Structural steel is used in everything from industrial sheds to supertall buildings. Understanding section types, frame behaviour, connection design, and shop drawing production is essential for structural engineers, detailers, and construction managers working with steel. This page collects our complete steel library.
Steel Sections
- Structural Steel Sections Explained (I, H, C, Angle, Hollow) — What each standard section shape is good at and how engineers choose between them.
Steel Frame Systems
- Steel Frame Types: Simple, Braced, and Moment-Resisting Frames Explained — How each system resists gravity and lateral loads, and what to look for on framing drawings.
Connections
- Bolted vs Welded Connections: Pros and Cons — Speed and adjustability vs strength and rigidity — when each method wins and how the choice affects frame behaviour.
Shop Drawings and Detailing
- What Is Steel Detailing? Shop, GA, and Erection Drawings — How GA drawings, shop drawings, and erection drawings each contribute to getting steel built correctly.
Free Structural Steel Drawing Downloads
Browse our drawing library for free DWG and PDF files including structural steel connection details, framing plans, and shop drawing templates.
Related Topics
Working with reinforced concrete alongside steel? See our RCC Structural Design Guide. For documentation, see the Construction Drawings Guide.