Few metals can match the strength and durability of stainless steel—this makes it an ideal candidate for a wide set of applications. Plus, due to its corrosion resistance, it can also be used in a variety of tools, equipment, and…
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Most Common Uses of Aluminum
Aluminum, the silvery-white malleable metal, is the third most abundant element (after oxygen and silicon) in the Earth's crust. In fact, it makes up approximately 8% of it. Over the centuries, people have discovered many uses for aluminum, making it…
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What Is Polycarbonate Plastic
Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic (a substance that becomes plastic when heated and hardens when cooled) that has found a home as one of the most multipurpose plastics available on the market. From the case you trust to protect your cellphone…
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What Is UHMW Plastic?
With the variety of plastic materials available for building projects, it can be difficult to decide what type is the best for your project. Ultra-high-molecular-weight polythene (UHMW plastic) is an excellent choice for a variety of projects, despite its often-overlooked potential as a building…
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What Is the Difference Between Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Metals?
When looking at different metals, ferrous and non-ferrous labels appear frequently. Due to this we often stumble upon the question, What is the difference between ferrous and non-ferrous metals? The most common deferentiation among the two depends on whether a…
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Steel Facts: the Fun and the Functional
What is steel, and what are its uses? You probably already have some ideas about how to answer these questions, since steel is a bedrock of our buildings, our mobility, our health, and our security. But there is much to…
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Metal Corrosion Prevention Tips and Techniques
Metal corrosion prevention is important for everyone to understand. Most people are familiar with metal corrosion in the form of rusting vehicles, especially when looking to purchase a vehicle. Generally, you'll want to avoid a rusting vehicle because it signifies…
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Aluminum 101: Everything You Need to Know
From soda cans made of aluminum to the aluminum foil you use in your kitchen, aluminum is pretty common in our daily lives. But just how much do you know about this common metal. Do you know where aluminum is…
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