Aluminum Truss Supplier in Belgium: Technical Buying Guide

Looking for an aluminum truss supplier in Belgium to equip a stage, a booth or an event structure? This technical guide helps you compare offers and select the models suited to your needs, based on verifiable data.

Why aluminum truss?

6082/6061-T6 aluminum is an alloy commonly used in the manufacture of lightweight and strong structures. It offers a good strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance suited to indoor and outdoor use. Aluminum trusses are therefore preferred for stages, podiums, LED screens and load-bearing structures.

Criteria for choosing a supplier

Beyond price, consider:

  • Certifications: TÜV Rheinland certification attests to the conformity of the announced load capacities. A serious supplier can provide the tested load tables.
  • Material quality: main tubes, secondary tubes and diagonals must be clearly specified (dimensions and alloy).
  • Length range: standard lengths from 50 cm to 400 cm allow you to adjust the structure without multiplying connectors.
  • Connector compatibility: spigot systems make assembly and disassembly quick and easy.
  • Export experience: a manufacturer accustomed to international shipments masters packaging and customs documents.

Available models and their applications

Here is a selection of aluminum trusses, with their specifications and tested load capacities.

WRF-29 Ladder Truss

This ladder truss is suited to light structures: WRF-29 Ladder Truss.

  • Tubes: main 50x3 mm, secondary 25x2 mm, diagonal 20x2 mm.
  • Material: 6082/6061-T6.
  • Lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300 cm.
  • Loads (span / distributed load / point load): 1 m / 990 kg/m / 990 kg; 2 m / 340 kg/m / 340 kg; 3 m / 168 kg/m / 115 kg; 4 m / 87 kg/m / 43 kg; 5 m / 51 kg/m / 20 kg; 6 m / 26 kg/m / 10 kg.

Typical use: small stages, display stands, decorative structures.

WRT-29 Triangle Truss

The triangle truss offers good rigidity for versatile applications: WRT-29 Triangle Truss.

  • Tubes: main 50x3 mm, secondary 30x2 mm, diagonal 20x2 mm.
  • Material: 6082/6061-T6.
  • Lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400 cm.
  • Loads: 3 m / 371 kg/m / 557 kg; 4 m / 250 kg/m / 500 kg; 5 m / 139 kg/m / 348 kg; 6 m / 109 kg/m / 327 kg; 7 m / 85 kg/m / 298 kg; 8 m / 67 kg/m / 268 kg.

Typical use: suspended structures, lighting, sound reinforcement.

WRS-29 Square Truss

Square truss for moderate loads: WRS-29 Square Truss.

  • Tubes: main 50x3 mm, secondary 25x2 mm, diagonal 20x2 mm.
  • Material: 6082/6061-T6.
  • Lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400 cm.
  • Loads: 1 m / 1942 kg/m / 1942 kg; 2 m / 976 kg/m / 1899 kg; 3 m / 658 kg/m / 1766 kg; 4 m / 488 kg/m / 1466 kg; 5 m / 392 kg/m / 1150 kg; 6 m / 317 kg/m / 948 kg.

Typical use: gantries, stage structures, screen supports.

WRS-30 Square Truss

Similar to the WRS-29 but with slightly different characteristics: WRS-30 Square Truss.

  • Tubes: main 50x3 mm, secondary 25x2 mm, diagonal 20x2 mm.
  • Material: 6082/6061-T6.
  • Lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400 cm.
  • Loads: 1 m / 1942 kg/m / 1942 kg; 2 m / 976 kg/m / 1899 kg; 3 m / 658 kg/m / 1766 kg; 4 m / 488 kg/m / 1466 kg; 5 m / 392 kg/m / 1150 kg; 6 m / 317 kg/m / 948 kg.

Typical use: same applications as the WRS-29.

WRS-40 Square Truss

Reinforced square truss for larger spans: WRS-40 Square Truss.

  • Tubes: main 50x3 mm, secondary 30x2 mm, diagonal 25x2 mm.
  • Material: 6082/6061-T6.
  • Lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400 cm.
  • Loads: 3 m / 936 kg/m / 718 kg; 4 m / 732 kg/m / 680 kg; 5 m / 465 kg/m / 644 kg; 6 m / 320 kg/m / 612 kg; 7 m / 232 kg/m / 585 kg; 8 m / 176 kg/m / 560 kg.

Typical use: medium-sized stages, structures with suspended loads.

WRS-4060 Square Truss

Rectangular truss for heavy loads: WRS-4060 Square Truss.

  • Tubes: main 50x3 mm, secondary 50x2 mm, diagonal 30x2 mm.
  • Material: 6082/6061-T6.
  • Lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400 cm.
  • Loads: 4 m / 805 kg/m / 1610 kg; 5 m / 560 kg/m / 1400 kg; 6 m / 403 kg/m / 1209 kg; 7 m / 301 kg/m / 1054 kg; 8 m / 247 kg/m / 988 kg; 9 m / 210 kg/m / 945 kg.

Typical use: large stages, roof structures, gantries for LED screens.

WRS-52 520x520 Square Truss

Truss with a 520x520 mm section for very large spans: WRS-52 520x520 Square Truss.

  • Tubes: main 50x3 mm, secondary 50x2 mm, diagonal 25x2 mm.
  • Material: 6082/6061-T6.
  • Lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400 cm.
  • Loads: 7 m / 460 kg/m / 1255 kg; 8 m / 346 kg/m / 1130 kg; 9 m / 303 kg/m / 1008 kg; 10 m / 241 kg/m / 923 kg; 11 m / 182 kg/m / 885 kg; 12 m / 164 kg/m / 782 kg.

Typical use: stadiums, large events, heavy suspended structures.

WRS-5060 500x600 Square Truss

500x600 mm rectangular truss for high loads: WRS-5060 500x600 Square Truss.

  • Tubes: main 50x3 mm, secondary 50x2 mm, diagonal 30x2 mm.
  • Material: 6082/6061-T6.
  • Lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400 cm.
  • Loads: 4 m / 805 kg/m / 1610 kg; 5 m / 560 kg/m / 1400 kg; 6 m / 403 kg/m / 1209 kg; 7 m / 301 kg/m / 1054 kg; 8 m / 247 kg/m / 988 kg; 9 m / 210 kg/m / 945 kg.

Typical use: complex stage structures, roofs, industrial applications.

How to use the load tables?

The tables indicate the distributed load (kg/m) and the point load (kg) depending on the span. To size correctly:

  1. Determine the free span between the support points.
  2. Identify the type of load (distributed or point).
  3. Check that the actual load, increased by a safety factor, remains below the values in the table.
  4. Take dynamic loads (wind, movement) into account for outdoor structures.

If in doubt, consult an engineering office.

Sourcing in Belgium: best practices

  • Ask for certificates: TÜV Rheinland and ISO 9001:2015 are quality guarantees.
  • Check the origin: a direct manufacturer (factory) can provide detailed technical documents.
  • Plan for connectors: make sure the spigots are included or available separately.
  • Anticipate lead times: international shipping can take time; plan your orders accordingly.
  • Request a detailed quote: it must mention the models, lengths, quantities and accessories.

FAQ

What is the difference between a ladder truss and a square truss? The ladder truss (such as the WRF-29) is lighter and suited to simple structures. The square truss (such as the WRS-29) offers better rigidity and supports higher loads, making it suitable for gantries and stages.

Are the indicated load capacities guaranteed? The mentioned load capacities come from TÜV Rheinland tests. They are provided for information only and must be verified by an engineering office for each specific application.

Do you offer custom lengths? Standard lengths range from 50 cm to 400 cm depending on the models. For specific needs, contact the manufacturer to study feasibility.

How to get a quote? Contact the manufacturer specifying the models, lengths, quantities and destination. A detailed quote will be sent to you.