🏗 Steel That Builders Trust
In the fabrication yard, delays are costly.
In the construction site, material rejection is a disaster.
That’s why seasoned fabricators, contractors, and EPC teams prefer S235JR steel plate—a grade that balances strength, workability, and cost-efficiency for everything from storage tanks to bridge support frames.
S235JR is more than a number. It’s a workhorse steel grade that has become a staple in structural and general-purpose fabrication across India, UAE, Europe, and Africa.
🔍 What is S235JR? A Quick Recap for New Buyers
- Standard: EN 10025-2
- Grade Meaning: S = Structural, 235 = Min Yield (MPa), JR = Impact Tested @ Room Temp
- Type: Non-alloy structural carbon steel
- Origin: Mills like JSPL, SAIL, ArcelorMittal, Dillinger, and import stockists
- Usage: Frames, tanks, skids, sheds, columns, conveyor systems, etc.
🔧 Why It’s Ideal for Fabricators
| Feature | Benefit in Real Projects |
|---|---|
| Excellent weldability | No preheat needed for thin plates |
| Uniform mechanical strength | Better load distribution, low risk of failure |
| Easy to cut & bend | Lower fabrication time and cost |
| Readily available | No project hold-ups waiting for custom steel |
| Globally accepted grade | Accepted in UAE, Africa, EU – good for EPCs/OEMs |
🏭 Real Use Cases from Fabricators
Here’s how fabricators and builders are using S235JR every day:
- PEB Companies use it for base plates and truss structures
- Heavy Equipment OEMs fabricate chassis and brackets
- Water Tank Installers use it for shell walls and bottom plates
- Civil Contractors use it in walkway grids and anchor plates
- Port Infra Projects use it in bollards, crane support, ramps
📍We supply to all of them — with ready stock and value-added services.
❗ Why Other Grades Often Fail in Fabrication
| Wrong Grade | Typical Problem |
|---|---|
| IS2062 E250 | Good for domestic, but lacks global acceptance |
| ASTM A36 | Popular, but sometimes rejected in EU specs |
| Re-rolled steel | Inconsistent strength, poor weldability |
✅ S235JR is often the ideal middle-ground:
Accepted globally, cost-effective locally, and perfect for bending, welding, and cutting.
📞 Hindustan Steel Corporation – Trusted Plate Partner
For over 30 years, Hindustan Steel Corporation has supplied:
- ✅ 1000+ fabrication workshops
- ✅ 250+ infra & construction firms
- ✅ 50+ OEMs across 14 countries
We provide:
- 🔩 S235JR plates in 6mm to 120mm thickness
- 🔍 MTCs (EN 10204 3.1)
- 🔧 Cutting, bending, drilling on request
- 📦 Palletized packing + dispatch tracking
- 🌍 Export-ready documents (COO, invoice, HS code)
📩 Enquire for Stock or Quote →
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📏 Available Size Range for S235JR Plates
At Hindustan Steel Corporation, we keep ready stock of S235JR structural plates in the following dimensions:
| Parameter | Range |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 6mm to 120mm |
| Width | 1250mm / 1500mm / 2000mm / 2500mm |
| Length | 6000mm to 12000mm |
| Custom Cutting | CNC flame / plasma / waterjet available |
Need base plates of 24mm? Skid sheets of 10mm x 2500 x 8000mm?
We can supply cut-to-size, bevel-ready, weldable material.
🔗 Contact us for your drawing-based supply →
🔧 Fabricator-Ready Processing Options
You don’t need to send S235JR plates elsewhere.
We offer full in-house plate processing for fabricators and construction contractors:
- 🔩 CNC cutting – flame/plasma (with drawing or sketch)
- 🔨 Edge preparation / Beveling for welding
- 🔫 Shot blasting (SA 2.5) for rust removal
- 🎨 Primer coating – red oxide or zinc silicate
- 💧 Oil coating – for rust protection in transit
- 📦 Palletized bundle packing for export & site delivery
All value-added services are done under quality check & documentation — including marking and photographic proof if needed.
📄 What Documents You Get With Your Order
Every steel plate buyer — especially EPCs and export clients — needs traceability.
Here’s the full documentation bundle you receive:
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Mill Test Certificate (EN 10204 3.1) | Verifies chemical + mechanical properties |
| Packing List | Weight and plate tally |
| Invoice | GST or Export-compliant |
| HSN Code / HS Code | 7208.51.00 for carbon steel plates |
| Certificate of Origin (COO) | Needed for export clearance |
| Third-Party Inspection (Optional) | SGS, BV, or client-nominated body |
Each plate is stamped with grade, heat number, and thickness — ensuring 100% traceability to your project audit or inspection file.
📌 Export-focused buyers get:
- Palletized packing
- Shrink wrapping (on request)
- Seaworthy oil-coating
- Container stuffing photos
- Dispatch updates via WhatsApp
📐 Technical Properties Recap – Why Fabricators Love It
| Parameter | S235JR Value |
|---|---|
| Yield Strength | ≥ 235 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 360–510 MPa |
| Elongation | Min 26% |
| Impact Resistance | ≥ 27J at +20°C |
| Weldability | Excellent – no preheat needed (thin sections) |
| Flatness | As per EN 10029 tolerance |
✅ Compatible with MIG, TIG, SMAW
✅ Easy to bend, drill, roll, and punch
✅ Certified by all major EPCs and consultants
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🏗 Real-World Applications of S235JR in Fabrication & Construction
Buyers across India, UAE, Europe, and Africa use S235JR steel plates in dozens of real-world applications every day. Here are some practical examples:
🏢 1. Pre-Engineered Building (PEB) Frames
- Use: Base plates, stiffeners, gussets, end plates
- Reason: Easy to weld, clean surface finish, consistent strength
- Client Profile: Medium PEB company in Ahmedabad sourcing 12mm and 16mm plates
🏗 2. Bridge & Highway Infrastructure
- Use: Brackets, truss segments, bearing plates
- Reason: Structural integrity + traceable MTC for consultant audits
- Client Profile: EPC infra contractor in Maharashtra building toll bridges
⚙️ 3. Machinery Base & Skid Fabrication
- Use: Support skids, compressor base frames
- Reason: Works well with oxy-cutting, drilling & edge prep
- Client Profile: OEM exporter in Pune serving GCC markets
🛢 4. Storage Tank Shells
- Use: Tank base plates, conical heads, cylindrical sides
- Reason: Good forming capacity and excellent weldability
- Client Profile: Tank fabricator in Jebel Ali sourcing 8mm–20mm plates
🧱 5. Construction Support Plates
- Use: Grating supports, embedded base plates, crane rails
- Reason: Low-cost, high-availability material with global spec compliance
- Client Profile: Dubai-based MEP contractor
🧠 Common Buyer Pain Points – And How We Solve Them
| Buyer Frustration | ✅ Our Solution |
|---|---|
| Delayed delivery & missed shutdowns | 6–48 hour dispatch from Mumbai warehouse |
| No mill test certificate / project failure | 100% MTC with heat number traceability |
| Rusted plates or poor surface finish | Shot-blasted or oil-coated ready stock |
| Non-responsive suppliers post-PO | Dedicated WhatsApp support & photo proof |
| Incomplete export documentation | COO, Invoice, Packing List, HS code, photos |
📣 Buyer FAQs
Q1: What thicknesses of S235JR plate are suitable for fabrication?
A1: Most fabricators use 6mm to 50mm for frames, tanks, and base structures. We stock up to 120mm.
Q2: Can S235JR be welded without preheating?
A2: Yes, for thicknesses below 25mm. It has excellent weldability and works with all welding processes.
Q3: Is S235JR accepted in export projects to UAE or Europe?
A3: Yes. It complies with EN 10025-2 and is commonly used in EU and GCC infrastructure projects.
Q4: What processing can I get before dispatch?
A4: CNC cutting, beveling, shot-blasting, primer/oil coating, and palletized packing are all available.
Q5: What documents do I receive with my order?
A5: MTC 3.1, invoice, packing list, COO (for export), and optional inspection reports.
📞 Ready to Source S235JR Plates for Your Next Project?
At Hindustan Steel Corporation, we don’t just sell steel —
We support fabricators, contractors, and OEMs with:
- 🛠 Mill-certified material (MTC 3.1)
- ⚙️ Processing: cutting, bending, blasting, painting
- 📦 Palletized, shrink-wrapped export-ready packing
- 📄 Documentation for EPC, export & QA audits
- 🚚 Fast delivery across India & overseas
📩 Talk to Us Today
✅ Get a quote now: https://hindustansteel.com/contact-us/
📞 WhatsApp: +91-9820944724
📧 Email: sales@hindustansteel.com