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You may already know a lot about the durability of stainless steel against a variety of stress factors as this is well documented. The tensile strength and impact tolerance of steel far outweigh that of many other metals, but what isn’t as well known is the heat resistance of stainless steel. In other words.. what […]
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You could say that stainless steel has a lot going for it. Aside from its resistance to corrosion and staining, the vast majority of stainless steel products have long lives. On average stainless steel products such as counter-tops, cutlery, saucepans, tubing, pressure vessels and exhaust systems can be expected to last for 15-25 years. For […]
If like me you’re a lover of renovation programs on the TV you may have heard on more than one occasion that the owner needs to install a lintel before they make any major restorations. But do you really know what a lintel is and more importantly, why and when it’s used? Let’s take a […]
While protective treatments are designed to prolong the life of many metals, those which are used in high temperature situations are particularly vulnerable. Those materials which are designed to operate in high temperatures eg, furnaces, rooftop HVAC systems, kitchen ranges and barbecue burners, can find themselves subject to weakening and problematic stress fractures. Of course […]
Metal products are often a sign of quality and workmanship and as such they require a certain amount of upkeep in order to maintain their sleek modern look. Of course, we’re not referring to major work, but rather simple cleaning in order to keep them stain and smudge free. With this in mind, let’s take […]
Like a selection of other processes such as powder coating, hot dip galvanisation or HDG for short is carried out to prolong the life of the steel product. It’s a process that is over 150 years old and involves immersing the metal into a bath of zinc which is heated to high temperatures (around 460 […]
Stainless steel has been an essential part of our everyday lives for the best part of a century. From the smallest zip to the largest skyscraper, it’s everywhere. While its strength, low maintenance, and resistance to corrosion are ideal for a wide variety of components and structures, perhaps the most important feature of stainless steel […]
Manufacturers who make vehicle parts are constantly being challenged to achieve measured results consistently. More often than not their margins are squeezed and any defects can result in product recalls which cost time and money, not to mention extra resources. All the while these factors can negatively impact on a manufacturer’s reputation, even to the […]
While there are a multitude of stainless steel alloys on the market, it can be tough to find the perfect metal for your needs. One of the first thingS that buyers look at is the cost rather than the performance. As such it’s easy to be swayed by the cheaper price. While in some cases […]
In many manufacturing applications it’s important to apply specialised powder steel coatings. Aside from adding a splash of colour to an otherwise dull finish, powder coating provides a great deal of protection too. But the question is… with a multitude of coatings available, which type should you use? Applying the right application Because powder coating […]