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Stainless steel: six common questions

You’ll find stainless steel almost everywhere, from architectural structures to cutlery. But what makes this versatile material so useful? Here we look into six common questions about stainless steel.

Stainless steel: six common questions

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Four reasons to use structural steel

The type of material you choose for your project will have an effect on a range of factors. Here, we outline the key reasons to use structural steel and break down some of the advantages that structural steel offers.

Four reasons to use structural steel

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Tool steel grades explained

Here, we outline different types of tool steel grades and break down some of the most common tool steel grades in the market, O1 and W1.

Tool steel grades explained

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Galvanised steel tube coatings

There are several ways of applying galvanised coatings, with each process having its own unique characteristics and performance. Here, our friends at Austube Mills delve into the advantages and disadvantages of various types.

Galvanised steel tube coatings

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Heat treating processes for metals

Metal is one of the most versatile materials. Thanks to its mechanical and chemical stability, metal can be processed in many different ways… the possibilities are endless! One of the most common methods of processing metals is heat treatment.

Heat treating processes for metals

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The importance of steel protection

Architects and engineers know all too well the importance of steel protection. That’s because if steel is exposed to too much moisture, salt or heat, corrosion can quickly deteriorate the quality of your steel.

The importance of steel protection

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The safety gear you need for your next steel project

Whether you’re welding or cutting, safety gear is a crucial part of ensuring your protection while working with steel.

The safety gear you need for your next steel project

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Full length vs cut to length vs steel offcuts

We explain the difference between full length, cut to length and steel offcuts so you can always get the right product for the job.

Full length vs cut to length vs steel offcuts

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Brass vs copper – which should you choose?

If you’re unsure which you need, we’ve broken down the differences between brass vs copper to help you choose the right metal for your application.

Brass vs copper – which should you choose?

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The differences between aluminium grades and tempers

We break down the differences between tempers and grades for aluminium, and the various designations, variations and grades to consider for your next metal project.

The differences between aluminium grades and tempers

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