This article was published on: 10/23/20 5:14 PM
Whether you’re a homeowner or a commercial builder, choosing a color for your new metal roof is an exciting process, especially these days when so many colors are available to you. But, it’s also possible to get lost in all of the choices. If you’re a homeowner, you might be thinking about your own personal …
This article was published on: 10/15/20 5:27 PM
What is Plasma? Before we can answer what is plasma cutting, we have to start with the question, what is plasma? It turns out that there are more than three states of matter—solid, liquid, and gas. There’s also a fourth: plasma. Matter moves from state to state when energy is added to the material. Ice …
This article was published on: 10/9/20 12:03 PM
To calculate the weight of a steel plate, you need to answer a few questions. First, what type of steel are you working with? One of the key variables in any calculation of the weight of a steel plate is density. When calculating the weight of a steel plate, you can generally group steel plates …
This article was published on: 09/30/20 3:20 PM
When starting a new commercial or residential project, you will want the right structural steel fabricator behind you. While there are different types of fabrication materials, structural steel frequently comes out on top when it comes to strength, ductility, and durability. But, it’s not just about the material; for project success–especially when it comes to …
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. …
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