Custom Galvanized Light Steel Keel, C/U Ceiling Studs & Drywall Track Systems from Wen'an
Hot-dip galvanized zinc-coated (Z60-Z275) light steel keel, drywall studs, ceiling channels, and acoustic grid suspensions. Manufactured in Wen'an County, Northern China's Building Materials Capital.
1688 Source Factory Cost vs Global Wholesale Price Estimated Profit Margin: 65% - 80%
Engineering Overview & Manufacturing Capabilities
Wen'an County is the largest production and distribution center for galvanized light steel keel, drywall framing studs, and ceiling suspension profiles in Northern China, accounting for over 40% of the regional market and supplying mega-infrastructure projects globally. The cluster comprises over 1,500 continuous cold roll-forming lines.
We utilize continuously hot-dip galvanized high-yield steel coils (Q195/Q235) with guaranteed zinc coating weights from Z60 up to Z275 (60g/m² to 275g/m²). Roll-formed profiles feature knurled non-slip ribbing, pre-punched service knockouts for electrical conduits, and high-precision interlocking geometry for rapid jobsite erection.
From standard C-Studs and U-Tracks conforming to American ASTM C645 and European EN 14195 standards, to acoustic ceiling T-bars, furring channels, and resilient clips, Wen'an delivers unparalleled volume supply at direct 1688 ex-factory prices with immediate highway access to Tianjin Port.
Industrial Cluster Deep Dive & Supply Chain Edge
Wen'an County (文安县), Langfang
The Light Steel Keel & Architectural Framing Capital of Northern ChinaLocalized Ecosystem: Wen'an's proximity to major steel mills in Tangshan and Handan provides direct access to primary hot-dip galvanized steel coils at ex-mill prices. Auxiliary fasteners, acoustic hangers, and strapping manufacturers operate within the same industrial park.
The "Neijuan" Source Factory Edge: Continuous high-speed cold-forming mills run 24/7 with flying cutoff saws, generating razor-thin production markups over raw steel coil index prices. While international building material distributors charge $2.50 to $4.50 per meter, Wen'an ex-factory prices start at $0.30 to $0.85/meter.
Transparent Volume Tier Pricing Matrix (EXW / FOB)
| Order Volume Tier | Unit Factory Price (USD) | Production Lead Time | Buyer Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,000 - 9,999 m | $0.52 / m | 7-10 days | Trial Contractor Tier |
| 10,000 - 49,999 m | $0.42 / m | 10-12 days | Regional Wholesale Tier |
| 50,000 - 199,999 m | $0.35 / m | 12-15 days | Developer & Mega Project Tier |
| 200,000+ m (FCL) | $0.29 / m | 15-20 days | 40HQ Full Container Load (FOB Tianjin) |
End-to-End Production & Quality Control Process
Galvanized Steel Coil Slitting & Zinc Gauge Check
Master galvanized coils are precision slit into specific ribbon widths. Zinc coating thickness is verified via magnetic induction testing.
Continuous Multi-Station Cold Roll Forming
Slit steel strips pass through 14-18 sequential hardened chrome roller dies to form precise C, U, or hat profiles without residual stress.
Knurling & Conduit Knockout Punching
Rotary knurling rollers emboss anti-slip dimples across the web for self-tapping drywall screw traction, and punch utility knockouts.
High-Speed Flying Saw Cut-to-Length
Microprocessor-controlled flying shear blades cut profiles at line speeds up to 60 meters per minute without burrs or edge deformation.
Automated Strapping & Container Palletization
Profiles are bundled into 10 or 20-piece sub-packs with high-tensile steel/PET strapping and grouped into weather-wrapped master bundles.
Comprehensive Technical Specifications
| Manufacturing Cluster | Wen'an County (文安县), Langfang, Hebei (China Light Steel Keel Capital) |
|---|---|
| Standard Production Lead Time | 10-15 days |
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | 2000 meters (Multi-size/style supported) |
| Profile Types | Drywall C-Stud, U-Track, Furring Channel (Omega), Wall Angle, Main Ceiling Channel, Carrying Channel |
| Available Thicknesses | 0.40 mm, 0.45 mm, 0.50 mm, 0.60 mm, up to 1.20 mm structural gauge |
| Standard Widths | 50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 150mm (Stud depths: 1-5/8", 2-1/2", 3-5/8", 6") |
| Standard Lengths | 2.44m (8 ft), 3.00m (10 ft), 3.66m (12 ft), or bespoke jobsite cut lengths up to 12.0m |
| Corrosion Resistance | Passes ASTM B117 salt spray test: Z120 > 96 hours; Z275 > 240 hours without red rust |
| Standards Compliance | ASTM C645, ASTM C754, EN 14195, AS/NZS 2589 building standards compliant |
| Materials | Continuous Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel (DX51D+Z, Q195, Q235), Zinc Coating Z60 (60g/m²) up to Z275 (275g/m²), Galvalume (Aluzinc 55% Al-Zn Coating) |
| Finishes & Treatments | Dimpled/knurled anti-slip surface, Smooth plain galvanized, Pre-punched conduit service holes, Color-coded protective end caps |
International Compliance & Quality Certifications
Ocean Freight & Port Logistics (Tianjin Port Corridor)
Primary Seaport of Departure
⚓ Tianjin Port (Xingang) - 110 km / 1.5 hours direct expressway container trucking
Air Cargo Express Hub
✈️ Beijing Daxing (PKX) International Airport
Container Stuffing Capacities
📦 20GP: ~24 Metric Tons (~45,000 meters); 40HQ: ~27 Metric Tons (~70,000 meters depending on gauge)
Harmonized Tariff HS Code
📋 7216.61.00 (Angles, shapes and sections of iron or non-alloy steel, not further worked than cold-formed)