This article was published on: 09/22/20 4:54 PM
Metal is used in all kinds of environments, including applications with high exposure to water. In wet or underwater environments, we rely on marine grade metals to prevent everything from corrosion to failure. Marine grade metals are uniquely able to defend against the corrosive effects of water. They all benefit from the addition of alloying …
This article was published on: 09/15/20 4:32 PM
What is Structural Steel Fabrication? Structural fabrication refers to the cutting, bending, and assembling of steel to create different products. During structural steel fabrication, several pieces of steel are combined together to form different structures of predefined sizes and shapes intended for assembly into buildings, industrial equipment, tools, and various other final products. What isn’t …
This article was published on: 09/8/20 12:58 PM
We’re proud this week to shine a light on James Crist, a driver for Kloeckner Metals Tampa, who has already made a name for himself around Kloeckner as a cancer survivor who is committed to making a difference in the lives of those around him. James told us “I had colon cancer and survived, and …
This article was published on: 09/1/20 4:51 PM
Aluminum alloys are known for their corrosion resistance, ductility, conductivity, appearance, strength, and most of all their light weight. In general, aluminum alloys are 1/3 the weight of carbon and stainless steels. So, when comparing the weight of aluminum to steel, it’s easy to calculate – you can just divide by three! We also have …
This article was published on: 08/18/20 10:00 AM
We’re always happy to celebrate long-time Kloeckner employees like Corporate Pricing Manager Jeff Hatcher, who this year commemorates 20 years with us. Jeff started out at Namasco, what would later become Kloeckner when it merged with Macsteel Service Centers USA in 2011, and has held a series of positions including Inside Sales Assistant, Sales Manager, …
This article was published on: 08/13/20 6:23 PM
What is aluminum oxidation and how important is it to aluminum corrosion resistance? According to the Aluminum Association, “nearly 75 percent of all aluminum ever produced is still in use today.” This is not only a testament to aluminum’s recyclability but also its ability to withstand corrosion. Aluminum holds its value down the supply chain. …
This article was published on: 08/4/20 12:43 PM
Aluminum ore is the most abundant metal element in the Earth’s crust. It is converted from bauxite, a sedimentary rock that is comprised of a number of aluminum and other compounds. While aluminum has become invaluable to a range of industries, it is not easy to access and undergoes a complex conversion process before becoming …
This article was published on: 07/28/20 11:00 AM
3003 aluminum sheet and 5052 aluminum sheet are typically known as “Common Alloys” because they are two of the most widely specified alloys in the aluminum industry. But the differences between them show that even minor tweaks in the composition can have a big impact when it comes to desired properties and end-uses. Here is a list …
This article was published on: 07/21/20 12:00 PM
5052 aluminum is popular because it is one of the most versatile aluminum alloys. It is strong enough for fuel tanks, but adaptable enough for utensils. Why is 5052 such a popular choice with our customers? Here’s the in-depth answer. A General Introduction to 5052 Aluminum Among 5052 aluminum’s benefits are good weldability, very good resistance to corrosion, and high fatigue strength. Because …
This article was published on: 07/14/20 6:07 PM
In our last blog post, we covered the three stages of heat treatment that include heating the metal to a set temperature (the heating stage), keeping it at that temperature for a specific length of time (the soaking stage), and cooling it down to room temperature with a method that depends on the type of …
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