by MelSteelOld | Nov 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
Two terms that are popular in the metal industry are zinc plating and galvanising. Both involve the process of coating zinc on metals, yet the end products are different. It is important to understand the differences between the two processes to choose the...
by MelSteelOld | Oct 8, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
Steel is a versatile metal used commonly in modern buildings due to its unique aesthetic appeal. There are several types of structural steel sections used for various purposes. Let’s look at some of the most common types of structural steel and their features. Angled...
by MelSteelOld | Sep 4, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
There are many ways to cut steel and steel parts. One of the most common methods used to cut steel is steel plasma cutting. What is steel plasma cutting Before understanding what plasma cutting is, let’s understand the basics. What is plasma? Plasma is the 4th state...
by MelSteelOld | Aug 19, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
Steel pipes and tubes look similar and the terms are sometimes used interchangeably. But, did you know there are some key differences between pipe and tube? Below we discuss the key characteristics which make each of them unique. Dimension Steel tube is mostly used in...
by MelSteelOld | May 25, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
At Melsteel, we talk about steel fabrication everyday. So, what exactly is steel fabrication? Simply put, steel fabrication is the process of making steel structures and components from raw steel materials. It involves a wide range of steel manipulation processes such...
by MelSteelOld | May 19, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
Steel is one of the most diverse and useful materials in the world. It is used in a variety of industries such as construction, transport, rail, automotive, agriculture, energy, you name it! So, what makes steel so great? Here are 21 interesting steel facts you...
by MelSteelOld | May 5, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
Mesh reinforcement is the process of using welded metal wire fabric as a reinforcement for structural concrete elements such as concrete slabs and walls. Reinforcing mesh usually comes in a rectangular or square grid pattern and is produced in flat sheets. Why mesh...
by MelSteelOld | Mar 31, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
Choosing the right steel fabrication company is the crucial first step for any steel project to go smoothly. It is important that you invest some time into researching the best steel fabricator. Without that, you may face quality issues or design issues later which...
by MelSteelOld | Mar 11, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
What is galvanising? Galvanising is the process of protecting steel or iron from corrosion. It involves the coating of a thin layer of zinc on the metal surface to offer protection and prevent rusting. Galvanised steel is widely used in construction because it can...
by MelSteelOld | Feb 27, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
Steel is an all-time favourite among builders in the construction industry. It is used almost everywhere, from modern houses to rails, airports, and skyscrapers. What are the benefits of steel for construction? Order steel online at Melsteel Benefits of steel ...
by Melsteel | Apr 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
Looking for a project? MOLLY from Almost Makes Perfect made herself a gorgeous sheek coffee table using Metal Steel as the base! Image Source: Almost Makes Perfect “So here she is. our new coffee table. with my days and days of internet research, i found this...
