How Does Powder Coating Work? – Steelmor
What do bicycles, aluminium doors and kitchen cabinets all have in common? There’s a very good chance that they have all been subjected to the magic of powder coating. How … Read more
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Stainless Steel and Superalloys in Turbine Engines – Steelmor
For those of us who are fortunate enough to travel internationally, we may take for granted the components that make up the incredibly robust body of the air carrier we … Read more
Steel Containers | Versatile Recycling Project – Steelmor
An Exciting and Versatile Recycling Project We all understand that steel is recyclable and used in a plethora of applications. But, did you know how steel containers are being used … Read more
The Science Behind Hardening Steel – Steelmor
Steel – as incredible a medium as it is – is simply too soft to be used for many applications. Think about tools, machine parts and dies which need to … Read more
Waterjet Cutting “Steels” The Show – Steelmor
There is no denying the power and versatility of water. Just watch waves crashing onto the rocks or torrential rain as it washes away anything in its path – it’s … Read more
Steel Tendons – When Stress is a Good Thing – Steelmor
Steel tendons in the form of a high tensile-strength wire (cables or wire rope) have proven their worth in construction over the years. In order to counteract the expected applied … Read more
We’re Looking Out for Green Steel – Steelmor
We well know that steel manufacturing is an environmentally costly process. As it stands, creating one tonne of steel releases two tonnes of C0₂, as well as being a major … Read more
There’s No Cutting Corners With CNC Machining – Steelmor
Computer-numerical control (CNC) machining is synonymous with fast, accurate and safe manufacturing processes. The evolving speed and accuracy of these systems make for super-efficient production of complex parts, and alongside … Read more
Metal Shearing – Cutting Edge Tech at Your Fingertips – Steelmor
It’s a great option as it’s both fast and cheap! No, we’re not talking about 5G connectivity, nor are we referring to the latest small hatchback. What we’re referring to … Read more
Steel In Solar – Another Check for Sustainability – Steelmor
The Atacama Desert in Chile is 50 times drier than Death Valley with daytime temperatures hovering around 40°C and plummeting to 5°C overnight. The El Romero solar farm which went … Read more
Steel Innovations Are On The Rise – Steelmor
It really is an incredible time to be alive! The rate at which technology is evolving is breath-taking and grants out-of-the-box thinkers all new platforms on which to build their … Read more
The Role of Steel Structures in Natural Disasters – Steelmor
The world continues to reel from natural disasters – from runaway fires to hurricanes. The most recent event, Tropical Cyclone Idai, has been cited as one of the worst cyclones … Read more
Fit For Purpose – Differences Between Stainless Steel and Aluminium
What Are The Main Differences Between Stainless Steel and Aluminium Lightweight, highly resistant to corrosion and easy to form – aluminium certainly has a great deal to offer. Dense, heat … Read more
Cleaning Stainless Steel Products is Simple – Steelmor
Yes, we love the shine and longevity of stainless steel. What we have all found though, is that it’s not always as stainless as we’d like to think. Thankfully, cleaning … Read more
Steel Versus Wood in the Sustainability Issue – Steelmor
As the global move toward green buildings and sustainable building practices gains ground, we unearth more and more valuable information on how and why we do what we do. One … Read more
Steel Building Frames – Steelmor
The Superiority of Steel Building Frames If you’re looking for a way of building that offers quality, is cost and energy efficient and goes up rather quickly, we’ve got some … Read more
More than Surface Deep – Stainless Steel Finishes – Steelmor
When it comes to choosing stainless steel finishes, one needs to consider more than just the appearance of the material. Whatever the intended use, choosing the right finish is essential. … Read more
How Does the Metal Recycling Process Work? – Steelmor
From cars to planes, refrigerators to computers, metal is an essential part of our everyday life. Of course, as with any product that eventually outlives its usefulness, even metal can … Read more
Best Tools For Cutting Sheet Metal – Steelmor
What Are The Best Tools For Cutting Sheet Metal? We’ve all heard the saying, “A bad worker blames his tools.” While this may be something of a cliché, it does … Read more
Advance Steel 2019 – What’s New? – Steelmor
From design to construction, the recent advances in the Autodesk software, Advance Steel, is still saving companies numerous days per project while at the same time keeping costs well within … Read more