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Though austenitic stainless steels are expensive they still capture 70% of the market. Learn what makes this rust-resistant, formable, weldable steel stay tough even at cryogenic temperatures.
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Bollards certifiés par les normes K
Les normes K, testant les barrières anticollision vis-à-vis des véhicules, ont été améliorées par un [...]
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Electric Bikes
A look at the future of urban transportation Electric bikes have emerged as a popular [...]
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Crosswalk Safety
An essential component of creating walkable, livable cities is guaranteeing the safety of pedestrians, so [...]
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Bolardos clasificación K
Las clasificaciones K, una evaluación de choque para barreras de vehículos, son mejoradas por un [...]
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Car Dealership Security
In recent years, Canada has experienced a disturbing surge in auto crime, particularly in places [...]
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Steel pipes are commonly used in many industries, from scaffolding poles to sewage tunnels. Learn more about the production, use, and history of steel pipes.
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All iron alloys poured in a foundry are cast iron. However, ductile is a relative newcomer…one that is surprisingly flexible.
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Read our interview with Brian Done, a foundryman for 46 years, on the business of general manufacturing—and what has been lost in an era that has seen the globalization of production.
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When oxidation occurs, the metal’s surface forms a scale that darkens to a patina. The alloy in question will determine if the corrosion is invasive or not. In cast iron, rust—a ferrous oxide—can form a thin, protective layer against pitting.
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In the 1990s, most foundries were local, doing custom castings. Globalization created challenges for all but a few. Read the business success story of a family foundry that had to innovate to save the company.
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Yes, stainless steel can rust. From red rusted scratches to an all over speckle, corrosion can dull stainless’ silver shine. To prevent corrosion from blemishing your outdoor stainless steel, check out our guide to stainless steel maintenance.
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Metal corrosion can eat away at parts, causing them to fail. Passivation creates a self-healing chemical seal that uses corrosion to defeat corrosion. Learn about passivation in stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals.
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Sand casting is a versatile and economical casting method. Learn how it works.
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Spectrochemical analysis is used to determine the arrangement of atoms and electrons within molecules of chemical compounds. Optical emission spectroscopy (OES) is a type of spectrochemical analysis that determines elemental components in solid metal samples, often used in foundries.
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Rust: the red flaky corrosion of iron and steel. It’s so common as to be unremarkable…yet what is it, exactly? Why don’t silver, aluminum, or zinc rust? Peek into the world of metal to learn how corrosion hits ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
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Before Vancouver became the City of Glass, it was host to a strong manufacturing base. Foundries first appeared in Vancouver near the beginning of the 20th century, and they saw rapid growth over the course of several decades.
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Learn more about steel grading systems and the effects of microstructure, hot and cold forming, and heat treatment.
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Investment casting is capable of producing complex parts with excellent as-cast surface finishes. Learn how it works.
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What is hardness testing? The Brinell hardness test, Rockwell hardness test, and Leeb rebound hardness test show the properties of castings.
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Learn how to select the right grade and class of ASTM A27 steel for your casting project. Each grade varies based on chemical composition, and type of heat treating needed to affect changes in mechanical properties. Find out the differences between testing steel for tensile strength vs. hardness.
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After a casting is done, cleaned, heat treated and tested, there may be secondary processing needed to finish it for its application. Read about machining, assembling, and finishes that happen in the foundry or off-site to finalize the casting for use.
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Heat treating metal influences the microstructures of a metal which give the material all its mechanical properties. Learn what changes are made when annealing, normalizing, quenching, or tempering steel.
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Learn how castings get “into fine fettle” during the processes of shakeout, cleaning, and machining that occur after a casting is poured and cooled. These detailed steps bring the casting to its final shape.