B-Post - Smarter Strength for Demanding Openings
Discover the quick, simple and cost effective alternative to hot rolled steel
- Savings of 40-75% when compared to hot rolled steel posts
- B-Post contains carbon negative timber from sustainably managed forests
- Standardised design and detailing reduces the chances of installation defects
- B-Post is fixed directly to structural substrate and is independent of partitions
Time to re-think how we build openings in partition walls
Our Betan B-Post is a patented innovation that redefines how demanding openings are supported within drywall partitions. Unlike traditional hot rolled steel—which is heavy, costly, and often over-engineered; the B-Post is a purpose-designed system, lighter to handle yet proven to perform. By sitting seamlessly within the partition wall cavity, it delivers strength and compliance without the drawbacks of steel.
Designed to Reduce Defects
B-Post was created to address real-world site challenges, which until now required bespoke hot rolled steelwork to support heavy door sets and large service openings. By standardising the solution with minimal components and supplying it in kit form, Betan is leading the way in eliminating installation defects and noncompliance issues.
Smarter Program & Cost Benefits
Traditional hot rolled posts often require engineering design, long lead times and expensive site alterations. The B-Post challenges this with an off-the-shelf kit that can be installed with standard tools and instructions. Its built-in flexibility allows on-site adjustments without redesign, delivering higher performance at 40-75% of the hot rolled steel costs.
Environmental Responsibility
Hot rolled steel carries one of the highest embodied carbon footprints in construction. By contrast, the B-Post is a carbon-negative material that locks away more CO₂ than it emits during production. Every installation contributes to lower project emissions while supporting sustainable regenerative forestry.
| Hot Rolled Steel Posts | B-Post | |
|---|---|---|
| (70x70x6mm SHS) | V | (70x75mm B-Post) |
| 100m of SHS creates approx. 2,773 kgCO₂eq of carbon emissions in Production phase (A1-A3) | V | 100m of B-Post creates 148 kgCO₂eq of carbon emissions in the Production phase (A1-A3) |
| There is no stored carbon in hot rolled steel | V | 100m of B-Post includes 388 kgCO₂eq carbon storage therefore timber elements are carbon negative (-240kg CO₂eq) |
| Hot rolled steel comes from a finite iron mining source | V | B-Post comes from renewable, sustainably managed forests with continual replanting |
| High energy demand needed to manufacture heavy duty bracketry required to fix hot rolled posts | V | Cold rolled bracketry with no welding, reduces energy consumption and waste |
| Can be recycled, but is energy-intensive | V | Can be efficiently reprocessed into Bio-energy |
| Heavy, fewer pieces per load = higher transport emissions | V | Lightweight, more pieces per load = lower transportation emissions |
Safer Handling & Better Logistics
On site, the difference is immediate. B-Posts are lightweight enough to be moved by hand, reducing manual handling risks and eliminating the need for specialist lifting equipment. With no hot works required, installation is safer, faster, and cleaner; improving site logistics while supporting your health and safety goals.
Proven Compliance, Built In
B-Post is tested to industry standards: Severe duty strength and robustness to BS 5234-2:1992 and integration within 60 minute fire rated walls tested to BS EN 1364-1:2015. Sitting entirely within the stud wall cavity, the B-Post is protected from fire by the partition boards with no additional linings required. Fixings directly into the substrate at head and base, ensure the B-Post remains self supporting and independent of the partition wall system
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