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Aluminium comes in various alloys with varying features and properties depending on the application in question. When choosing an alloy, you have to consider the attributes required by the final applications.

Aluminum makes up 8% of the earth's soil and rocks making it the third most abundant element in the earth's crust after oxygen and silicon, respectively. But how is Aluminum made? Learn more.

Iron and steel are the most common metals in the construction, transport and commercial industries. The applications of the two metals are so similar that most people use their names interchangeably. Despite the striking similarities in applications, steel and iron are two different metals with unique compositions in their own right.

Stainless steel is known for its “raw” finish, especially achieved during manufacturing. The metallic silver-grey finish plays an important role in resistance to corrosion and ensuring the metal’s durability.