News - Professional Guide to Purchasing Steel Structures for Industrial and Infrastructure Projects

2025 — Royal Steel Group, a global supplier of structural steel and engineering solutions, has released a new set of purchasing guidelines aimed at helping international buyers reduce risks and improve efficiency when sourcing steel structure materials and fabricated components for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

That with the continued growth of warehouse construction, logistics hubs, renewable energy facilities, and heavy industrial plants, global demand for high-quality structural steel remains strong. As a result, procurement standards and engineering compliance have become a key focus for developers and contractors.

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Clear Design Standards and Material Specifications Are the Foundation

According to Royal Steel Group’s technical team, buyers must first ensure that project drawings, load calculations, material grades, and engineering standards are clearly defined before entering the procurement phase.
Common standards include ASTM (USA), EN (Europe), GB (China), JIS (Japan), and AS/NZS (Australia).

The company emphasizes that early alignment on engineering codes significantly reduces redesign, manufacturing delays, and compliance issues during installation.

Quality Certification and Traceability Remain Top Priorities

The report highlights that steel material quality continues to be the most critical factor affecting project safety. Buyers are advised to request:

Mill Test Certificates (MTC)

Mechanical property data

Welding consumable compatibility

Third-party inspections such as SGS, TUV, BV

Royal Steel Group states that global projects increasingly require full traceability from raw materials to final fabrication, especially in public infrastructure, petrochemical, and energy facilities.

Fabrication Accuracy and Welding Standards Drive Installation Efficiency

The company notes that modern steel structure fabrication relies heavily on automated processes, including CNC cutting, beam assembly lines, submerged arc welding, and advanced shot-blasting systems.

Industries with strict reliability requirements—such as logistics warehouses, port terminals, and heavy equipment workshops—are increasingly specifying welding standards such as AWS D1.1, ISO 3834, and EN 1090.

Royal Steel Group reports that demand for automated fabrication continues to rise as global contractors seek tighter tolerances and shorter installation cycles.

Corrosion Protection Becomes Essential in Harsh Environments

For coastal, tropical, or industrial locations, corrosion resistance has become a decisive factor in material selection.
The company advises buyers to evaluate:

Shot-blasting grade (Sa 2.5)

Multilayer coating systems

Hot-dip galvanizing requirements

Weathering steel options (Corten)

Demand for corrosion-resistant structural steel has significantly increased across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.

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Logistics Planning Impacts Total Project Cost

Due to component size and weight, international steel structure shipments require precise logistics coordination.
Royal Steel Group notes that standardized packaging, part numbering, and container optimization can reduce both shipping costs and on-site installation time.

The company increasingly offers integrated logistics services—combining fabrication, container loading, and shipping management—to meet the needs of cross-border construction projects.

Installation Support and Documentation Improve On-Site Efficiency

Global contractors are placing greater emphasis on complete documentation, including:

General arrangement drawings

Detailed workshop drawings

Component lists and BOM

On-site technical guidance

Royal Steel Group’s engineering team reports that requests for overseas installation support and full-system supply (steel members + roof panels + fasteners) have grown steadily in recent years.

Installation Support and Documentation Improve On-Site Efficiency

Global contractors are placing greater emphasis on complete documentation, including:

General arrangement drawings

Detailed workshop drawings

Component lists and BOM

On-site technical guidance

About Royal Steel Group

Royal Steel Group is a global steel supplier serving more than 60 countries. The company provides structural steel, sheet piles, steel pipes, H-beams, fabricated steel components, and customized engineering solutions. Its products comply with international standards including ASTM, EN, GB, ISO, and it offers complete material certification, third-party inspection, and worldwide logistics support.

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Post time: Dec-09-2025