Did you know that zinc sheet metal is an ideal material for countertops, sinks and commercial and residential bar tops? Zinc sheet metal contains many highly desirable properties when used for countertops and is a viable alternative to stainless steel. Zinc sheet metal can last for more than 100 years, and the exact color and…
Low melting alloys — also sometimes called fusible alloys — have a distinct place within the manufacturing industry. Though they are sometimes overlooked, their interesting solidification properties ensure that they hold an esteemed place in the design of components as well as tool applications. Low Melting Alloys: An Overview Alloys that melt at low temperatures…
ACS Reagent-grade Tin and Zinc for use in chemical analysis and compound creation Tin and Zinc are essential components of many alloys, but uses for these two elements extend beyond solders, die castings, galvanizing, and plating. Reagent grades of Zinc and Tin can be used in chemical analysis or other reactions. In organic chemistry, reagents…
Powdered metals help engineers produce parts cost-effectively What is the best way to make a 3-D part out of metal? It depends. There are a number of considerations involved, including time and money. To create parts, manufacturers can choose either a subtractive or an additive manufacturing process. Subtractive manufacturing involves taking a block of material…