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Weathering Steel: A Guide to Corten and the A/B Equivalents, Origins & Standards
Introduction Weathering steel (WS), which is also called low-alloy steel, is steel with a carbon content of less than 0.2 wt.% to which alloying elements, mostly Cu, Cr, Ni, P, Si, and Mn, add up to no more than 3–5 wt.% [1]. The chemicals in these steel alloys are...
What are Aluminium Alloys ?
Alloys made of aluminium are very robust, reliable, and adaptable. They are one of the most popular metal materials, along with steel, and are highly sought-after in engineering, construction, and automotive applications. Learn more about the benefits, uses, and...
Welding Stainless Steel
Few metals can equal stainless steel's ability to survive extreme environments and remarkable resistance to corrosion. This makes it perfect for a variety of industries, including chemical processing and medical equipment. But when working with metal, welding is...
WHAT METALS ARE MAGNETIC?
There are three elemental metals that are magnetic: Iron Cobalt Nickel Compounds and alloys can also be magnetic if they contain iron, cobalt, or nickel. Common magnetic alloys include: Many types of steel Many types of stainless steel Ferrite Alnico...
Steel Pipe Dimensions & Sizes Chart (Schedule 40, 80 Pipe) Means
People don't always know how to talk about the sizes of steel pipes in the right way, or how to tell the seller what size pipe we're going to buy. If there were any misunderstandings or if we bought the wrong size, that would be a big problem. So, what are the right...
Can Sheet Metal Be Made Any Thinner?
Metal thickness is a crucial factor in any production process. It is crucial to almost all metal forming processes, including welding, fabrication, and finishing. The primary factor influencing any metal's thickness is its intended function. The discovered metal...
What Makes Stainless Steel Non-Magnetic?
Stainless steel is a type of metal that doesn't rust or break down easily. It is also not magnetic, which means a magnet won't stick to it. But what is it that doesn't make stainless steel magnetic? Let's find out what this has to do with science. Iron, chromium,...
Different Types Of Steel Plates Used For Construction
Introduction One of the common building materials in the modern world is steel plates. The term "steel plates" refers to a grouping of two parallel steel sheets joined together by welding or tie bars. One of the most adaptable building materials is steel plate, which...
What Methods Of Heat Treatment Are Utilized In The Production Of Steel?
Introduction The oil and gas industry employs a wide range of advanced techniques. One such crucial technique is the use of heat treatment. It is an essential stage in the creation of a number of materials used in the oil and gas industries. To achieve the desired...
What is Food-grade stainless steel and its benefits ?
Introduction Steel is used a lot in Indian homes for cooking and eating because it is cheap, lasts a long time, and doesn't rust. Even though stainless steel is used everywhere in the home, do we really know if the stainless steel we use is safe for our bodies? ...
Steel Pipes used in Process Industries
What are Pipes? Long, hollow steel pipes are employed for a variety of applications and circumstances. Due to their adaptability, pipes are the most profitable product in the steel sector. They are widely utilized to transport movable fluids and tiny solid particles....
Which is better? 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel
You would think that stainless steel doesn't stain based on its name, but you'd be wrong. Although it is less susceptible to stains than other iron-based metals, stainless steel is not truly "stainless". Stainless steel can develop fingerprint and grease stains,...
All About Mild Steel
Introduction Mild steel is a type of carbon steel that has very little carbon in it. It is also called "low carbon steel." Depending on the source, the amount of carbon in mild steel ranges from 0.05% to 0.25% by weight. On the other hand, higher carbon steels usually...
Different Type of Steel Reinforcement Bars
Introduction Concrete structures use a variety of steel bar kinds. The concrete structure is strengthened with reinforced steel bars, ensuring its durability. Concrete is made using 5 different types of steel reinforcement bars. Hot Rolled Deformed Bars Cold Rolled...
A Look into the Process of Galvanizing Steel Pipes
Introduction Metal PreparationDipping Phase into Molten ZincCooling, Finishing, and DryingQuality Control Galvanized iron pipes are used for a lot of practical things, like moving water, farming, phone lines, and plumbing. Galvanized iron pipes can be used both inside...
How Does Carbon Steel Differ from Alloy Steel?
Introduction Carbon makes up between 0.02% and 2.1% of both kinds of steel, so why is carbon steel a type of steel? Most of the time, when people say "carbon steel," they mean either carbon steel or low alloy steel. Alloy steel, on the other hand, is a type of steel...
Features and Advantages of Hardox 400 Plates
What are Hardox 400 Plates? Hardox 400 is a high-quality material that can be used for many different things. Hardox 400 lasts a long time and protects against corrosion, which makes it useful in a wide range of applications where there are many different kinds of...
Benefits of Stainless Steel for Projects involving Fabrication
Introduction The wide use of stainless steel has changed the way metallurgical science is done. Stainless steel is the best metal for winning in the history of the world. Improvements have been made to a wide range of manufacturing equipment, from those used in the...
New steel minister Jyotiraditya Scindia takes charge
Introduction Jyotiraditya Scindia, the newly appointed steel minister, promised greater autonomy and "no inference" from the ministry in their internal affairs during a marathon six-hour meeting with all public sector organizations under the ministry's...
ISMC (Indian Standard Medium Channel) Weight chart
The Indian Standard Medium Channel (ISMC) weight chart is a tool used to calculate the weight of various steel products in India. The weights are calculated based on the dimensions of the products, such as width, height, and length. Manufacturers use this weight chart...
Govt directs steel industry to draw a time-bound action plan to lower CO2 emissions
In order to comply with the government's COP26 commitments, the Ministry of Steel has requested the stakeholders to develop a time-bound action plan to cut emissions in the steel industry. A government report states that whereas the iron and steel sector generally...
How is India planning to decarbonise the steel industry
Introduction Steel is one of the most important parts of modern society, and as one of the most important materials for engineering and building, it is used in many parts of our lives. At the moment, the steel industry is one of the three industries that make the most...
Titanium Price
Introduction Many of us associate titanium with high-quality metals used in NASA spacecraft and other modern technology. The name alone gives us a clue, as it conjures up images of the Titans, the mighty giants who came before the gods of Olympus. It is aptly named,...
Low-Alloy Steel Grades Chart
What are low alloy steels?Low alloy steels are categorized as such when their composition contains alloy elements like Ni, Cr, Mo, and others, but in quantities less than 10.5%. These steels typically include small additions of chrome and nickel, extending up to...
What is Flange Rating?
A flange rating, also known as a flange class or pressure class, is a numerical designation that indicates the maximum allowable pressure and temperature that a flange can withstand. Flange ratings are standardized by various organizations, such as the American...
What are a few examples of how pipes are used in the home?
Introduction Residential Uses of Pipes Plumbing Sewage Electrical conduits Decorative HVAC systems In a variety of residential applications, pipes are utilized to manage a structure's plumbing, sewage, electrical, and HVAC systems. Because they are designed to improve...
Steel production-linked incentive: The deadline for submitting an application for the PLI is likely to be extended once more.
Introduction As a result, instead of 2023-24, as suggested in the scheme guideline released in October, the scheme's incentives would be released in 2024-25. The deadline for applying for the Rs 6,322-crore production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for specialty steel...
Various tests to ensure the quality of steel pipes
Introduction Destructive testNon-destructive testHydro testingPositive material identification test A quality test is required for steel pipes in order to establish how well they will operate under high-stress conditions. Steel pipes are frequently utilized in...
Stainless Steel Rebars: Types and Properties
Introduction The use of stainless steel in the construction industry is increasing by the day. Why not, after all? Stainless steel is the most cost-effective and corrosion-resistant steel reinforcing alternative in most services. The need for maintenance during the...
Inconel vs Hastelloy.
What exactly is Inconel? Inconel is an oxidation-corrosion-resistant material that is well suited for high-temperature and high-pressure applications. When Inconel alloy is heated, it generates a thick, stable oxide layer that shields the surface from further attack....