The number one enemy of custom steel fabrication has always been steel corrosion. It damages structures made from steel, disrupts fabrication and installation of steel products, causes costly maintenance, and can lead to potential power failures and the closure of facilities. This is the reason that steel fabricators like Metro Steel ensure that materials and […]
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All metal projects start with a design – it’s this that takes an idea and turns it into a reality. However, it’s important that a design can easily be translated into a desirable metal product. This article gives some handy hints and tips on optimising a metal fabrication design before the process of metal fabrication […]
If you’re seeking a gate that not only increases your privacy, but gives your property a wow factor and adds to its value then a custom driveway gate could be the ideal solution. You can read more below about the importance of a custom driveway gate and how it’s a superior alternative to an off […]
So, your metal project has been completed but you’re considering how it should be finished. The good news is that there are several finishes to consider including paint and powder coating but which is best? We take a look at the benefits of powder coating for metal that you may not be aware of. Benefits […]
It’s always exciting to start a new project but before doing so, it’s important to know the difference between the various types of steel to be sure of choosing the right one for you. In this post, we’re going to take a look at two of the most common types of steel and their unique […]
Steel is one of the most commonly used metals in the world today. It’s cheap, durable and incredibly versatile and with worldwide production running at around 750 million tonnes per year it probably comes as no surprise that steel is actually the second most mass-produced item after cement. But that’s not the best thing about […]
Enclosing the perimeter of your property with metal fencing enables you to make your property look even more stylish and provides many benefits too. When properly installed, your home will be the envy of your neighbours. Here are just some of the benefits that metal fencing brings. Visual contrast with your surroundings One of the […]
Steel is a competitive market and is produced all around the world. With countries such as China being among the largest producers of steel, it’s hardly surprising that they’re pushing the prices down lower than domestic steel. Tempting as it may be to purchase international steel, it’s important to consider both the level of quality […]
Most people choose off the shelf metal products for their projects which are great for generic purposes but if you’re looking for a specific design of metal then you can get help from a skilled metal fabricator. If you have a complicated project that needs several different metals and/or shapes, the custom metal fabrication is […]
Any metal fabrication project has to start with a design – it’s what takes the vision and turns it into a reality. However, to improve the quality of the product and the overall output there are ways of optimising the metal fabrication design. This should be done before the metal fabrication begins to help the […]