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Metal Made Easy - News & Blog
AISI 1018 steel is an extremely popular metal option that provides excellent machinability, weldability, and versatility for various industrial applications.
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What is Metal Fatigue?
Metal fatigue can cause catastrophic failures without warning, such as a fan blade separating from a jet engine, causing damage or even...
READ MORE10 Things You Didn't Know About Metal
Metals are some of the most important materials on Earth. Check out these fun facts about metal. The periodic table consists of 118 known...
READ MOREBenefits of Using Diamond Tread Plate and Floor Pl...
The three names, "tread plate," "diamond plate," and "floor plate," can be confusing, but essentially they are all metal sheet or plate...
READ MOREDifferent SAE/AISI Grades of Steel
Steel is one of the most versatile and widely used materials within the construction, manufacturing, and engineering industries. Its...
READ MOREAluminum versus Steel: Which is Better for Constru...
Among the most used materials for construction, aluminum and steel remain highly useful metals. From interior options to exterior...
READ MORE7 Surprising Things Made of Brass
Brass – an alloy of copper and zinc – is one of the most widely used alloys. Known for its decorative attributes and bright gold...
READ MOREAluminum Properties and Alloy Characteristics
As a versatile alloy, aluminum’s lightweight properties along with its conductivity make it a commonly used material with a wide range of...
READ MORE4 Things To Consider When Selecting a Tool Grade S...
Known for their distinct hardness, tool steels are used to make cutting tools including knives and drills, as well as to create dies that...
READ MORE4 Key Factors to Consider when Choosing Metal
Choosing a suitable metal for a project is much like choosing the right bullet for a gun. If the characteristics and specifications of the...
READ MOREBest Heat Conductive Metals
Thermal conductivity is the term that describes how quickly a material absorbs heat from areas of high temperature and moves it toward...
READ MOREBest Methods for Cutting Steel
In today’s modern era of technology, cutting steel is much easier than it was in the past. Selecting the proper method depends on your job...
READ MOREConsiderations When Choosing Stainless Steel Grade...
Stainless steel alloys are known for their decorative appeal and enhanced corrosion resistance, making them some of the most sought-after...
READ MOREConventional Metal Cutting vs Laser Cutting
Metal cutting techniques have changed a lot over the last century. Gone are the days of painstakingly cutting massive metal slabs by hand...
READ MORECorrugated Metal Roofing: Definition and Advantage...
When thinking about roofing materials, shingles often come to mind. Whether asphalt or wood, shingles are generally easy to install and...
READ MOREDIY Candle Holders
How to Craft a DIY Candle Holder If you’re looking for your next project, candle lanterns are fun and easy to make yourself. They make...
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Looking for a fun DIY project creating a large metal wall clock? This project doubles as wall art, and depending on the way it’s designed,...
READ MOREDoes Steel Rust?
Rust is a reddish-brown iron oxide that forms when iron reacts with oxygen and water. Standard steel contains significant amounts of iron,...
READ MOREGalvanized vs. Galvalume Steel: A Comparative Anal...
Industrial applications such as building, roofing, siding, and construction require top-tier materials for enhanced strength and protection...
READ MOREGarden and DIY Metal Projects In One Weekend
When Spring is just around the corner it’s the perfect time of year to plan your DIY home & garden projects. And the best kinds of projects...
READ MOREGuide to Understanding Abrasive Wheels
Whether you are cutting off a frozen bolt, prepping for a weld, or you want to create a beautiful brushed pattern on stainless steel sheet,...
READ MOREHighlighting the Work of Metal-Based Artists
Artistic sculpture made of industrial metals such as steel and copper sheet is becoming more and more popular, for use in both modern and...
READ MOREHot Rolled Steel vs. Cold Rolled Steel
You may have heard of both hot rolled steel and cold rolled steel, but do you know the difference between them? If not, we’re here to help....
READ MOREHow Metal Distributors Cut Your Metal
Cutting metal is achieved with many different methods. Secondary services from metal distributors offer professional precision in cutting...
READ MOREHow to Bend Metal Bars and Rods
If you’re ready to start bending metal but aren’t sure where to begin, we can help with our easy-to-follow instructions. Before you get...
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