Tube vs. Pipe: How to Tell Them Apart
Pipes and tubes may look similar, but they are in fact quite different. Both are used in a variety of industries for various purposes. It’s important to know the difference between the two to choose t
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Jun 1st 2022 //
Decoding Temper Designations for Aluminum Alloys
Tempering enables metalworkers to increase toughness and reduce hardness in metals—such as aluminum—through heat treatment. Hardened metals are generally more brittle.Because processes are so specific
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May 17th 2022 //
Annealing Aluminum Explained: What It Is and How It Works
Like many metals, aluminum is subject to work hardening—also known as strain hardening. This means it becomes more challenging to work with the more it is deformed and shaped.Annealing is a heat-treat
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Apr 29th 2022 //
Aluminum 6061 vs. 6063: Understanding the Difference
Just like there’s a tool for every project, there’s a perfect material as well. In fact, one of the major benefits of choosing from different metals for your projects is matching material and chemi
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Apr 29th 2022 //
Mill Finish Aluminum vs. Clear Anodized Aluminum
Depending on your circumstances, choosing between aluminum and other metals tends to be a straightforward decision. Aluminum is durable, strong (especially aluminum alloys), flexible, corrosion-resist
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Apr 22nd 2022 //
Aluminum vs Stainless Steel — What’s Best For Retail Displays?
A retail display can — and should — function as more than a rack for your products. As a centerpiece, it complements your branding and store’s style to make products pop.However, you also want your di
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Apr 22nd 2022 //
Aluminum vs Plastic Price Tag Molding
As the old saying goes, “the devil is in the details.” When outfitting a retail store, you may not think that customers notice something as small as price tag molding – but they do. Investing in quali
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Mar 18th 2022 //
