From the earliest discoveries of copper and gold many thousands of years ago to the complex alloys we use today, metal has long been an important material to humanity. We use it to build everything from tiny hair clips to soaring skyscrapers, though we can’t always use the same type. Here are a few common […]
Modern race cars are incredible machines to watch and admire, especially when they’re being driven to compete. But there are plenty of other interesting facts about these vehicles that, once you know them, make the experience of watching them even more fun and enjoyable. 1: Formula 1 race cars need to be preheated Have you […]
The ability of aeroplanes to fly relies on two main principles of aerodynamics: lift and thrust. How does lift work in planes? Lift can be produced by any part of the plane, but it predominantly comes from the wings. This force drives the place upwards and keeps it steady in the air. Thanks to an […]
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A global move to sustainability has meant that industries are embracing sustainable practice wherever possible, and the steel industry is no exception. In this article, we take a look at how sustainable a material steel really is and what the steel industry can do to promote this sustainability. How steel is sustainable Steel is actually […]
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As the rise of technology has taken society by storm, so too has it led to great innovative strides in the steel industry. In fact, around 75% of modern steel products were developed in only the past few decades. Here are 4 innovations and technologies having an impact on Australia’s steel industry. High-strength steel Steel […]
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Steel, like all materials, reacts to changing temperatures in both useful and damaging ways. Here we discuss how steel reacts to low and high temperatures, so you can be prepared for all seasons. Thermal cracking Cold air affects steel in a range of ways, and thermal cracking is one of them. It’s important to understand […]
Many of us know that the Wright Brothers’ original airplanes were made from wood. But how about the motorsports industry? Formula 1 derives its name from the formula or build that a car must feature to qualify for a race. Material choices are often updated to improve race car safety. One such change has been […]
Since the invention of cars, we’ve had motorsports. Over more than a century of innovation, the motorsports industry has drastically improved their race cars. With modern safety features we’re able to protect drivers from the force of a crash at over 300kmph. That’s 25x the force for a regular car crash that must be absorbed […]
Not all stainless steels were made the same, but they’re also not too different. So, how do you tell them apart and find the best one for your needs? We compare the benefits and applications of four of the most common austenitic stainless steels. The 5 grades of stainless steel There are five grades of […]
It’s one of the most widely used metals for everything from domestic applications to commercial and industrial use. Here are 5 interesting facts you may not know about aluminium. Fact 1: Aluminium is the most abundant metal on earth Covering approximately 8.2% of the earth’s crust, aluminium is considered the most abundant metal on earth, […]