Hot Rolled

Hot rolled steel is a versatile, cost-effective material used across structural fabrication, general and heavy engineering, automotive and transport, agricultural equipment, and yellow goods and plant machinery.

We offer hot rolled steel across a range of standard grades to suit your application:

DD Grades (Forming & Drawing)

DD11, DD12, DD13, DD14
Increasing levels of drawability and ductility

Structural Grades

S235, S275, S355
Suitable for construction, fabrication, and general engineering

MC Grades (Thermomechanical)

Enhanced mechanical properties
High strength-to-weight ratio for demanding structural applications

Surface Finish Options

Dry — standard mill finish, suitable for general fabrication and structural applications
Pickled & Oiled (P&O) — descaled and oiled surface for improved cleanliness, corrosion resistance, and suitability for further processing or coating

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hot rolled steel plate is commonly used for structural fabrication, base plates, road plates, brackets, machinery, trailers, agricultural equipment, industrial flooring, reinforcement and general engineering. Its strength, weldability and cost-effectiveness make it suitable for projects where precise cosmetic finishing is less important than durability and performance.
Untreated hot rolled steel can rust when exposed to moisture and oxygen. The dark mill scale formed during manufacturing offers limited temporary protection, but it should not be treated as a permanent protective coating. For outdoor or damp environments, the steel can be prepared and protected using suitable paint, primer, powder coating or another specified corrosion-control system.
Yes. Hot rolled steel sheet and plate can be supplied in standard sizes or cut to your required dimensions. Depending on the thickness and finish required, common processing methods include Decoiling, slitting, guillotine cutting, laser cutting, plasma cutting and flame cutting. Always provide the required length, width, thickness, quantity and any dimensional tolerances when requesting a quotation.
Hot rolled steel is shaped at high temperatures and normally has a dark, scaled surface. Cold rolled steel undergoes additional processing at room temperature, producing a smoother finish. Hot rolled steel sheet and plate are often preferred for structural fabrication and general engineering, while cold rolled steel is commonly selected when appearance is more important.
DD11, DD12, DD13 and DD14 are hot rolled grades designed for progressively more demanding drawing and forming applications. DD11 is commonly used for general forming, while the higher grades provide improved formability for more complex pressed components. MC grades may be suitable where higher strength and cold-forming performance are required. Material choice should always reflect the component design and manufacturing process.We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity.
Many commonly supplied hot rolled mild and structural steels have good weldability and are widely used in fabricated assemblies. The appropriate welding process and preparation will depend on the grade, thickness and application. Any mill scale, rust, oil or contamination around the weld area may need to be removed before welding.