About this asset

This historical C channel BS 6 1904 is a Revit family structural profile featuring the distinct tapered flange geometry of early steel. Representing a specific historical steel section, this C channel follows the early twentieth-century British standard BS 6 from 1904. The profile is characterised by its parallel web and tapered flanges, a hallmark of early rolling mill production techniques that differ from modern parallel-flange sections. The geometry is clean and precise, intended for accurate representation in BIM models where heritage steelwork or adaptive reuse of existing structures is required. It provides an authentic structural profile for engineers and architects documenting older building frames, ensuring that section properties and visual profiles align with historical construction standards.

The download is a 430 KB file containing a Revit family (.rfa). Load it into a project from the Insert tab with Load Family, then place it like any other component of its category; it schedules and tags with the rest of your model.

Load this family into your Revit structural project using the Load Family command. You can adjust the length by dragging the endpoints in plan or section views. Ensure the structural usage parameter is correctly assigned to allow for proper analytical model integration and connection detailing within your BIM workflow.

Ideal for structural engineers and architects working on the renovation, refurbishment, or adaptive reuse of Victorian and Edwardian era industrial buildings. This component is essential for documenting existing steel structures in heritage projects, providing the necessary accuracy for clash detection and structural analysis where historical section properties must be maintained. Engineers searching for vintage steel profiles, early British steel standards, or historical structural members will find this family an essential addition to their BIM library for accurate, period-correct documentation.