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Weerg staff: Aug 13, 2025
In materials science and engineering, particularly in cutting‑edge fields such as aerospace, motorsport, elite sport and high‑end cycling, the question of whether aluminium or carbon fibre offers superior strength arises frequently and has genuine relevance. To provide a comprehensive and...
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Weerg staff: Jul 30, 2025
Austenitic steel is one of the most important and widespread categories of stainless steels. Renowned for its outstanding corrosion-resistance and favourable mechanical properties, austenitic steel is used in a vast range of industrial and domestic applications.
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Weerg staff: Jul 10, 2025
Anodising is a widely used surface treatment on metallic materials such as aluminum that uses an electrochemical process to form a protective oxide layer. Although the basic principle is the same, there are two main types of anodising that differ significantly in their characteristics,...
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Weerg staff: Feb 4, 2025
In metalworking, including CNC machining, two of the most common finishing treatments are bluing and zincing. Both are used to enhance corrosion resistance and improve the aesthetic appearance of metal components, yet they differ significantly in terms of application process, protection level, and...
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Weerg staff: Jan 29, 2025
When selecting materials for CNC machining, steel and aluminium emerge as two of the most common options, each with distinctive characteristics that influence design and production decisions. Understanding the differences between these two metals is crucial for optimising performance, costs and...
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Weerg staff: Nov 20, 2024
The aerospace industry stands as one of the most technologically advanced and complex sectors. Here, precision, reliability, and resilience are not merely essential requirements, but fundamental pillars of production. Any margin of error, however minute, can compromise the performance and safety of...
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Weerg staff: Nov 6, 2024
Aluminium recycling is one of the most efficient and environmentally sustainable industrial processes, playing a crucial role in waste management and conserving natural resources. This metal, primarily used in the automotive, construction, and packaging industries, is highly recyclable: it can be...
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Weerg staff: Oct 14, 2024
Soft metals are a category of metallic materials characterized by high malleability and ductility, making them easy to work with through mechanical deformation processes such as rolling, drawing, and stamping. Unlike harder or more resistant metals, soft metals can be shaped under relatively low...
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Weerg staff: Oct 9, 2024
In the world of industrial manufacturing and processing, selecting the right material is crucial to ensuring the quality, durability, and functionality of the final product. Among the most commonly used materials, PVC and aluminium are favourites due to their versatility and technical...
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Weerg staff: Jun 26, 2024
A lathe is a fundamental machine tool in material processing, primarily used for metals, to perform turning operations on various workpieces. This tool has a long history and continues to be essential in numerous industrial and artisanal sectors.
