Metals

Ferrous and Non-Ferrous

Low carbon Steel (Ferrous)

• Properties - Ductile, Machinability, Tensile Strength, Impact Strength, Hardness, Corrosion Resistance, Malleability, Thermal Conductivity and Density.

• Applications - Reinforced Concrete, Machinery, Body panels for cars, Galvanized sheets

Cast Iron (Ferrous)

• Properties - High compressive strength, good machinability, corrosion resistant.

• Applications - Piping, Building Construction, Machinery, Cookware, Brake Discs

Aluminium (Non-Ferrous)

• Properties - Corrosion-Resistant, Thermal and Electrical conductor, Malleable, Ductile.

• Applications - Plane wings, Car bodies, Railway Carriages, Cans, Power Lines.

Titanium (Non-Ferrous)

• Properties - Low Density, High Heat Resistance, Low Electrical and Thermal Conductivity, Excellent Corrosion resistance, High strength to weight ratio, Biocompatibility

• Applications - Aerospace parts, engine components, Dental implants, Ship components, Jewellery

Tin (Non-Ferrous)

• Properties - Malleable, Ductile, Electrical Conductivity, Corrosion Resistant

• Applications - Cans, Soft Solders, Tin coatings for other metals

Stainless Steel

Properties - High Strength, Thermal Insulator, Corrosion Resistant, Recyclable

Applications - Kitchen utensils, Sinks, Surgical instruments, Structural components, Pipelines.