ArcelorMittal International

Structural Shapes
Sales Program and Product Information

Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Production Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ASTM Standard Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
HISTAR / ASTM A913 in the Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Benefits of HISTAR / ASTM A913 Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Applications of HISTAR / ASTM A913 Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
ASTM A913 Steel Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) . . . . . 10
Section Availability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
A913 HISTAR References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

ArcelorMittal International
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#1 Producer of Structural Shapes

ArcelorMittal is
the worlds leading
steel and mining
company and the
largest importer of
wide-flange beams
in the United
States a market
which it has served
for more than 80
years. Our total
steel production
of 97.2-million tons in 2012, represents
six percent of world steel output and ranks
us first in the world for steel production.
ArcelorMittal employs 245,000 individuals
across 60 countries, including more than
36,000 in North America.

As the leading global provider of
structural steel shapes, ArcelorMittal
produces steel that is used in buildings
around the world, from tall towers to petrol
refineries, from airports to railway stations
and from shopping malls to residential

houses. Our annual sales of structural shapes

exceed five and a half million tons and make
us the European leader in the production
of structural and piling sections. Our mill
in Differdange, Luxembourg rolled the first
parallel wide flange shape in the world in
1902 and the first 40-inch deep beam in
1911. In 1979, we introduced Tailor-Made
beams (WTM), which were praised by both
structural engineers and fabricators as a cost
effective alternative to built-up sections
and concrete. Today, ArcelorMittal offers
the largest range of shapes in the world
including W14 x 16 columns weighing up to
873 lbs/ft and several W44 x 16 sections.

In 1990, ArcelorMittal introduced highstrength, low-alloy HISTAR steel to the world
market. Initially available in only Grades 50
and 65, the range of HISTAR was expanded
in 2011 to include Grade 70. Conforming
to ASTM A913 in the United States, HISTAR
steel Grades 50 and 65 are approved by all
major United States structural design and
fabrication codes: AISC (ASD, LRFD and
Seismic); IBC; AWS; and FEMA/SAC. The
sections produced by ArcelorMittal using
A913 steel have superior characteristics,
including high yield strengths, excellent
toughness and outstanding weldability. In
addition, they are available without paying a
price premium over our A992 or A572/50
steels.

A913 steel is perfect for gravity
columns, long span trusses, strong column
/ weak beam seismic designs and short
or medium spans where deflection is not a
concern. Later in this program, you will find
an extensive list of prominent projects on
which A913 steel has been specified.

Popular sizes available

in HISTAR A913

AOB in Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg

1 | Structural Shapes

W14 x 90 132
W14 x 145 873
W36 x 150 387
W36 x 231 925
W40 x 167 392
W40 x 199 655
W44 x 230 335

Production Process of Shapes

ISO 9001 Certified Quality

As the worlds leading manufacturer of

steel beams, ArcelorMittal offers engineers
and fabricators innovative, competitive
and sustainable solutions that are fully
compatible with the use of other materials.
Our electrical steelworks comply with
the strictest environmental criteria, and
our products meet all of the construction
sectors technological requirements.

ArcelorMittal structural shapes
are produced in modern minimills using

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100 percent scrap as raw material. The

below schematic diagram shows the
production process, which consists of
three main operations: melting, casting
and rolling. To begin production, the
scrap material is melted in highly efficient
and environmentally friendly electric arc
furnaces. The steel is then refined in a ladle
furnace, and its temperature and chemistry
is regulated before the casting process. In a
continuous castor, the steel is solidified to a

semi-finished product called a beam blank.

After casting, the beam blanks are directly
reheated to rolling temperature or stocked
for later rolling. The rolling mills typically have
one break-down stand and two or three
universal rolling stands to shape the product
to its final dimensions. Finally, the profiles are
cooled, cut to length, inspected, marked and
bundled before shipment to our customers.

ASTM Standard Specifications

HISTAR grades meet
the specifications of
ASTM A913
A913/A913M - 11
1.1. This specification covers high-strength low-alloy structural steel shapes in Grades 50 [345], 65 [450] and 70 [485], produced by the
quenching and self-tempering process (QST). The shapes are intended for riveted, bolted or welded construction of bridges, buildings and
other structures.

Table 1 Chemical Requirements

Table 2 Tensile Requirements

Element

Grade

Carbon
Manganese
Phosphorus
Sulfur
Silicon
Copper
Nickel
Chromium
Molybdenum
Columbium
Vanadium

Maximum content in %
Grade 50

Grade 65

Grade 70

0.12
1.60
0.040
0.030
0.40
0.45
0.25
0.25
0.07
0.05
0.06

0.16
1.60
0.030
0.030
0.40
0.35
0.25
0.25
0.07
0.05
0.08

0.16
1.60
0.040
0.030
0.40
0.45
0.25
0.25
0.07
0.05
0.09

50
65
70

Yield Point,
min.

Tensile
Strength, min.

Elongation, min.

(ksi)

(ksi)

8-inch, %

2-inch, %

50
65
70

65
80
90

18
15
14

21
17
16

Designers can also request the Charpy V-notch (CVN)

results below, often referred to as Supplement 2

6.2 Charpy V-notch tests shall be made in accordance with

Specification A673/A673M, Frequency H:

6.2.1 The test results of full-size specimens shall meet an

average value of 40 ft-lbf at 70F.

SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS

The following special supplementary requirements should be considered for

seismic applications.

S75. Maximum Yield Point to Tensile Strength Ratio Grade

50 [345]:
S75.1 The maximum yield point shall be 65 [450] ksi.
S75.2 The maximum yield to tensile ratio shall be 0.85.
These requirements help the designer control the formation of the plastic
hinge during an earthquake using the strong column - weak beam concept.

A6/A6M 12
S30.1 For shapes with a flange thickness equal to or greater than 1

inches that are specified in the purchase order to be tested in accordance

with this supplementary requirement, Charpy V-notch impact tests shall
be conducted in accordance with Specification A673/A673M, using
specimens taken from the alternate core location. Unless otherwise
specified in the purchase order, the minimum average absorbed energy for
each test shall be 20 ft-lbf and the test temperature shall be 70F.

Alternate Core Location

Standard Flange Location of
CVN Specimens: 1/6 flange
width, 1/4 flange thickness

S77. Reduced Sulfur Grade 65 [450]:

S77.1 The Grade 65 [450] shall be furnished with a

maximum sulfur of 0.010 percent. This may be desirable

in material subjected to high through-thickness stresses.
Alternate Core Location of
CVN Specimens: 1/2 flange
width, 1/4 flange thickness

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HISTAR / ASTM A913 in the Codes

AISC 360-10 Specification for Structural Steel Buildings
ASTM A913 has been an approved specification with AISC since
the publication of LRFD Specification for Structural Steel B
uildings
in 1999. The approval came in a letter ballot of the Specifications
Committee in July 1995 and was confirmed at its meeting in
November 1995. ASTM A913 (including all grades) is still included
as an approved specification under A3.1a of the Specification for
Structural Steel Buildings dated June 22, 2010. This includes both
ASD and LRFD design methods.

AISC 341-10 Seismic Provisions for Structural Steel

Buildings

Section A3.1, the Seismic Provisions for Structural Steel Buildings

allows ASTM A913 Grades 50 and 65 for use in seismic force
resisting systems and states that the specified minimum yield stress
of structural steel shall not exceed 65 ksi (450 MPa) for columns
in systems defined in Sections E3, E4, G3, H1, H2 and H3, and for
columns in all systems in Chapter F. ASTM A913 Grade 70 can be
used at the engineers discretion.

AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code

AWS D1.1 (2010) lists ASTM A913 Grades 50 and 65 as

prequalified steels. In accordance with Table 3.2 of the structural
welding code AWS D1.1, ASTM A913 Grades 50 and 65 are
weldable without preheating (minimum 32F) when welded with low
hydrogen electrodes (H8).

FEMA 350 and 353

FEMA-350 (July 2000) Recommended Seismic Design Criteria for

New Steel Moment-Frame Buildings approves and recommends the
use of ASTM A913 Grades (Chapter 2.6.1). FEMA-353 (July 2000)
Recommended Specifications and Quality Assurance Guidelines
for Steel Moment-Frame Construction for Seismic Applications
approves and recommends the use of ASTM A913 Grades (Chapter
2.1c)

IBC 2012

By reference to AISC 360-10, the use of ASTM A913 steel is

approved by the 2012 IBC, Section 2205.1

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Benefits of HISTAR / ASTM A913 Steel

Weldability

ASTM A913 Grades 50, 65 and 70 have

a guaranteed maximum carbon equivalent
(CE%) of 0.38, 0.43 and 0.45 percents. In
most cases, these low maximum CE% values
allow A913 grades to be welded without
preheating.

In accordance with AWS D1.1, all shapes
in A913 Grades 50 and 65 are weldable
without preheating (minimum 32F) when
welded with low hydrogen electrodes (H8).
For welding large material thicknesses in
highly restrained conditions, preheating may
be necessary. For base metal temperatures
below 32F, AWS D1.1 requires preheating
to 70F. AWS D1.1 also specifies that if
electrodes have a higher level of hydrogen
than 8ml/100g, A913 Grades 50 and 65 are
to be welded like ASTM A572 Grades 50 and
65, with preheating.

Toughness

The guaranteed minimum toughness of all ASTM A913 steel grades

is 40 ft-lbs at 70F at the flange location. Upon agreement material
can be supplied with Charpy V-Notch tests down to -58F at
additional cost.

Typical statistical distribution

of Charpy V-Notch values
CVN test
at 32F

HISTAR A913
Grade 50

HISTAR A913
Grade 65

(ft-lbf)

(ft-lbf)

136
24
76
190

141
28
64
266

Average
Standard deviation
Minimum
Maximum

No Extra Charge

ArcelorMittal provides its ASTM A913 steel without a price premium over our A992 or A572/50 steels. Therefore, users
reap all the benefits of this material without an added cost. A comparison of A913, A992 and A572 steels follows:

40 ft-lbf CVN min @ 70F

Weldable without Preheating
Max Sulfur %
Max Carbon %
Max CE %
Max Yield
Max Yield to Tensile Ratio

A913 Gr. 70

A913 Gr.65

A913 Gr.50

A992

A572 Gr. 50

Yes
TBD***
0.03%
0.16%
0.45%
No Max
No Max

Yes
Yes*
0.03%
0.16%
0.43%
No Max
No Max

Yes
Yes*
0.03%
0.12%
0.38%
65 ksi**
0.85**

No
No
0.045%
0.23%
0.45% / 0.47%
65ksi
0.85

No
No
0.050%
0.23%
No Max
No Max
No Max

* Per AWS D1.1 a minimum temperature of 32 F and the use of a low hydrogen electrode (H8) are required.
Preheat might be necessary with higher hydrogen content and with highly restrained connections.
** S75 available upon request at no additional charge
*** Not yet approved, qualification test should be done as per AWS D1.1

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Benefits of HISTAR / ASTM A913 Steel

Savings when compared to Grade 50 material:

A913 Grade 70 allowed for a reduction of four footweights

26 percent weight savings
26 percent cost savings
A913 Grade 65 allowed for a reduction of three footweights
20 percent weight savings
20 percent cost savings

100%

80%

A992
W14 x 500

74%

A913 Gr.65
W14 x 398

Effective length = 11.5 feet

Comparison of size, weight and cost between Grade 50 steel and

A913 Grades 65 and 70 based on same design load requirements.

Weight

Effective length = 14.8 feet

Columns

Weight

Cost

A913 Gr.70
W14 x 370

Coverplated Columns

Comparison of size, weight and fabrication cost between Grade

50 steel column, with coverplate, and A913 Grades 65 and 70
based on same design load requirements.

Savings when compared to Grade 50 material:

A913 Grade 70 allowed for removal of the coverplate thereby

saving weight and simplifying fabrication
23 percent weight savings
46 percent fabrication cost savings
A913 Grade 65 allowed for removal of the coverplate thereby
saving weight and simplifying fabrication
15 percent weight savings
46 percent fabrication cost savings

Trusses

Comparison of size, weight, weld volume and cost between

Grade 50 steel and A913 Grades 65 and 70 based on same
design load requirements.

100%

85%

77%
54%

54%

A992
W14 x 16 x 730
+1 3/8 inch plates

A913 Gr.65
W14 x 16 x 808

Relative Weight
Relative Cost
Weld Volume
100%

Savings when compared to Grade 50 material:

A913 Grade 70 allowed for a reduction of four footweights

27 percent weight savings
27 percent cost savings
41 percent savings in weld material
A913 Grade 65 allowed for a reduction of three footweights
20 percent weight savings
20 percent cost savings
31 percent savings in weld material

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A913 Gr.70
W14 x 16 x 730

A992
W14 x 426

80%
80%
69%

73%
73%
59%

A913 Gr.65
W14 x 342

A913 Gr.70
W14 x 311

Fabrication
costs

Applications of HISTAR / ASTM A913 Steel

Strong Column - Weak Beam
Concept for Seismic Resisting Moment Frame Structures
In 1989, ArcelorMittal was awarded a
patent for the Reduced Beam Section
(RBS) or dog-bone connection. This
connection is easily performed in the
fabrication shop and results in the removal
of a portion of the beams flange material
at its connection to supports. Design of
such a connection became more critical
after the 1994 Northridge earthquake,
which exposed several seismic design
deficiencies. A number of steel momentframe buildings experienced brittle fractures
of beam-to-column connections as a result
of the earthquake. Upon study, the SAC

Joint Venture, under contract by FEMA,

developed the strong column weak beam
design concept. When used in conjunction
with ArcelorMittals RBS connection, which
was released from patent in 1995, this
design concept can facilitate a shift of the
plastic deformation from the column to
the beam during an earthquake, thereby
preventing the connection between the
column and the beam from experiencing
inelastic deformations. The method was
successfully tested by AISC and was included
in the FEMA 350 and 353 documents.

As a result of the construction industrys

RBS
RBS after Seismic Test

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shift away from ASTM A36 to Grade 50

steel, it is often necessary to use higher
strength steel in the design of columns.
Using ASTM A913 Grades 65 or 70 for
column shapes and A913 Grade 50 (with
a maximum yield point of 65 ksi) for
beams, coupled with the RBS, offers the
most economical solution to seismic design
available today. In addition, replacing A992
with higher yield A913 can lower material
weight and cost, strengthen connections,
reduce or eliminate stiffeners in the panel
zone and reduce or eliminate the need for
doubler plates.

Applications of HISTAR / ASTM A913 Steel

When it is necessary to preheat the weld area

A major advantage of ASTM A913 versus A992 or A572 is that

A913 Grades 50 and 65 generally do not need to be preheated
before welding. Since ArcelorMittal does not charge a premium
for A913 steel versus A992 or A572, you can achieve significant
savings on welding costs. Even when a project is not suited for
A913 Grades 65 or 70 material, A913 Grade 50 still offers the no
preheat welding advantage.

AWS D1.1 (2010) Table 3.2

Minimum Preheat Temperatures
HISTAR
Thickness

A913**

A992

A572

1/8 - 3/4
3/4 - 1 1/2
1 1/2 - 2 1/2
over 2 1/2

32F*
32F*
32F*
32F*

32F
50F
150F
225F

32F
50F
150F
225F

Safeco Field, Seattle, WA

2800 MT A913 Grade 65

* If welded with electrodes capable of depositing weld metal with a maximum
diffusible hydrogen content of 8 ml/100g (H8), otherwise to be preheated like
ASTM A572/50 and A992.
** currently only includes A913 Grades 50 and 65

When deflection is not a concern

If the design of an element is governed by a yield problem, increasing the yield of this element normally enables the designer to choose a
smaller size, thereby reducing the weight. However, if the design is governed by deflection or a vibration problem the design depends only on
the stiffness or the inertia and not on the yield.

The weight savings for column applications have historically been between 15 and 25 percent. For long-span trusses the savings are
often as high as 30 percent. In addition to steel weight savings, the fabrication, transportation, handling, erection and foundation costs of the
structure are also reduced. Particularly for heavy shapes the welding time and costs are reduced as thinner members reduce the weld volume
and ASTM A913 grades generally do not need to be preheated before welding allowing considerable savings of time and energy.

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Applications of HISTAR / ASTM A913 Steel

Gravity Columns for High-Rise Buildings

When design is not governed by drift or vibration problems, the use

of ASTM A913 Grades 65 and 70 in gravity columns with normal
buckling lengths (typically less than 15 ft) enables the engineer
to reduce the weight and the cost of their structures. The steel
weight of the columns can typically be reduced by 10 to 25 percent.
Recent projects where A913 Grade 65 was used for gravity columns
include One World Trade Center in New York and the Shanghai World
Financial Center in China.

Long-Span Trusses

The best use of A913 Grades 65 or 70 is in tension members, such

as the typical bottom chord of a truss, or in compression members
with short buckling lengths. The use of A913 Grades 65 or 70 in
trusses can generally result in a 25 percent reduction in weight
compared to Grade 50 steel. This reduction in weight is a function
of the total span-length and the importance of dead loads on the
design. High-yield A913 grades have resulted in savings on several
high-profile stadium projects with retractable roofs, high-rise
buildings featuring long-span transfer trusses and hangar facilities
with roofs supported by trusses, such as the Boeing Assembly Hall,
which features a 354-foot-long spanning roof and saw a weight
reduction of 28 percent when A913 Grade 65 was used in lieu of
Grade 50 steel.

Seismic Design / Moment Frames / Strong Column Weak Beam

The use of ASTM A913 steel allows the engineer to design a

moment-frame structure with the economical strong column
weak beam concept commonly used on the West Coast. A913
Grade 65 is the only steel grade with a yield point above 50 ksi that
is included in the AISC Seismic Provisions for use in the columns of
moment-frame structures in seismic zones.

Bridge Girders

When the design of a bridge is not governed by a deflection problem,

usually the case for light loads and/or for short spans, the use of
A913 Grades 65 or 70 enables engineers to reduce the weight and
the cost of the structure. In addition, the use of A913 Grades 50
and 65 make it possible for the fabricator to weld the steel without
preheating (minimum 32F with low-hydrogen electrodes).
3000 MT A913 Grade 65

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ASTM A913 Steel Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the availability of A913?

ASTM A913 is available in grades 50, 65 and

70 with delivery approximately 6 to 8 weeks
after rolling (add 2 weeks for West Coast
ports).

Are all shapes available in A913?

The individual sizes available in A913 are also

listed on page 13.
W14 x 90 132*
W14 x 145 873*
W24 x 84 370
W27 x 102 129
W30 x 108 148
W33 x 130 169
W36 x 150 387,*
W36 x 231 925*
W40 x 167 392
W40 x 199 655
W44 x 230 335
HP 10 x 57
HP 12 x 74 89
HP 14 x 89 117
Upon agreement:
W12 x 65 230
W27 x 146 539

W36 x 286, 318, 350, 387

* most popular shapes

Is there a premium for A913?

There is no premium. Our A913 Grades 50,

65 and 70 cost the same as our A992 and
A572 Grade 50.

What lengths are available?

Lengths of 30 to 60 feet are standard.

Other lengths may be available subject to
agreement.

Are heavy plates available in A913?

No. However, heavy plates in Grades 50,

65 and higher are available in other material
specifications.

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What are the design rules for

columns, beams and connections
in A913

A913 is a referenced standard in AISC

360-10 Specification for Structural Steel
Buildings, AISC 341-10 Seismic Provisions
for Structural Steel Buildings, IBC and FEMA.

Why is toughness of A913 superior

to hot-rolled steel?
The in-line thermal process QST results
in a very fine-grain material, showing a
superior toughness when compared with
conventional hot-rolled steel.

Which Charpy V-Notch toughness

requirements can A913 meet?

Based on impact tests per ASTM A673, a

minimum average CVN value of 40 ft-lbf
at 70F is a general requirement of A913.
Upon request a minimum average CVN value
of 20 ft-lbf at 70F in the alternate core
location (S30 per ASTM A6) is also available.
In addition, A913 can be supplied with CVN
values down to -58F for low temperature
applications. Other test temperatures and
impact values are available upon agreement.

What is the ductility of A913 Grade

65 and 70?

A913 Grades 65 and 70 are very ductile

steels, despite their distinctively higher
yield strengths compared to typical 50 ksi
steel. Based on tension tests per ASTM
370, the minimum elongation percentage
for A913 Grade 65 is 15 percent for an
8-inch specimen and 17 percent for a
2-inch specimen. The minimum elongation
percentage for A913 Grade 70 is 14 percent
for an 8-inch specimen and 16 percent
for a 2-inch specimen. These elongation
values are considered largely sufficient to
ensure the formation of a plastic hinge, if
appropriately designed and detailed.

For A913 Grade 50, what is the

maximum YS and YS/TS ratio?

For seismic applications, A913 Grade 50 is

available with maximum yield strength (YS)
of 65 ksi and maximum yield strength to
tensile strength ratio (YS/TS) of 0.85. These
additional requirements are available upon
request at no additional cost (S75 per ASTM
A913).

What is the seismic resistance of

A913?

Full-scale tests of A913 shapes exhibited

better seismic resistance than required by
the codes. A913 Grades 50 and 65 are
referenced standards in the AISC Seismic
Provisions and are recommended in the
FEMA 350 and 353 Seismic Specifications. It
is ideally suited for seismic applications.

What is the fatigue behavior of

A913?

Full-scale tests of A913 shapes showed a

fatigue behavior exceeding the requirements
of the codes for conventional steels. Hence,
A913 is also particularly suited for bridge
applications.

ASTM A913 Steel Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the fire resistance of A913?
Tests have demonstrated that the fire
resistance of A913 is the same as that of
conventional hot-rolled structural grades.

What about residual stresses in

A913?

A913 has lower residual stresses relative to

its yield strength than A36.

What is the corrosion resistance of

A913?

The corrosion resistance of A913 shapes is

the same as that of conventional hot-rolled
structural grades.

Which specification should be used

when welding A913?

A913 offers good weldability for manual

and automatic processes provided the
general rules for welding are followed.
Table 3.2 of AWS D1.1 indicates that A913
grades 50 and 65 are weldable without
preheating when the product temperature
is above 32F and when using a lowhydrogen electrode (H8). This advantage
is due to its low Carbon Equivalent (CE%)
values compared to conventional hotrolled structural steel. As with other steel
grades, highly restrained conditions and
large material thickness may require some
preheating. In most cases highly restrained
conditions can be avoided by choosing
adequate weld sequencing. Selection of
strength level of consumables is shown
in AWS D1.1 Table 2.3. Prequalified
combinations of base metal and filler metal
for matching strength are listed in AWS D1.1
Table 3.1.

Can A913 be used in combination

with other grades?

Yes. When welding A913 to A992 or

A36, preheating is typically needed for
the A992 or A36 material but not for the
A913 material. Preheating the A913 has no
detrimental effect.

Can A913 be galvanized?

Yes. A913 is typically delivered with a

Silicon content ranging between 0.15 and
0.25 percent, and as such is suitable to be
galvanized.

What about flame cutting shapes in

A913?

A913 can be cut with a torch using the same

procedures applied to any structural steel.
Due to the low carbon equivalent of A913,
preheating in order to prevent cracking
is generally not necessary for product
temperatures above 32F.

What about flame straightening

shapes in A913?

As with any structural steel it is possible to

eliminate deformations or to give a member
a special shape by flame straightening.
For local reheating of the entire material
thickness the maximum flame straightening
temperature is 1200F. For local superficial
reheating of the surface only, the maximum
flame straightening temperature is 1650F.

What about machining shapes in

A913?

A913 can be machined under the same

conditions as grades with the same level of
yield strength. Drilling and cutting tests on
A913 showed no difference in tool wear
than for other structural grades of the same
strength level. In fact using higher strength
steel allows the designer to reduce the
size (thickness) of the material and thus to
reduce the machining time.

What about stress relieving of

shapes in A913?

Stress relieving post weld heat treatment

(PWHT) may be necessary when the layout
of the structure and/or the expected stress
condition after welding requires a reduction
of the residual stresses. If stress relieving is
required, it should be performed in the same
manner as for any structural steel grade. The
temperature should range between 980F
and 1080F. The holding time should be
two minutes per mm (1/25") of material
thickness, but not less than 30 minutes and
not more than 90 minutes.

Which sections can be

delivered according to A6 S30
(Supplement 2)?

The following profiles are available with

Charpy values per 20 ft-lbf at 70F in the
alternate core location (S30 per ASTM A6):
W14 x 211 873
W24 x 229 370
W27 x 102 539
W36 x 282 925
W40 x 235 392
W40 x 277 655
W44 x 290 335
Upon agreement:
W12 x 170 230

11 | Structural Shapes

Rolling Program
W Shapes
Section

Footweights

W4 x 4
W5 x 5
W6 x 4
W6 x 6
W8 x 4
W8 x 5 1/4
W8 x 6 1/2
W8 x 8
W10 x 4
W10 x 5 3/4
W10 x 8
W10 x 10
W12 x 4
W12 x 6 1/2
W12 x 8
W12 x 10
W12 x 12
W14 x 5
W14 x 6 3/4
W14 x 8
W14 x 10
W14 x 14 1/2
W14 x 16
W14 x 16
W16 x 5 1/2
W16 x 7
W16 x 10 1/4
W18 x 6
W18 x 7 1/2
W18 x 11
W21 x 6 1/2
W21 x 8 1/4
W24 x 7
W24 x 9
W24 x 12 3/4
W27 x 10
W27 x 14
W30 x 10 1/2
W33 x 11 1/2
W36 x 12
W36 x 16 1/2
W40 x 12
W40 x 16
W44 x 16

13
16
9
15
10
14
24
31
12
22
33
49
14
26
40
53
65
22
30
43
61
90
145
426
26
36
67
35
50
76
44
48
55
68
104
84
146
90
118
135
231
149
199
230

19
12
20
13
18
28
35
15
26
39
54
16
30
45
58
72
26
34
48
68
99
159
455
31
40
77
40
55
86
50
55
62
76
117
94
161
99
130
150
247
167
215
262

16
25
15
21
40
17
30
45
60
19
35
50

48
19

58

67

68
22

77

88

100

112

79

87

96

106

120

136

152

170

190

210

38
53
74
109
176
500

82
120
193
550

132
211
605

233
665

257
730

283
808

311
873

342

370

398

158

175

45
89
46
60
97
57
62

50
100

57

65
106

71
119

130

143

68

73

83

93

84
131
102
178
108
141
160
262
183
249
290

94
146
114
194
116
152
170
282
211
277
335

103
162
129
217
124
169
182
302
235
297

176

192

207

229

250

279

306

235
132

258
148

281

307

336

368

539

194
330
264
324

210
361
278
362

232
395
294
372

256
441
331
397

286
487
392
431

318
529
503

230

335

370

350
652

387
723

802

593

655

853

925

Inquire for stock availability.

Sections in bold are available in HISTAR ASTM A913, Grades 50, 65 and 70.

S Shapes

MC Shapes

L Shapes

Section

Section Footweights

Section

MC6
MC7
MC8
MC8
MC9
MC10
MC12
MC18

L8 x 8
L10 x 10
L12 x 12

S3
S4
S5
S6
S7
S8
S10
S12
S12
S15
S18
S20
S20
S24
S24

Footweights
5.7
7.7
10
12.5
15.3
18.4
25.4
31.8
40.8
42.9
54.7
66
86
80
106

12 | Structural Shapes

7.5
9.5
17.25
20
23
35
35
50
50
70
75
96
90
121

15.1
19.1
18.7
21.4
23.9
22
31
42.7

15.3
22.7
20
22.8
25.4
25
35
45.8

28.5
40
51.9

33.6 41.1
45
50
58

Thickness
1/2
3/4
1

9/16 5/8 3/4 7/8

1
1 1/8
7/8
1
1 1/8 1 1/4 1 3/8
1 1/8 1 1/4 1 3/8

C Shapes
Section
C8
C10
C12

Footweights
11.5
15.3
20.7

13.75
20
25

100

Subject to change without notice.

A913 HISTAR References

High-rise (United States)

One World Trade Center, New York

Three World Trade Center, New York
Four World Trade Center, New York
Hearst Tower, New York
4 Times Square, New York
Broadway 655, San Diego
Advanced Equities Plaza, San Diego
111 South Wacker, Chicago
155 North Wacker, Chicago
111 Huntington, Boston

High-rise (Canada)

The Bow, Calgary, Alberta

Eighth Avenue Place, Calgary, Alberta
One London Place, London, Ontario
Bay Adelaide Centre, Toronto

High-rise (International)

Emirates Tower, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Trump Tower, Mumbai, India
Shanghai World Financial Center, Shanghai
New Poly Plaza, Shanghai
Torre de Cristal, Madrid
Torre Caja Madrid, Madrid
Puerta de Europa, Madrid

NFL Stadiums

Cowboys Stadium, Arlington, Texas

Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, Ariz.
Reliant Stadium, Houston
Edward Jones Dome, St. Louis

13 | Structural Shapes

MLB Stadiums

Marlins Park, Miami

Chase Field, Phoenix
Miller Park, Milwaukee
SAFECO Field, Seattle

Arenas (North America)

Rogers Arena, Vancouver, British Columbia

Scotiabank Place, Ottawa, Ontario
Air Canada Centre, Toronto
Rose Garden Arena, Portland, Ore.
Time Warner Cable Arena, Charlotte, N.C.

Industrial

Nucor Steel Decatur, Decatur, Ala.

Glider Offshore, Gulf of Mexico
URSA Offshore, Gulf of Mexico
Lanxi Power Plant, Zhejiang, China
Diandong Power Plant, Yunnan, China

Hospitals

Prentice Womens Hospital, Chicago

Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Oakland, Calif.
Intermountain Medical Center, Salt Lake City
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago, Chicago
Cymbaluk Medical Tower at Providence Regional, Everett, Wash.

Casinos

The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas

The Palazzo, Las Vegas

Convention Centers

Vancouver Convention Centre, West Building, Vancouver,

British Columbia
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington
McCormick Place Expansion, Chicago

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2015/02