Rakenneteräslaadut

Rakenneteräslaadut is a Finnish term that refers to the classification of structural steels used in building and civil engineering. The grades are defined by a combination of mechanical properties, chemical composition, and heat‑treatment conditions. In practice, Finnish builders and engineers rely on the Swedish and European standards, such as EN 10025, EN 10149, and the Finnish VEF‑standard, to certify that a given plate or beam meets the required strength and ductility. Commonly referenced grades include G10, G14, and S235, which are suitable for general framing, sheathing, and light structural use, and the stronger grades GTH, GTF, GTR, GCRE and S355E, which are used for load‑bearing columns, arches, and bridge decks. Each grade is specified by minimum yield strengths (e.g., S235 has a minimum yield of 235 MPa) and maximum tensile strengths (e.g., S355E has 355 MPa), as well as limits on carbon, manganese, sulfur, and phosphorus content. In addition to mechanical data, the standards provide guidelines for surface preparation, welding practices, and quality control procedures. The use of rakenneteräslaadut enables designers to select appropriate materials that comply with local building codes, safety regulations, and lifecycle performance expectations, ensuring that structures are both economically viable and structurally sound over their intended lifespan.