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Ferrous metals are those that contain iron, such as steel, cast iron and stainless steel. Learn more about them and their benefits with metals4U.

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What is Unistrut? Unistrut is the leading metal framing and routing solution to your cable management needs. The extensive Unistrut product range consists of a comprehensive line of channels and fittings in mild steel. The products can be used for

What is 3103 grade Manganese Aluminium? Manganese is combined with aluminium to improve both its chemical resistance and strength. This process is called intermetallic phases whereby the new alloy has a different crystallographic structure than bo

Find out about the gauge system and how to use a gauge conversion chart to determine the thickness of sheet metal.

Chromoly steel is a type of low-alloy steel which is stronger and more durable, weight for weight, than mild carbon steel. The name is derived from the two major alloying elements contained – chromium and molybdenum. The additional chrome increases

Steel is a common and versatile material with uses in construction, manufacturing, engineering and more, and in this article, we will be exploring alloy steels. Steels fall broadly into four categories: carbon, stainless, tool and alloys. Technically

Which are the metals that do not rust? Rust is a common iron oxide with a reddish-brown appearance that is formed on a metal when iron and oxygen react with a catalyst such as water or air-moisture, it is a type of corrosion, weakening the metal and