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 Mezzanine Floor Beams
 Hi-Span C-Channels are a comprehensive range of channels for a diversity of
 applications. Primarily for use within mezzanine floors, C-Channels can also
 be applied in many other circumstances such as door framing, roof trimming,
 window trimming, brickwork restraints, parapet rails and side rails.
 The mezzanine floor beam depths of 127, 170, 205, 220, 270, and 290mm are
 all catered for within the range, together with channel depths of 150, 170, and
 205mm, which are fully compatible with our 'Z' purlin and
 rail sections.  While mezzanine floor beams are normally
 punched with 18 diameter holes as standard, 14  
                                             diameter holes are also available in these sections,  
                                             together with the option of counterformed holes.

 Restraint Requirements
 As the bottom flange of the C-Channel is usually unrestrained we recommend that a
 Hi-Span tubular sag rod is fitted.  Where possible the channel should face toe to toe with
 the restraint situated in the lower gauge line holes.


 Floor Cleats
 When Hi-Span C-Channels are used as mezzanine floor beams the MFB cleats should
 be used at the supports.  The cleats are manufactured from a thicker material than the
 trimmer cleats to support the higher shear loads associated with floors.  When a double
 span system is used, hot rolled cleats are needed in order to support the web of the channel. Fixing directly through the bottom flange of the channel to the supporting member is not recommended.

 Parapet Channels
 Many buildings are designed to incorporate a parapet to the perimeter to hide the ridge from
 view. The parapet has a horizontal coping which can require fixing to the internal
 face, external face and over the top of the parapet. Hi-Span C-Channels are capable of fulfilling
 all of this criteria. They come in a range of depths to suit practically all parapet dimensions.
 Horizontal C-Channels can be designed and detailed using the Hi-Span Design and Detailing
 suite, click Here to order your free copy.

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