Nestled in the heart of Manama, Bahrain, Ahmer Steel stands as a trusted partner for the maritime industry, providing robust and reliable materials for ambitious shipbuilding projects. We take pride in supplying high-grade ABS AH36 shipbuilding steel sheets and plates, engineered to meet the rigorous demands of the open sea. Our commitment is to deliver not just superior steel, but also the dependable service and expertise that our clients can count on to bring their vessel’s hull and structure to life with unwavering strength and integrity.
This particular grade is meticulously crafted with a precise chemical composition, balancing elements like carbon, manganese, and silicon to achieve its exceptional characteristics. The resulting mechanical properties are what make it a cornerstone of marine construction. The ABS AH36 steel offers a high yield strength of 355 MPa, ensuring excellent resistance to deformation under immense loads, coupled with outstanding toughness that performs reliably even in the challenging low-temperature environments of icy waters.
STANDARD:Â ASTM A131, ASME SA131
PLATES QUALITY: AH 36 (Dead Soft Quality)
THICKNESS: 3/16″ – 4″, 4-60mm
WIDTH: 48″ – 120″, 2000 / 2500 / 3000mm
LENGTH: 96″ – 480″, 6000 / 8000 / 10000 / 12000 mm
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | Cu | Cb | V |
| 0.18 | 0.10/0.50 | 0.90/1.60 | 0.035 | 0.035 | 0.20 | 0.08 | 0.40 | 0.35 | 0.02/0.05 | 0.05/0.10 |
| Grade | Re | Rm | Elongation | Â |
| A50mm | A200mm | |||
| MPan | MPa | % | % | |
| AH36 | 355 | 490/620 | 22 | 19 |
| DNV | GL | LR | BV | CCS | NK | KR | RINA |
| NV A36 | GL A36 | LR A36 | BV AH36 | CCS A36 | KA36 | RA 36 | RINA AH36 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Ahmer Steel is one of the most prominent manufacturers and suppliers of superior quality ABS AH36 Shipbuilding Steel Sheet and Plates in Manama, Bahrain. As experts in steel solutions, we supply a complete spectrum of products like Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel, and Galvanized Steel. Our product range comprises Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets, and Plates. Known for our reliable delivery and first-rate customer service, we are committed to supplying high-quality steel materials that guarantee durability and excellent performance in numerous industrial applications.Â
| theoretical weight | Thickness (mm) | Thickness (mm) | theoretical weight | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kg/m2 | Kg/ft2 | Kg/m2 | Kg/ ft2 | ||
| 47.10 | 4.376 Kg/ft2 | 6 | 25 | 196.25 | 18.962 Kg/ ft2 |
| 54.95 | 5.105 Kg/ft2 | 7 | 26 | 204.10 | 20.420 Kg/ ft2 |
| 86.35 | 8.751 Kg/ft2 | 11 | 32 | 251.20 | 25.525 Kg/ ft2 |
| 172.70 | 16.044 Kg/ft2 | 22 | 50 | 392.50 | 36.464 Kg/ ft2 |
| 62.80 | 5.834 Kg/ft2 | 8 | 28 | 219.80 | 21.879 Kg/ ft2 |
| 157.00 | 14.586 Kg/ft2 | 20 | 48 mm | 376.80 | 35.006 Kg/ ft2 |
| 78.50 | 7.293 Kg/ft2 | 10 | 30 mm | 235.50 | 23.337 Kg/ ft2 |
| 94.20 | 10.21 Kg/ft2 | 12 | 34 mm | 266.90 | 26.254 Kg/ ft2 |
| 125.60 | 11.669 Kg/ft2 | 16 | 40 mm | 314.00 | 29.172 Kg/ ft2 |
| 141.30 | 13.127 Kg/ft2 | 18 | 45 mm | 353.25 | 32.818 Kg/ ft2 |
| 109.90 | 10.939 Kg/ft2 | 14 | 35 mm | 274.75 | 27.713 Kg/ ft2 |
| 188.40 | 18.232 Kg/ft2 | 24 | |||
| Max. width | Thickness |
|---|---|
| Grade A | From to up to |
| 1370 | 1.70 to 1.80 |
| 1280 | 1.60 to 1.70 |
| 1440 | 1.80 to 1.90 |
| 1520 | 1.90 to 2.00 |
| 1170 | 1.49 to 1.60 |
| 2070 | 12.70 to 20.00 |
| 1590 | 2.00 to 2.20 |
| 1730 | 2.20 to 2.40 |
| 1880 | 2.60 to 2.80 |
| 1960 | 2.80 to 3.12 |
| 1800 | 2.40 to 2.60 |
| 2070 | 3.12 to 12.70 |
The primary use of these sheets and plates is in the construction of the critical structural components of sea-going vessels. Shipbuilders rely on ABS AH36 for fabricating the robust hulls, strong decks, and vital framing that form the skeleton of cargo ships, tankers, and offshore platforms. Its exceptional ability to withstand dynamic stresses, heavy impacts, and corrosive saltwater makes it an indispensable material for ensuring the safety, durability, and long operational life of marine assets navigating the world’s most demanding waterways.
Ahmer Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Manama, Bahrain.
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