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Back in 1958 when China under Mao Zedong took the radical step of trying to modernise the economy, steel was to play a big part in the industrialisation program. Unfortunately the experiment didn’t end well because with all the best will in the world, a handful of small steel fabrication factories was not going to […]

For those of you who may not know, galvanised sheet metal is steel or iron which has been coated with zinc to prevent it from rusting. The most popular method used by sheet metal fabrication shops to do this is hot dipping which literally means dipping the sheet metal into a bath of molten zinc […]

If you’re embarking on a new build then one of your first decisions is your choice of materials. With so many materials available it can be difficult keeping up with current trends and latest products. Traditionally people have viewed steel as a material which is best suited to industrial needs where box like structures are […]

If you’re in need of more office space because your business has expanded but you don’t want the hassle of moving to a new location, what can you do? Well have you considered installing a mezzanine floor? Mezzanine floors are a great way of providing more space in an area that is cramped, without being […]

We often get asked by customers to recommend the best type of metal for their project. In order to do this it’s essential that we consider the malleability and ducticity of the metal and whether it meets the requirement of the product or component that the customer has in mind. So that said, you may […]

While the term ‘austenitic steel’ sounds like a bit of a mouthful, it’s actually the most common type of steel in use today. Austenitic steels are metals that contain both high levels of chromium and nickel, and low levels of carbon. As such they’re non-magnetic and have a high levels of resistance to corrosion. This […]

Stainless steel is commonly used in commercial and industrial fabrication because of its versatility, strength, and durability. It’s also popular because its choice of finishes allow for either a rustic or more glamorous aesthetic. What exactly is a stainless steel finish? Well if you’ve ever strolled down the kitchen or bathroom aisle of your local […]

Stainless steel comes in a variety of finishes with a brushed look or grain finish being the most common choice for many household and commercial applications. Choosing the type of stainless steel finish that best meets the needs of the utility and your industry, is one of the most important parts of any stainless steel […]

When we’re talking about high precision metal products it’s true to say that even hundredths of a cm is sufficient to impact quality. Whether it’s precision metal works such as metal fixtures, HVAC parts, light fixtures, application covers, or industrial sheet metal components, experts concentrate on the tiniest of details during the production procedure to […]