
Port and Dock Protection: U-shaped sheet piles provide robust resistance against water pressure and ship collisions, ideal for ports, docks, and other marine structures.
River and Flood Control: Widely used for riverbank reinforcement, dredging support, dikes, and flood protection walls to ensure waterway stability.
Foundation and Excavation Engineering: Serve as reliable retaining walls and support structures for basements, tunnels, and deep foundation pits.
Industrial and Hydraulic Engineering: Applied in hydropower plants, pumping stations, pipelines, culverts, bridge piers, and water-sealing projects, offering strong structural integrity.
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Steel Sheet Pile Packaging & Handling/Transport Specifications
Packaging Requirements
Strapping
Steel sheet piles are bundled together, with each bundle firmly fastened using metal or plastic strapping to ensure structural integrity during handling.
End Protection
To avoid damage to bundle ends, they are either wrapped in heavy-duty plastic sheeting or capped with wooden guards—effectively shielding against impacts, scratches, or deformation.
Rust Protection
All bundles undergo anti-rust treatment: options include coating with anti-corrosive oil or full encapsulation in waterproof plastic film, which prevents oxidation and preserves material quality during storage and transit.
Handling & Transportation Protocols
Loading
Bundles are safely hoisted onto trucks or shipping containers using industrial cranes or forklifts, with strict adherence to load-bearing limits and balance guidelines to avoid tipping or damage.
Transit Stability
Bundles are stacked in a stable configuration and further secured (e.g., with additional strapping or blocking) to eliminate shifting, collision, or displacement during transportation—critical for preventing both product damage and safety hazards.
Unloading
Upon arrival at the construction site, bundles are carefully unloaded and positioned for immediate deployment, streamlining workflow and minimizing on-site handling delays.
Stable cooperation with shipping companies such as MSK, MSC, COSCO efficiently logistics service chain, logistics service chain are we to your satisfaction.
We follow the standards of quality management system ISO9001 in all procedure, and have strict control from packaging material purchase to transport vehicle scheduling.
1. What is ASTM A572 U-Type Sheet Pile?
High-strength steel pile with U-shaped profile for retaining walls, seawalls, and foundation works.
2. What sizes and lengths are available?
Standard U-types with lengths 6–18 m, widths 400–900 mm; custom sizes available on request.
3. What is the mechanical performance?
Yield strength 345 MPa (Grade 50), excellent durability and corrosion resistance for marine and civil projects.
4. Can they be cut, welded, or coated?
Yes. Easy to cut, weld, and apply surface treatments like galvanizing or painting.
5. How is delivery and quality assurance?
Factory stock ready for fast shipment (7–15 days), with mill test reports (MTC) for all batches.
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