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Here's How to Price Scrap Metal

Learn about the steps necessary to price scrap metal properly, including tips on identification and market resources.

Frequently Asked Questions about Scrap Metal Recycling

The following are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding recycling of scrap metals and their corresponding answers.

GMS Builds Quality Precision Metal Products From A to Z

[PRECISION METAL PRODUCTS] Learn about how to choose a contract manufacturer and what items to look for when it comes to precision metal products.

What Industries Need Metal Finishing?

Do you use metal finishing in your industry? Take a look at who uses metal finishing—you might interact with it more than you realized! Aerospace Jet plane

A.C.F. Howell metal finishers is a shrine to shine

One of the most satisfying parts of a restoration is a trip to collect freshly rechromed parts from the shop—and no one does it better than A.C.F. Howell.

How to Mix Metal Finishes in the Bathroom

Make a clean break with one-dimensional bathroom finishes by pairing nickel, silver and bronze hardware and fixtures

expert tips for combining finishes perfectly

Discover how to mix metals beautifully and elevate kitchens and bathrooms with these wonderful materials

Metal racking: What finish offers greater protection against corrosion?

This article analyses the advantages and disadvantages of the different methods and finishes available on the market to protect the metal profiles from the effects of corrosion and oxidation.

A beginner's guide to metal manufacturing 

Are you ready to go to mass production with your metal components but don't know where to start? This beginner's guide to metal manufacturing explains types of metal manufacturing and each type's...

What is Architectural Metal?

People are often left scratching their heads when you tell them All Metals Fabrication (AMF) fabricates and installs architectural metal. Architectural metal is metal fabrication that most of us see nearly every day. Another common term that might make more sense is decorative metal or ornamental metal. As the name conveys, architectural metal is used […]

What Is Non-Ferrous Metal?

Non-ferrous metals or alloys are materials that are not iron-based like ferrous alloys. A common group of non-ferrous materials are copper-based.

Metal Barns, Enclosed Garages and all metal buildings

Properly preparing metal carport installation sites and custom metal buildings is very crucial. Let us guide you by providing more insights about installation and site preparation.

What is Metal Fabrication?

Ever wondered how sheet metals take on new shapes to become important parts, components or even finished products? With metal fabrication, read more...

Beginning Guide to Metals

A machining business gave young people visiting the shop a set of blocks made from various metals to help them understand the work of manufacturing, and the knowledge of materials that manufacturers put to use.

What Causes Metals to Oxidize or Rust?

All metals, with the exception of the precious metals, will oxidize when exposed to oxygen and an electrolyte (i.e. atmospheric moisture).

Fast Facts about Metal Extrusion

Essentially, metal extrusion is the process through which a piece, a long brass slab or rod, for instance, is forced into a shaping die with a similar albeit smaller cross-section, thus forming a n…

What to Remember When Mixing Metals in Your Home