Wire Mesh Supplier Guide Launched
Friday August 29, 2003
About Metals has launched a new category in the Metals Supplier Directory that focuses on metal wire mesh, screen, wire cloth and related materials. Locate a new source for any ... Read More
Fineblanking Overview
Tuesday August 26, 2003
Discover how the fineblanking process works and its key benefits. Learn the unique aspects of fineblanking tooling, materials used, and how the presses work to form parts.
Metals Used for Coins and Medals
Monday August 25, 2003
Tony Clayton's Website details the various metals and alloys that have been used for coins and medals over the centuries such as:
Aluminum Bronze
Bath Metal
Bell Metal
Crown ... Read More
Tour the AK Steel Concept Home
Sunday August 24, 2003
The Anti-bacterial Concept Home, built by AK Steel outside Los Angeles, is designed to be striking in appearance and show the benefits of antimicrobial steel in construction. It is ... Read More
Titanium Rings Have Taken Off
Friday August 15, 2003
Titanium is becoming the metal of choice for wedding rings and other jewelry. The stylish white metal makes a statement, and will last a lifetime. It is rapidly gaining popularity ... Read More
Liquidmetal Wins $3.0 Million Contract to Develop Armor-Piercing Ammunition
Thursday August 14, 2003
Liquidmetal Technologies signed $3.0 million R&D contract with the U.S. Army for development of high-performance Liquidmetal alloy composite Kinetic Energy Penetrator (KEP) rods for use in armor-piercing ammunition. ... Read More
Beginner's Guide to the LME
Tuesday August 12, 2003
The London Metal Exchange (LME) is the world’s leading market for trading in base metals and is a vital risk management forum. Get the answers to frequently asked questions ... Read More
Blacksmithing is Enjoying a Resurgence in the U.S.
Monday August 11, 2003
The Artist-Blacksmiths' Association of North America (ABANA) now claims nearly 5,000 members, double the number it had 10 years ago according to the Salt Lake Tribune. Only about 10 ... Read More
Free Bike Frame Design Software
Monday August 11, 2003
Design your own mountain bikes, road bikes or kids' bikes quick and easy with the free BikeCAD frame design program. When you're ready to start building, check out the ... Read More
First Titanium Car
Monday August 11, 2003
No, it's not a new 2004 model. The innovative Firebird II was designed by GM in 1956. The body is made of titanium, one of the lightest and ... Read More
The Steel Image Campaign
Wednesday August 6, 2003
European steel companies have joined together to promote the material of the future. Check out the Made-of-Steel website to learn how steel contributes to the comfort and safety of our ... Read More
Magnesium Myths
Tuesday August 5, 2003
Myth #1: All magnesium ignites easily and, once ignited, is difficult to extinguish!
Steve Erickson of Noranda Magnesium dispells this myth and several other common mis-conceptions about magnesium.
Titanium Art
Sunday August 3, 2003
Artist, Bernie Wire, proves titanium is not just for aircraft and sporting goods anymore. He uses titanium and other elements to create spectacular vessels, paintings, abstract sculptures, ... Read More