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What's The Difference Between Ferrous And Non-Ferrous Metals?

The answer to this question is actually really simple. Ferrous metals contain iron, whereas non-ferrous metals do not. However, there is more to it than that.

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Why Is Recycling Aluminium So Important?

Aluminium is not only one of the most practical and prolifically used metals out there, it's also the third most abundant element on Earth.

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10 Amazing Facts You Didn't Know About Metal

Ever wondered which metal is the most dangerous? The most antibacterial or the rarest in the world? Austen Knapman have put together a list of the most mind-blowing facts we can think of .

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The Anodizing Process - Explained!

You may or may not be aware that aluminium has an oxide layer - a thin, protective or visually appealing coating - that prevents the metal from corroding.

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Where Will The Next Metal Innovation Come From?

At certain key points in history, scientists and inventors have accelerated the production of metal dramatically. There will be many demands on future manufacturing, stretching both our production and environmental limits. A new advancement in material and

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The Great Big Rhino Project 2016

Austen Knapman Ltd are proud to sponsor Paignton Zoo’s Great Big Rhino Project this year. The company has signed up to sponsor a unique piece of three-dimensional public art – a life-size model rhino!

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