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Sucoot Base Beam — Built for Civil Formwork, Designed for Reliability

Sucoot’s Base Beam is a high-strength structural component that forms the foundation of our modular formwork systems.
Made from SM490A high-tensile steel and finished with hot-dip galvanization, it offers robust performance under heavy concrete loads and long-span applications — especially in civil engineering projects such as retaining walls, bridge superstructures, and box culverts.
With flexible integration across slab, wall, column, and bridge formwork configurations, the Base Beam helps engineers build with speed, strength, and confidence.

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    1. Built to Support — Strengthened with SM490A Steel and Galvanized Protection

      Made from SM490A high-tensile steel and finished with hot-dip galvanization, the Base Beam offers long-term corrosion resistance and the load-bearing strength required for heavy concrete pours in civil projects.

    2. Modular and Versatile — One Beam, Many Roles

      From slab decks to wall braces and bridge pier cap diagonal supports, the Base Beam functions as a core structural base within Sucoot’s formwork systems — simplifying your layout with one reusable part.

    3. Fast to Deploy — Easy to Install, Easy to Integrate

      Available in multiple sizes with a simple locking mechanism, the Base Beam allows for quick connection with other Sucoot modules — reducing labor, setup time, and construction risk.

      Flexible Length Options — Standardized and Customizable

      Sucoot’s Base Beam is available in a wide range of standard lengths, primarily in 300mm increments from 600mm to 3000mm.
      For finer layout adjustments, shorter options below 600mm are available in 150mm intervals, with a minimum length of 150mm.

      For projects with unique requirements, custom lengths can also be manufactured to specification, ensuring a precise fit for your structural layout.

    Test Report
    • Material Certification
      Every beam is manufactured using SM490A structural steel with mill certificates verifying chemical composition and tensile strength.
    • Pressure Test
      Tested under simulated load conditions to verify resistance to deformation and failure. Technical data is provided to support more precise and rigorous formwork design.
    Property
    		Symbol
    		Unit
    		 Value
    Maximum Section Area
    		 Ag
    		mm²
    		2300
    Minimum Section Area
    		Anmm²
    		1655
    X-axis Moment of Inertia
    		Ixxmm⁴
    		1260×10⁴
    Y-axis Moment of Inertia
    		Iyymm⁴
    		440×10⁴
    X-axis Section Modulus
    		Zxxmm³
    		126×10³
    Y-axis Section Modulus
    		Zyy
    		mm³54.6×10³
    X-axis Gyration Radius
    		rxx
    		mm87.3
    Y-axis Gyration Radius
    		ryymm51.6
    Elastic Modulus
    		EGPa200
    Shear Modulus
    		GMPa76900
    Yield Strength
    		FyMpa355
    X-axis Stiffness
    		EIxx
    		kNm²
    		2520
    Y-axis Stiffness
    		EIyy
    		kNm²880

    Allowable Bending Moment

    		MaxkNm
    		26.8
    Allowable Bending Moment
    		MaykNm11.6
    Allowable Shear Force
    		VaxkN90.9
    Allowable Bending Moment (Connection Point)*
    		Majx
    		kNm
    		13.0
    Allowable Bending Moment (Connection Point)*
    		Majy
    		kNm
    		5.3
    Allowable Shear Force (Connection Point)*
    		Vajx
    		kN
    		90


    The SUCOOT Base Beam/Soldier Beam is suitable for various applications, such as:
    1. Bridge Viaduct:
      Designed as primary bearer or second bearer for inner/outer formwork and support for wing form.

    2. Slab, Beam, and Wall Formwork:
      Suitable for use in slab, beam, and wall formwork as main bearer or second bearer.

    3. Large-Span Structures:
      The design of the Base Beam/Soldier Beam accommodates large-span structures, offering significant cost savings in formwork support and concrete pouring.

    4. Lateral Support:
      The Base Beam/Soldier Beam provides stable lateral support at any height, ensuring structural stability.
    The SUCOOT Base Beam/Soldier Beam is ideal for various construction applications, such as:
    1. Infrastructure Projects:
      Suitable for bridges, viaducts, culverts, tunnels, and other large-scale infrastructure developments.

    2. Industrial Facilities:
      Adaptable for use in high-tech factories, steel mill and power plants.

    3. Commercial and Residential Building Construction:
      Perfect for forming robust structures like columns, walls, and slabs.

    Why Choose SUCOOT® Light Duty Scaffolding?

    Now that we've explored the versatility of working platform/access tower, let's highlight the advantages of opting for light-duty scaffolding in your projects.

    1. Cost-Effective Solution
    With the features of easy assembly/disassembly, safety and stability, it can save time and costs at work. Light duty scaffold is a cost-effective alternative to its heavier counterparts. Its affordability makes it an attractive choice for small to medium-sized projects where budget constraints are a consideration.

    2. Easy Maneuverability
    The mobility of r mobile tower scaffolds simplifies the process of accessing different areas of a worksite. This feature not only saves time but also reduces the physical strain on workers.

    3. Quick Setup and Dismantling
    Time is of the essence in the construction industry, and  mobile tower scaffolding delivers in this regard. These scaffolds can be assembled and disassembled quickly, ensuring that work can commence promptly.

    4. Safety First
    Safety should always be a top priority on construction sites.  Light facade scaffold is designed with safety in mind, providing stability and support for workers operating at heights.

    FAQ

    Sucoot Base Beam is mainly used for shoring applications and formwork primary beam applications. It can serve as an inclined support in single-sided wall formwork and as a steel bearer in wall, column, slab, and box culvert formwork.

    Sucoot Base Beam and Soldier Beam serve the same structural function, but they are not the same product. They belong to different systems with different specifications and installation methods.

    No. Base Beam and Soldier Beam should not be used interchangeably, because their installation methods, connection details, and material properties are different.

    Compared with Soldier Beam, Sucoot Base Beam is lighter in self-weight while maintaining strong structural performance. This makes it a more cost-effective solution for civil engineering projects while helping ensure stable and reliable formwork support.

    How does Sucoot ensure the reliability of Base Beam in actual projects?

    Sucoot ensures reliability through manufacturer-backed quality control, including consistent production, dimensional accuracy, and material control. This helps actual load-bearing performance stay close to the calculated design value.

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