Tubing & Profiles
Lipped Channels
Cold-formed C-channels optimized for roofing purlins and structural support.
Product Overview
Our lipped channels are cold-formed steel sections featuring a distinctive C-shape with inward-facing lips at the flange ends. This unique design provides enhanced stiffness and strength-to-weight ratio compared to standard channels.
Lipped channels are widely used as roofing purlins, wall girts, and structural framing members in pre-engineered buildings, warehouses, and industrial structures across Zambia.
Key Features
High Strength-to-Weight Ratio
Cold-formed design provides excellent strength while minimizing material weight.
Enhanced Stiffness
Lipped edges provide increased rigidity and resistance to buckling.
Easy Installation
Pre-punched holes available for quick bolted connections (on request).
Specifications
Common Applications
Roofing Purlins
Wall Girts
Pre-Engineered Buildings
Warehouse Structures
Industrial Sheds
Agricultural Buildings
Mezzanine Floors
Solar Panel Support Structures
Available Sizes (Common)
75×40mm
1.5-2.0mm thick
100×50mm
1.5-2.5mm thick
120×60mm
1.6-2.5mm thick
150×65mm
1.6-3.0mm thick
200×75mm
2.0-3.0mm thick
250×80mm
2.0-3.5mm thick
300×100mm
2.5-3.5mm thick
Custom Sizes
Available on request
Additional sizes and thicknesses available upon request
Value-Added Services
Rolled to Length
We can roll lipped channels to your exact required lengths, reducing on-site cutting waste.
Punching & Notching
Pre-punched holes and notches available for faster on-site assembly.
Custom Profiles
Custom lipped channel dimensions can be manufactured to meet specific project requirements.
Lipped Channel vs Standard Channel
Lipped Channel
Features inward-facing lips on flange ends. Provides up to 30% greater stiffness than standard channels. Resists lateral-torsional buckling better. Ideal for long-span purlin applications.
Standard Channel (C-Section)
Open C-shape without lips. Lower stiffness-to-weight ratio. More economical for short spans. Easier to access for bolted connections.
Need Lipped Channels for Your Project?
Contact our team for technical specifications, size availability, custom lengths, and competitive pricing.