Rectangular hollow sections, or RHS, are one of those structural shapes that show up constantly in fabrication and construction without always getting the focused attention they deserve. When do you choose RHS over square tubing? How do wall thickness and dimensional tolerances affect the decision? The blog post we're linking this week covers all of it in practical terms.
It's useful reading for fabricators who work with structural framing, furniture and fixture builds, machine guarding, trailer fabrication, and any application where the direction of loading matters for the shape you select. The guide covers standard RHS sizes, how to match dimensions to structural requirements, and sourcing considerations.
We stock rectangular tubing in steel and aluminum at our Marietta location, cut to your length, no minimum. If you're scoping a job that calls for RHS, give us a call and we'll confirm what we have on hand.
Link in the comments. What applications do you reach for rectangular tubing on most often in your work? #MetalSupplier #Metalworking
Authentic shop photo of rectangular steel or aluminum tubing in the rack at the Marietta location. End-view of stacked RHS shows the shape clearly and photographs well. Avoid generic stock imagery.
Canva text suggestion: "Rectangular Hollow Sections: Size Guide for Fabricators" or "RHS in Stock — Steel & Aluminum, Cut to Length, No Minimum"