Galvanized Square Hollow Sections (SHS) and Rectangular Hollow Sections (RHS) are versatile structural steel products designed to deliver outstanding strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability. Manufactured from premium carbon steel and coated with zinc through advanced galvanizing processes, these hollow sections are engineered for demanding indoor and outdoor applications.
Available in a broad range of dimensions and wall thicknesses, galvanized hollow sections combine excellent mechanical performance with superior weather resistance. Their clean appearance, easy fabrication, and low maintenance requirements make them one of the most popular steel products in modern construction and infrastructure projects.
Many structural projects operate in environments where steel is continuously exposed to rain, humidity, temperature fluctuations, industrial pollutants, and chemical contaminants.
Without adequate protection, ordinary carbon steel tubing can experience:
For engineers, contractors, and project owners, corrosion protection has become a critical factor when selecting structural steel materials.
Galvanized hollow sections offer a proven method of protecting steel against environmental degradation.
By applying a zinc coating to the surface of the steel tube, the material gains long-lasting resistance to corrosion while maintaining its structural integrity.
This protective system enables steel structures to remain reliable even in coastal, industrial, and high-humidity environments.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | Q195, Q235B, Q355B (or equivalent) |
| Size range | 20x20mm, 25x25mm, 30x30mm, 40x40mm, 50x50mm, 60x60mm, 80x80mm, 100x100mm, 150x150mm, 200x200mm |
| Wall thickness | 1.0mm – 5.0mm (custom available) |
| Length | 6m, 5.8m, or customized (max 12m) |
| Zinc coating thickness | 45µm – 90µm (as per ASTM A123 / EN ISO 1461) |
| Standard | ASTM A500, EN 10219, GB/T 6728 |
| Surface treatment | Hot dip galvanized, smooth and bright |
| Tolerance | According to international standard |
Note: Custom sizes, thicknesses, and higher zinc coating can be produced upon request.


Selecting the appropriate galvanized hollow section depends on engineering requirements and environmental conditions.
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Galvanized tubes provide integrated corrosion protection throughout the entire surface, while paint coatings can crack, peel, or require regular maintenance.
Yes. Hot-dip galvanized square tubes perform exceptionally well in coastal and marine environments due to their thick zinc coating and sacrificial protection properties.
SHS refers to Square Hollow Sections with equal side dimensions, while RHS refers to Rectangular Hollow Sections with unequal side dimensions.
Yes. They can be cut, drilled, bent, welded, and assembled according to project requirements.
For indoor projects, lighter coatings may be sufficient. For outdoor, industrial, or marine environments, a zinc coating of 120–275 g/m² is generally recommended for enhanced durability.