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

Thursday, 31st of October 2019

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?

Tuesday, 30th of July 2019

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

Tuesday, 16th of April 2019

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!

Thursday, 17th of January 2019

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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What is Galvanneal?

Thursday, 21st of June 2018

Applying a thin metal barrier - or sacrificial coating - to a base material is a powerful form of protection against oxidation and other forms of corrosion. Galvanising is a common form of metal protection whereby iron or steel is coated with a zinc-plating

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