Sizing & Stats of Steel Round Bar – Steelmor
Steel round bar is just as its name suggests – long cylindrical bars of metal. These can be made from a variety of metals such as stainless steel, brass alloy … Read more
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Factors Impacting the Price of Steel – Steelmor
Those of us in certain manufacturing sectors are acutely aware of the fluctuating price of steel. As we know, steel is an essential element in so many areas, from major … Read more
Steel In Architecture – Steelmor
For many years post the twentieth century, steel played only a supporting role in architecture and construction. But since the industrial revolution, the use of steel in architecture has been … Read more
The Difference Between Welding and Fabrication- Steelmor
In the world of mechanical engineering, the terms welding and fabrication are most often used together. While this may make them sound like a single process, they are in fact … Read more
3D Metal Printing Has Arrived – Steelmor
From the first crude plastic toys which came out of the 1980s to the magnificently complex medical prosthetics now available, 3D printing has been expanding exponentially. It really was just … Read more
Business Benefits Of Sustainable Manufacturing (Part 1) – Steelmor
Part 1 Establishing sustainable manufacturing processes makes good business sense. What does that look like in the metal industry? What changes can we make to our purchasing and processing … Read more
Business Benefits Of Sustainable Manufacturing (Part 2) – Steelmor
Part 2 Our previous article touched on the business benefits of employing sustainable manufacturing processes in the areas of waste reduction and customer reach. From the smallest business to large … Read more
What Are The Best Protective Coatings For Steel? – Steelmor
The strength and durability of steel make it the popular choice for – well – almost anything, from small household appliances to massive sea-going vessels. However, the Achilles heel of … Read more
Smart Coatings are Smart Decisions – Steelmor
Smart coatings for metals sound like something out of science fiction. The technology behind it is an incredible process which is being widely used in medical, military, transport and construction … Read more
Understanding Carbon Tax in South Africa – Steelmor
Businesses in the manufacturing industry are by now very aware of the new carbon tax act which was gazetted in May 2019, and which came into effect from 01 June … Read more
The Magic of Medical Steel – Steelmor
Medical steel, also known as surgical steel, has proven itself as the best option in medicine for several reasons. The stringent requirements for durable and hypoallergenic metals need to be … Read more
Carbon Vs Alloy Steel – Steelmor
Steel is one of the most widely used materials across many industries. But what is the difference between carbon steel and alloy steel? Carbon steel is comprised of iron and … Read more
Metal Roofs in Solar Installations – Steelmor
Over the last few years, the use of metal as a roofing material has begun to increase. Metal has many benefits as a roof, being fire resistant and long-lasting. As … Read more
Sustainable Steel in Solar – Steelmor
Big industrial companies require large amounts of energy to run their day to day operations – steel industries being at the high end of this usage. While fossil fuels are … Read more
Judging the Strongest Metals – Steelmor
Metal is one of the most used and versatile materials in many industries, and what it is used for is dependant on its strength. While this may seem like a … Read more
What is Metal Pickling? – Steelmor
The process of metal pickling is a necessary part of the manufacture process and is a method of removing stains, rust or scale from ferrous metals. While there are newer … Read more
What Are the Benefits of Smooth Clean Surface (SCS)? – Steelmor
We recently chatted a little about metal pickling, and how it is a fast and efficient way to strip oxidation and impurities from metal before further processing. This surface is … Read more
Eco-Friendly Waste Management – Steelmor
The steelmaking industry is an energy-intensive process with a long process chain. The drive towards reusing and recycling in this industry and making it more ‘green’ is gaining ground with … Read more
(EPS) – A Green Pickling Option for Steel – Steelmor
We’ve recently discussed various metal treatments including the most common form of pickling, that being acid pickling in hydrochloric or sulphuric acid. Another more eco-friendly way of removing surface oxides … Read more
Steel Pipe vs Plastic Pipe in South Africa – Steelmor
The ongoing debate of steel pipe versus plastic pipe in plumbing generally comes down to cost versus practicality and longevity. What are the best choices for our plumbing systems in … Read more