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Why Australian Steel is King

The Australian Steel Industry is an international infrastructural behemoth. It is a leader in coatings, and has been globally recognised for its strong-willed focus on product development and safety. Domestically, the steel industry employs 90,000-100,000 people in Australia, having a marked impact on economic growth and nation-wide prosperity. The steel…
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July 15, 2019
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Can Jet-fuel Melt Steel Beams?

The origin of the phrase, “Jet fuel can’t melt steel beams” is the widely renown argument used to suggest that the September 11 attacks were an ‘inside job’. The Fallacy disproven The Steel Fabrication Services community is known for disagreeing with the fallacy of this theory. While steel beams do…
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June 25, 2019
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Differences between Various Coated Steel Products

Steel is an incredibly versatile material, with applications in numerous products across many industries, but one factor that gives steel its durability and adaptability is its capacity to be coated by various treatments. Steel surfaces are coated for many reasons, from improving resistance to wear and tear, protection from corrosion…
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June 12, 2019
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The Path to a Sustainable Future in the Steel Industry

The steel industry has the potential to be a sustainable leader in the future. Unlike many other building materials, steel is completely recyclable and does not degrade in quality when remade into other material. Still, there are many challenges that the industry still faces that must be addressed before it…
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June 6, 2019
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Tempering Steel

Tempering is a heat treatment that can be applied to iron-based alloys such as steel and is used to alter the hardness of the metal. It’s usually employed to increase the toughness of an alloy by decreasing how hard or brittle it is. The process usually takes place after the…
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May 22, 2019
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What is Ductility?

Ductility is a measure of a material’s ability to deform under tensile stress, and when it comes to steel it’s a big factor in its ability to perform in certain conditions. There are many products that due to the situations of their use, call for ductility in their design. Some…
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April 26, 2019
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What is the Procedure for Working with Sheet Metal

Sheet metal is one of the most widely used materials in manufacturing and is formed by rolling metal into thin ‘sheets’ that are easy to process. Metal sheets are useful in metalworking as they can be cut, bent and shaped into many different forms that are essential for construction. Sheet…
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April 6, 2019
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What is Steel Drafting and Detailing?

Any structure built using steel relies heavily on the work of steel drafters and detailers, as their role has a direct impact on not just how that structure will look and function, but also how the steel itself is fabricated and installed. Here we take a closer look at what…
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August 27, 2018
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Key Industries That Require Steel Fabrication

Steel fabrication plays a vital role in many different industries. Steel is revered for its versatility, extremely high tensile strength and value. It is also the most eco-friendly option across the board, many industries choosing it for its recyclable nature. Any industry that deals with metal would benefit from steel…
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August 20, 2018
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The Benefits of a Steel Staircase

A well-made, beautifully constructed staircase can be an amazing addition to any home or commercial infrastructure. Choosing the right kind of stairs requires consideration of both design and functionality. While there are many aspects to consider when choosing the right staircase for you, nothing is more important than choosing the…
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February 7, 2017