Castellated and Cellular Beams

Create wide-open bay designs

Increase available space and light
Enhance form and function
Improve cost efficiency

Castellated and Cellular Beams

Freedom of design
FreeSpan castellated and cellular beams are engineered and manufactured
by New Millennium to address the growing need for structural design freedom.
The beam opens the way to create and utilize space in bold, new ways.
In addition, the beam is more space-efficient and cost-efficient than concrete,
making it possible to design wider bays with refreshingly creative form and
function at lower costs.
For parking garages, hospitals and most any project where space is at a
premium, the beam offers a structurally lean and low profile with an open,
airy, and aesthetic appeal.

Buildings enhanced by FreeSpan beams feature wide-open

bay designs and clean access for mechanical, electrical and
plumbing (MEP) runs. FreeSpan castellated and cellular
beams also minimize the need for space-robbing columns.

Enables exceptionally wide, column-free spans

Neatly integrates MEP through openings for lower floor heights
Exposed aesthetic appeal with enclosure cost elimination
Made of 96% recycled steel from sources in the U.S.

For more information about the FreeSpan Castellated and Cellular Beams, visit: www.newmill.com/freespan

Freedom of choice
The versatility of the FreeSpan beam is demonstrated by its use across an extremely wide spectrum of building
types, sizes and specialized functions.
In addition to the aesthetic appeal, the strength of the beam can be precisely matched to the load for greater
cost efficiency. The beams are readily available with either hexagonal or round openings, and their varying
lengths can be erected to create arches, columns, and other artful yet structural elements.

Camber: FreeSpan beams are inherently easy

to manufacture with camber for concrete floor
applications, whereby a cambered beam can precisely
offset the dead load deflection of the concrete slab.

Fireproofed: FreeSpan beams can be painted or

fireproofed by other trade professionals on-site. Their
open and accessible design also allows for the easy
integration of HVAC, electrical and plumbing runs.

Asymmetic: FreeSpan beams can be engineered

to combine a lighter upper half with a heavier lower
half to increase load capacity while minimizing
beam weight. The design is ideal for composite deck
applications, as a subfloor steel beam supporting a
concrete floor. In addition, studs can be welded to
the top flange of the castellated beam to solidly anchor
the concrete to the beam.

Comparative Costs: FreeSpan beams can

save up to 10% compared to traditional concrete
construction for parking garage applications.

For more information about the FreeSpan Castellated and Cellular Beams, visit: www.newmill.com/freespan

Architects, engineers, erectors, installing trades and owners

all benefit from the many performance and cost advantages
of FreeSpan castellated and cellular beams.

Freedom for all

Architects now have the means to create better-designed spaces. Structural engineers now have
the means to reduce or eliminate traditionally accepted project costs. Erectors find that FreeSpan
beams erect faster than concrete and more easily. And there are far fewer impediments to the trade
professionals who integrate the mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression systems.
Most of all, project owners benefit from buildings that perform with greater space efficiency,
unfettered by cost and performance limitations imposed by other construction methods.
Fewer obstructed sightlines

Lower floor-to-floor height with integrated MEP runs

Often less cost per square foot than concrete

Beams erect faster due to fewer columns

Lighter framing reduces size of columns and footings

Low floor vibration is characteristic of the beam

Contributes to more efficient space illumination

Open access for future owner maintenance

For more information about the FreeSpan Castellated and Cellular Beams, visit: www.newmill.com/freespan

AISC certified manufacturing

New Millennium manufactures FreeSpan castellated and
cellular beams right here in the USA at our production
facility in Continental, Ohio.
During the castellated beam production process, a
solid steel beam forged from recycled steel is cut in half
lengthways, using automated plasma torch cutting. The
split halves are then offset and welded back together to
create a beam that is the same weight, but is now deeper,
stronger, and ideally suited for long span applications.
Our highly efficient manufacturing facilities can produce
90-foot castellated beam sections. Customized beams are
engineered to address unique project needs, including
welded infill sections for special connection points.
50% deeper with depths up to 66 inches
Up to 40% stronger moment capacity
MEP passes through beam openings
Longer and stronger beam with no added steel
Spans up to 90 feet
Furnished straight or cambered
Vibration analysis available
Galvanized options
Easily fireproofed on jobsite by others

The FreeSpan castellated and cellular beam is produced by

cutting a beam lengthwise following a hexagonal or circular
pattern. The top and bottom halves are then staggered and
welded together to create a deeper, stronger beam.

For more information about the FreeSpan Castellated and Cellular Beams, visit: www.newmill.com/freespan

For more information on FreeSpan,

contact our nearest location or visit:
www.newmill.com/freespan

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New Millennium is your nationwide resource for reliable steel roof-and-floor systems.
Our dynamic manufacturing facilities are strategically located across North America for
all your steel joist, metal decking and castellated beam needs.

JUAREZ
HOPE
BUTLER
SALEM

AISC Certified
Castellated & Cellular Beam Facility
21739 Road E-16 Continental, OH 45831
Phone: (260) 868-6000 Fax: (260) 868-6001

Mexico Manufacturing Facility

LAKE CITY
Carr. Panamericana 9920 Col. Puente Alto
C.P. 32695 Cuidad Juarez Chihuahua Mexico
Phone: (915) 298-5050 Fax: (915) 298-4040

Indiana Manufacturing Facility

6115 County Road 42 Butler, IN 46721
Phone: (260) 868-6000 Fax: (260) 868-6001

Florida Manufacturing Facility

1992 NW Bascom Norris Drive Lake City, FL 32055
Phone: (386) 466-1300 Fax: (386) 466-1301

Nevada Manufacturing Facility

8200 Woolery Way Fallon, NV 89406
Phone: (775) 867-2130 Fax: (775) 867-2169

Arkansas Manufacturing Facility

3565 Highway 32 North Hope, AR 71801
Phone: (870) 722-4100 Fax: (870) 722-4245

Virginia Manufacturing Facility

100 Diuguids Lane PO Box 3400 Salem, VA 24153
Phone: (540) 389-0211 Fax: (540) 389-0378

Corporate Office
7575 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Phone: (260) 969-3500
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