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Structural glossary
IPE section
A range of steel I-sections with relatively narrow flanges.
Technical context
Suitability depends on calculated loads and support. Deformation and lateral stability may also govern.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, steel structures. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: A steel beam for a load-bearing wall.
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