Residues left on components from forming oils and other contaminants can negatively impact product quality. Therefore, the process of degreasing cleaning plays a crucial role in enhancing the cost-effectiveness of the manufacturing process. In the manufacturing process of sheet metal parts and metal, lubricants and oils are often used to facilitate processing, such as cooling lubricants in turning, milling, or forming oils. However, these fats and oil residues can negatively…
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Features of stainless steel sheet products
Stainless steel sheet products may have different appearance and properties – it depends on the alloy grade and manufacturing method. Matte steel is traditionally used in the production of medical instruments, as well as in construction and decoration. The spectacular shiny metal is preferred by builders of premium buildings. The price of stainless steel sheet products can be different, and it also becomes one of the selection criteria. Stainless steel…
A “beautiful green future” awaits the global steel industry
Several conferences around the world in late second and early third decade of June have looked at the global transition to a carbon-free economy and its implications for the metals industry, among other issues.Richard Horrocks-Taylor, Global Head of Metals Research, Standard Chartered Bank, told the Qatar Economic Forum that the metals industry will be undergoing a radical transformation and relocation over the next 10-15 years. According to him, if earlier…
How Can Water Cut Through Steel? The Magic Of Waterjet Cutting
A waterjet is a tool used in machine shops to cut metal parts with a (very) high-pressure stream of water. As amazing as it sounds, if you get water flowing fast enough, it can actually cut metal. By Jessminder Kaur The key to cutting metal with water is to keep the spray coherent. Waterjets are able to cut because the spray is channelled through a very narrow jewelled nozzle at very…