What is the Difference Between Inconel® and Incoloy®?
Leave a CommentAlthough Inconel® and Incoloy® belong to the same family of superalloys, each possesses its own distinct properties, as well as sharing others. Also known as high-performance alloys, the superalloys in general provide high resistance to corrosion and oxidation, as well as mechanical strength at elevated temperatures. The most fundamental of difference between them lies in […]
Subsea Applications of Nickel Alloys
Leave a CommentIt is critical for piping systems in subsea applications to maintain their reliability and integrity. When selecting the material for these systems, you need to optimize investment and operational costs, in a way that Life Cycle Costs (LCC) are minimized while providing acceptable safety and reliability. When piping is used for critical applications such as […]
The Construction Boom in Florida
Leave a CommentAfter collapsing under the weight of the last great recession, the building trades in Florida are coming back strong. Construction activity is high across the entire state, with projects in South Florida leading the way. The current building boom is putting skilled workers back on the job. Furthermore, the type of building is spread between […]
Common Metals in the Construction Industry
Leave a CommentChosen for their durability, strength and resistance to weather, metals used in the construction industry serve a wide range of functions. The most common of them are carbon steel, aluminum, copper tubing and stainless steel, which each have their particular qualities and ideal uses. As a whole, however, these metals are ubiquitous in the world […]
Continental Steel and the Chlor-Alkali Industry
Leave a CommentIt might not be a household name, but the global chlor-alkali industry is a critical part of modern manufacturing. At its most basic, chlor-alkali production is a process by which electrolysis is used to turn sodium chloride (saltwater/brine) into two byproducts: chlorine, and sodium hydroxide. In fact, the chlor-alkali process is responsible for 95% of […]
Considerations when Machining Nickel Alloys
Leave a CommentLearn when to use nickel and how to meet its challenges. Although Continental Steel & Tube does not machine nickel alloys, we wanted to provide a useful article to our current and future customers who do. Nickel as a material has a long history in countless applications, from its use as a plating, to an […]
3 Lesser-Known Nickel Alloy Applications
Leave a CommentNickel is one of the most versatile elements used in industry. While nickel has been used in its pure form since ancient times, today it is most commonly employed in alloys. Nickel’s slow oxidation rate makes it highly resistant to corrosion, and it provides excellent heat resistance as well. It has a wide solubility range […]
Green Alloys: Their Abilities and Advantages
Leave a CommentAcross all industries, “green” is a major trend, and typically for good reason. Green products tend to be safer for both people and the planet, as well as containing varying degrees of reusability that lead to cost savings. When it comes to metals and metal products, the same holds true. Green alloys are quickly becoming […]
Comparing, Understanding and Choosing the Right Steel Plate Grade
Leave a CommentYou might be aware of the fact that steel plate is a highly prevalent and important material used throughout manufacturing and construction. You may also be aware that many of your projects can’t exist without it. But what you might not know is that not all steel plate is created equal; there are a variety […]
Titanium Grade 5: The Workhorse of Titanium Alloys
Leave a CommentIn the world of metals—and the countless industries that count on them—there are a seemingly endless amount of different types, alloys, and applications. It is impossible to put any one metal into one universal generalization. Take titanium, for instance. Titanium is an incredibly important metal in modern manufacturing; it is utilized by every worldwide industry […]
