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Steel comes in a wide range of grades, finishes, specifications, and shapes each with their own unique qualities which means it can be used for many different applications. However, optimising the properties of steel for use in a particular application goes way beyond changing its chemical composition. Instead, the manufacturing process of steel needs to […]

What is hot dip galvanising? Hot dip galvanising is a popular process used to prevent steel from corrosion. Before the process can be carried out, however, the steel needs to be chemically cleaned to remove all traces of oil, rust, and mill scale from its surface. Once this has been done and the cleaning solution […]

Not only is structual steel a popular material but it’s used across a variety of industries too. This heavy duty metal is strong and durable but also it’s extremely versatile. Structural steel is commonly used in many businesses today but did you know that it’s also used across a wide range of industries? It’s popular […]

A beautifully made, well constructed steel staircase is a fabulous addition to any property be it residential, commercial, or industrial. Moreover it has a number of benefits over other materials extending from durability to versatiity and sustainability. When you decide to choose steel for your staircase instead of concrete, you’ll find that the benefits are […]

If you’re wondering whether or not to buy a metal roof it’s important to weigh up the pros and cons of metal against other types of roofing such as wood, tile, and asphalt. We’ve put together some of the benefits and drawbacks of steel, aluminium and other forms of metal roofing to help you make […]

We love the enthusiasm of people when they’re talking about a new project and describing the type of parts they need us to fabricate. However, we can’t stress enough how vital is it to ensure that your newly fabricated components or pieces have the right finish applied to the material they’re made from. It’s fair […]

Welding caps may look a little wacky and perhaps don’t go with what you’re wearing but they do a great job of protecting your head and ears when you’re welding. Not just for welders, boilermakers and iron fitters also wear them. A welding cap can protect your head, ears, and neck from fiery sparks which […]

Spiral staircases can be used in any room of the house but owing to the outdoor lifestyle that Australia affords, one place they’re very popular is on decks. So what are the advantages of using spiral staircases over traditional stairs? Well, let’s take a closer look. Saves space The main advantage of spiral staircases in […]

Cutting steel can be a dangerous task so it’s important that you know how to do your job safely. Before we discuss safety practices, let’s take a look at the injuries which can occur if proper safety measures aren’t put in place. Injuries from using hand tools – A variety of hand tools are used […]

While some fabrications shops provide a standard service, manufacturing and selling steel products, we like to think that there’s nothing standard about us. Besides providing quality parts for your project we can also take your ideas and bring them to life, being here for you at every step of the way. At Metro Steel, we […]