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Sucoot’s Top Beam is a modular bearer component crafted from SGH490 high-strength galvanized steel, offering superior resistance to rust and deformation.
 

It is securely fixed to plywood using self-tapping screws or steel nails, providing a reliable load-bearing surface in slab, wall, and column formwork systems.

With a lifespan at least 2.5 times longer than traditional wooden beams, Sucoot Top Beam reduces replacement cycles, minimizes waste, and meets modern environmental standards.


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    1. High-Strength Material with Anti-Corrosion Protection
      Made from SGH490 galvanized steel, the beam resists warping, rust, and mechanical fatigue in long-term formwork use.

    2. Eco-Friendly & Economical
      Top Beam is recyclable, has a high residual value, and helps contractors comply with environmental performance goals.

    3. Long Life Span Compared to Wood Beams
      Outlasts traditional wooden bearers by at least 2.5x, offering superior durability and long-term savings.


    Sufficient Length Options — Standardized and Customizable

    Sucoot’s Top Beam is available in standard lengths from 1.2m to 4.8m, with 300mm increments to suit a variety of formwork configurations.

    Custom sizes are also available upon request for specific project needs.


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    Material Certification

    Every Top Beam is manufactured using SGH490 structural steel with mill certificates verifying chemical composition and tensile strength.

    Precise Performance Data

    We conduct load testing to obtain reliable performance data — providing a solid foundation for real-world design and engineering solutions.


    Property Symbol UnitValue
    Section — mmH:135 × W:50 × T:2.3
    Minimum Section Area
    		An
    		cm25.6
    Average Weight
    		Uw
    		kg/m5.5
    Elastic Modulus
    		EGPa200
    Yield Stress
    		FyMPa365
    X-axis Moment of Inertia
    		Ixx
    		cm⁴175.4
    X-axis Section Modulus
    		Zxx
    		cm³26.0
    Allowable Bending Moment
    		Max
    		kNm5.5
    Allowable Shear Force
    		Vax
    		kN17


    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

    Top Beam is a self-developed and patented formwork beam by Sucoot, mainly used as a primary beam or secondary beam in concrete formwork systems. It was developed as an alternative to traditional H20 wood beam, especially for projects that require longer service life, higher durability, and more stable performance in humid environments.

    Top Beam is used as a primary beam or secondary beam in slab formwork, wall formwork, bridge formwork, and other concrete formwork applications. It can also be combined with Base Beam, channel steel, or structural steel sections to form different modular formwork system configurations based on project requirements.

    Unlike timber beam, steel Top Beam does not easily absorb moisture, swell, or crack in humid conditions. This helps maintain more stable dimensions and more predictable structural performance on site, making it a more reliable choice for repeated use in formwork projects.

    Top Beam can be fixed to plywood using self-tapping screws or steel nails. According to internal testing, even after 90 holes were drilled, the beam maintained its strength without significant reduction, supporting reliable use in formwork applications.

    What is the load capacity of the Top Beam?

    Top Beam has an allowable bending moment of 5.5 kNm and an allowable shear force of 17 kN, making it suitable for a wide range of concrete formwork applications.

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