As you may know, lintels are designed to support the loads above windows, doors, and other building openings. You must choose the right lintel type, length and safe working load to support the loads and prevent structural failures

Our guide shows you step by step how to choose the right lintel for your project. Contact our team for expert advice.

Large masonry openings can require heavy and expensive steel lintels. However, many building code officials recognize an alternate method of support that incorporates the concept of reinforcing the brick veneer.

Knocking down a wall or installing new doors or windows? Our guide to choosing the right steel or concrete lintel will help you understand what size lintel you need.

Feb 2, 2017 · Lintel load span tables are easy enough to interpret if you know what to look for. Here we break tables down and explain what the values mean, and how to use them. [email protected] | 01455 272457

Use the simple guides in this brochure and select the right Galintel® every time for peace of mind, superior performance, long life and durability. Genuine Galintel® hot-dip galvanised steel lintels are up to 40% lighter than traditional lintels and 40% easier to carry with a …

A lintel beam is a horizontal member which rests on the door or window opening to support the portion of the structure above it. Besides, the function of a lintel is the same as a beam; it transfers the structure load to its supports.

Sep 20, 2023 · Lintels play an essential role in distributing the load above windows, doors, or other structural openings in masonry structures. This guide aims to simplify the process of choosing the right lintel size for your construction needs.

Sep 23, 2012 · Lintel Spans and Sizes (1) Spans and sizes of wood lintels shall conform to the spans shown in Tables A-12 to A-16, (a) for buildingsof residential occupancy, (b) where the wall studs exceed 38 mm by 64 mm in size, (c) where the spans of supported joists do not exceed 4.9 m, and (d) where the spans of trusses do not exceed 9.8 m. (2 ...

Angle Iron Lintels are used to support masonry over window, door and other types of openings in brick veneer. All South Atlantic stock angles are produced from only domestic steel. When ordering specify both X and Y dimensions as well as A (thickness) and B (length). Prime painted, bare, or hot-dip galvanized steel.