CE EN1090 & ISO 3834 Certified Manufacturer

Scaffolding Pipes & Steel Tubes — BS1139 / EN39 Certified

SINO EAST manufactures high-quality scaffolding steel pipes to international standards. Our pipes are produced from S235, S275, S355, and STK500 steel grades with hot-dip galvanized finish. OD from 42.7mm to 60.3mm, wall thickness 1.6mm to 5.0mm, exported to 50+ countries worldwide.

✔ BS1139
✔ EN39
✔ EN10219
✔ ISO 1461 HDG
Scaffolding Pipes Steel Tubes Manufacturer
10,000+ Tons Monthly Capacity
🇬🇧 UK — BS1139🇪🇺 EU — EN39/EN10219🇯🇵 Japan — JIS 3444🇰🇷 Korea — KSD 3566🇦🇺 Australia — AS 1576🇺🇸 USA — ASTM A53🇲🇾 Malaysia — MS 1462🇸🇬 Singapore — BS1139

Scaffolding Steel Pipes — The Foundation of Every Scaffold System

Steel tubes are the most fundamental component in scaffolding. Whether used as standards (vertical posts), ledgers (horizontal beams), or braces, the quality of the pipe directly determines structural safety. SINO EAST produces pipes to meet the exacting requirements of global standards.

BS1387 Galvanized Scaffolding Steel Pipe

Our scaffolding pipes are manufactured from high-frequency welded (ERW) steel tubes, manufactured to BS1139, EN39, EN10219, JIS 3444, and KSD 3566 standards. Each pipe undergoes strict dimensional inspection, flattening tests, and zinc coating verification.

The most common specification is OD 48.3mm (or 48.6mm) with 3.2mm or 4.0mm wall thickness, hot-dip galvanized to ISO 1461. Pipes are bundled in 61-piece packs for efficient container loading — each 20ft container holds approximately 25-28 tons.

We maintain 10,000+ tons of monthly production capacity, ensuring rapid fulfillment for even the largest project orders. All pipes can be customized with your brand embossing and color-coded end caps.

6 Reasons to Choose Our Scaffolding Pipes

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Multi-Standard Compliance

BS1139, EN39, EN10219, JIS 3444, KSD 3566, ASTM A53 — one source for all standards

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Certified HDG Coating

>40 micron zinc layer per ISO 1461. 280g/m² minimum for superior corrosion resistance

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Precision Dimensions

±0.5mm OD tolerance, ±10% WT tolerance. End-finished plain and burr-free for safety

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Multiple Steel Grades

S235, S275, S355, STK400, STK500, A36, A53 — choose the right grade for your load

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Optimized Packing

61 pipes per bundle for maximum container utilization. Steel strapped with edge protectors

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Custom Branding

Emboss your logo, trademark, and batch tracking codes directly on every pipe surface

Complete Scaffolding Pipe Size Range

Outer DiameterWall ThicknessSteel GradeStandardSurface FinishTypical Use
48.3mm3.2mm / 4.0mmS235 / S275BS1139 / EN39Hot-Dip GalvanizedUK & EU standard scaffolding
48.6mm1.8–2.5mmSTK400 / STK500JIS 3444 / KSD 3566Pre-Galvanized (GI)Japan & Korea lightweight scaffolding
42.7mm2.4–3.2mmS235 / S275EN39 / BS1139Hot-Dip GalvanizedLedgers & braces — lighter duty
60.3mm3.2–5.0mmS355 / S275EN10219Hot-Dip GalvanizedHeavy-duty standards & shoring
48.3mm2.5–3.0mmS235BS1139Black (Self-color)System scaffold manufacturing
Custom 20–89mm1.6–5.0mmAny gradePer specHDG / GI / Black / PaintedSpecial projects

Scaffolding Pipe Weight Tables — 6.0m & 6.4m Standard Lengths

6.0m (20ft) Standard Pipes

OD × WT (mm)GradeWeight (kg)61/Bundle (tons)
48.3 × 2.4S23516.300.99
48.3 × 2.5S23516.941.03
48.3 × 2.7S23518.221.11
48.3 × 3.0S23520.111.23
48.3 × 3.2S23521.361.30
48.3 × 4.0S23526.211.60
42.7 × 2.4S23514.310.87
42.7 × 3.0S23517.621.07
60.3 × 3.2S35527.041.65
60.3 × 4.0S35533.322.03

6.4m (21ft) Heavy-Duty & Per-Meter Reference

LengthOD × WT (mm)Weight (kg)kg/m
6.4m48.3 × 3.222.783.56
6.4m48.3 × 4.027.974.37
5.0m48.3 × 3.218.213.56
4.0m48.3 × 3.214.573.56
3.0m48.3 × 3.210.923.56
2.0m48.3 × 3.27.283.56
1.0m48.3 × 3.23.643.56
6.4m60.3 × 3.531.364.90
6.4m60.3 × 4.035.545.55
15ft48.3 × 4.019.861.32/ft

Steel Grade Selection for Every Application

PropertyS235 (EN39)S275 (EN10219)S355 (EN10219)STK500 (JIS/KSD)
Tensile Strength400 MPa410-560 MPa492 MPa500 MPa min
Yield Strength235 MPa275 MPa355 MPa355 MPa min
Elongation34%23%28%21%
Common OD48.3mm42.7 / 48.3mm48.3 / 60.3mm48.6mm
Typical WT3.2–4.0mm2.4–4.0mm3.2–5.0mm1.8–2.5mm
Best ForStandard EU constructionGeneral structural useHeavy-duty & shoringLightweight Asian markets

International Scaffolding Pipe Standards Comparison

StandardRegionODKey RequirementsSurface
BS1139UK / Commonwealth48.3mmNo aluminum requirement in compositionHDG required
EN39European Union48.3mmAluminum ≥ 0.02% in chemical compositionHDG required
EN10219EU (structural)42.7–89mmCold-formed welded hollow sections, S235–S460HDG or GI
JIS 3444Japan48.6mmSTK400/STK500, thin-wall lightweight tubesPre-Galvanized
KSD 3566South Korea48.6mmSimilar to JIS 3444, STK400/STK500 gradesPre-Galvanized
AS 1576Australia48.3mmAustralian scaffolding components standardHDG
ASTM A53USACustomPipe, steel, black and hot-dippedHDG / Black

Surface Treatment Options for Every Environment

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Hot-Dip Galvanized (HDG)

>40μm zinc layer, >280g/m² coating. Immersion in 450°C zinc bath. Required by BS1139 & EN39 for construction use. Ideal for coastal & marine projects.

Pre-Galvanized (GI / PGI)

6-35μm zinc coating. Made from pre-galvanized steel coil/strip. Standard for Japanese & Korean markets. Lower cost option for indoor or temporary use.

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Black (Self-Color)

No surface treatment. Raw ERW steel surface. Used primarily as raw material for system scaffolding manufacturing where further processing is required.

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Painted / Powder Coated

Custom color options with anti-corrosion paint or powder coating. Available for projects with specific aesthetic requirements or branding needs.

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End Finish: Plain

All pipes are end-plained and deburred. Clean, smooth edges for safe handling. No sharp burrs — compliant with site safety requirements.

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End Caps & Color Coding

Plastic end caps available in colors for quick size identification on site. Custom embossing for brand and batch traceability along pipe length.

Scaffolding Pipe Production & Quality Control

Where Our Scaffolding Pipes Are Used

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System Scaffold Standards

Ringlock, Cuplock, Kwikstage, All Round vertical posts — the backbone of modular scaffolding

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Tube & Clamp Scaffolding

Traditional tube-and-fitting access with forged couplers for maximum versatility on complex structures

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Construction Access

Commercial & residential building projects requiring safe, certified working platforms

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Infrastructure Projects

Bridge construction, tunnel formwork, dam maintenance — high-load civil engineering applications

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Industrial Maintenance

Petrochemical plants, power stations, shipyards — corrosion-resistant HDG essential

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Event & Stage Structures

Temporary event scaffolding, grandstands, stage support requiring quick assembly/disassembly

Quality & Testing Certifications

Every batch tested and certified before shipment

CE

EN1090-1

Structural steel certification

ISO

ISO 3834-2

Fusion welding quality

9001

ISO 9001

Quality management

1461

ISO 1461

HDG coating thickness

SGS

SGS Testing

Third-party inspection

BV

Bureau Veritas

Pre-shipment inspection

MTC

Mill Test Certificate

EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2

Load Tested

Capacity verified in-house

Scaffolding Pipes — Frequently Asked Questions

EN39 requires a minimum 0.02% aluminum content in the steel chemical composition to improve galvanizing adhesion, while BS1139 does not. Both standards specify OD 48.3mm with 3.2mm or 4.0mm wall thickness. EN39 also requires tighter dimensional tolerances. SINO EAST can supply to either standard based on your market requirements.
3.2mm (Type 3) and 4.0mm (Type 4) are the most commonly used for BS1139/EN39 standards. 4.0mm provides higher load capacity and longer service life — recommended for heavy-duty, rental, and infrastructure projects. 3.2mm is suitable for standard construction access. For Japanese/Korean markets, 2.0-2.5mm thin-wall pipes (JIS 3444/KSD 3566) are standard.
Yes — BS1139 and EN39 standards require hot-dip galvanized (HDG) finish for construction use pipes. The zinc coating must be >40 microns (280g/m² minimum) per ISO 1461. This ensures long-term corrosion resistance, especially for outdoor, coastal, and industrial environments. Pre-galvanized (GI) is acceptable in Japanese and Korean markets under JIS 3444/KSD 3566.
We supply S235 (EN39 standard grade), S275 (EN10219/EN10210), S355 (EN10219 high-strength, 492 MPa tensile), STK400 and STK500 (JIS 3444/KSD 3566), and ASTM A36/A53 grades. For specialty applications, we can source other grades. Each shipment includes EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates verifying the steel grade.
Standard export packing: 61 pipes per hexagonal bundle with steel strapping and edge protectors. Each 20ft container holds approximately 25-28 tons (about 18-20 bundles of 6m pipes). Short pipes use steel pallets. All bundles are labeled with specification, batch number, heat number, and production date for full traceability.
Standard minimum order is one 20ft container (approximately 25-28 tons). We also offer mixed container loads — combine different diameters, wall thicknesses, and lengths in one shipment. For smaller trial orders, LCL (less than container load) options are available. Contact our sales team for a customized quotation.

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