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In terms of mass, iron is the most common element on Earth. Research shows iron accounts for 35% of Earth’s total mass, followed by oxygen at 30% and silicon at 15%. It’s found in the Earth’s outer core as well … Read More

From engine blocks and cylinder heads to connecting rods and machine components, shell molding is used to make a range of different products. Also known as shell casting, it’s a relatively new molding process with origins dating back to the … Read More

Steel mills, also known as steelworks, are industrial factories that specialize in the production of steel. They typically smelt down iron and carbon, mixing the two together in a specific ratio to create steel. Even if you’re familiar with this … Read More

Metal fabrication is a key segment of the country’s manufacturing industry. As explained by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), it involves a wide range of processes, including the smelting and/or refinement of metals, as well manufacturing metal alloys and … Read More

The United States manufacturing industry has experienced strong growth over the past year. As we discussed in a previous blog post, the industry has experienced positive growth for the fifth consecutive month in July, signaling a healthy manufacturing market. Even … Read More

From welded pipes and valves to heat exchanges, aircraft, naval vessels and even spaceships, titanium is used in a wide variety of applications. This transition metal has a silver color and is characterized by low tensity and high strength. These … Read More

It was bound to happen sooner or late: the US manufacturing industry has cooled — to some degree, at least — after coming off a 5-month high. The last few months have been nothing short of phenomenal for the US … Read More