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
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
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
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
Long before fabrication begins, before the men and machines are hauled in to form chunks of metal into precisely crafted pieces of a building puzzle, the process of steel detailing … Read more
In basic terms, shop drawings are a drawn version of the same information that is shown in the construction documents. Shop drawings are created by the contractor or fabricator, and … Read more
If you are thinking of going into a career in metalwork, then you should look into some career information on the different options in the industry. Whether you are good … Read more
You already know that stainless steel is the most versatile of options. But while it is versatile as a metal in general, it is the same again in each style … Read more
Steel is one of the most common materials in the world and there are many sub-categories of steel depending on the various qualities and characteristics of a particular build. The … Read more
Buildings and infrastructure take up more than 50% of global steel production. Steel resources can be implemented to address many socio-economic issues. For example, urbanization, expanding populations, poverty, and the … Read more
A steel composite flooring system consists of steel beams, metal decking and concrete which are combined in a very efficient way to encompass the best properties of each material to … Read more
The debate of steel vs concrete is a big one in the construction industry. Both can be used for underlying structure, and both have their pros and cons. The choice … Read more
Metal powder bed fusion is an amazing process. It brings simplicity and complexity together in manufacturing. It’s a process where precision meets adaptability and strength. This outstanding process is worth … Read more
As new technology advances, cyber threats which include information theft, data loss and data under attack are omnipresent. No matter what industry one operates in, every working individual is at … Read more
In those loaded seconds of dark between pulling down welding helmets and the first bright spark of a welding arc, you and your helmet share a private moment. In the … Read more
The industry of metal fabrication affects various sectors from the automotive sector through to the mining sectors. Because of this, those in the industry need to be as adaptable as … Read more
New challenges for manufacturers thanks to the unusual market conditions of 2020 and 2021 have, in all likelihood, accelerated the pace of innovation in CNC technology. Industry designers are responding … Read more
Finding a great manufacturing project manager is like finding gold – rare. But it’s hopeless. At least ten essential attributes could be needed to accomplish the job, but limiting it … Read more
The steel industry is a giant, so it stands to reason that there are various steel coatings, and each one is designed for a specific reason. But how do you … Read more
Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, 5G, and Augmented Reality. Just a few years ago these terms sounded futuristic. Now they’re exciting realities. Smart innovations are in our kitchens, cars and phones. … Read more