Laser Cutting Stainless Steel versus Plasma Cutting
There are many ways to cut stainless steel. Laser cutting and plasma cutting are fairly standard practices in modern steel production. They both have a place due to different advantages.
Unequal Leg Stainless Steel Angles
You always thought, producing uneqal leg stainless steel angles is impossible? The production is no rocket science, but you can find these special shapes in scientific applications as well.
Laser Hybrid Welding of Stainless Steel
Advancements in technology have led to new state-of-the-art machinery used in the processing of stainless steel. Stainless Structurals has developed their own laser hybrid welding method to produce stainless steel profiles.
Stainless Steel U Profiles: Some Very Special Channels
Stainless steel channels can come in a variety of sizes and specifications. One of those specific types are stainless steel U profiles. This custom section is available for your application.
The Lesser Known Stainless Steel Alloys
An alloy is the combination of metallic elements to create greater strength and corrosion resistance. At Stainless Structurals our focus is on the different stainless steel alloys and their applications.
Ferritic Stainless Steel: Production and Benefits
There are several types of stainless steels. Ferritic stainless steel for example, has many characteristics and benefits which make it the right choice of material for certain industry segments.
Special Profiles Made of Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is fast becoming one of the most architecturally significant and elegant materials used in construction today. Due to this wide usage, special profiles are often required.
Stainless Steel Angles – No Regular Stainless Steel Profiles
Stainless Structurals America is now stocking 2205 Duplex angle. Did you know that Duplex stainless has twice the strength compared to the conventional austenitic and ferritic stainless steels? Duplex also has improved resistance to corrosion and pitting and it eliminates stress corrosion cracking.
Stainless Steel Beams: Available for your Application
Steel beams have been used in construction since their conception. Over the past decade, stainless steel beams have become more popular for industrial and construction applications than carbon steel beams.
Stainless Steel Profiles – A Perfect Material Choice
Stainless is a form of steel (SS) has been used in the building and arts industries primarily since the 1960s. The material has gained in popularity in recent years as a desirable alternative to common ferrous metals, especially for use in construction. This is in part due to the beauty of the material that lends itself well to exposed structural elements.
Laser Welded Profiles vs. Hot Rolling and Extruding
Laser fused profiles are the best choice for most applications in many industries. We show you their benefits compared to hot rolled profiles and hot extrusion of stainless steel.
Duplex Stainless Steel – The Mysterious Material Revealed
The global usage of duplex stainless steel is relatively small and so little is known about the mysterious material. We reveal the secrets of this metal, its benefits and applications.
Stainless Steel in Landscape Architecture
Stainless steel is one of the best materials to use in landscape architecture. Designers are choosing this over other ferrous metals, aluminum, copper, and bronze for practical and aesthetic reasons.
Stainless Clean Room Structures in Cape Canaveral
Cape Canaveral, Florida provides the launch pad for many space shuttles and rockets into outer space. For a clean room type structure, the distributor called Stainless Structurals for help.
Laser Fused Profiles for a Nuclear Power Plant
Salt water, sun, sand, and sea salt air create a corrosive environment attacking a nuclear power plant in South Florida. But fortunately, there are stainless steel laser fused profiles.
The Different Types of Stainless Steel
Thinking of stainless steel, you think of its corrosion resistance and that it does not rust like regular steel. But, did you know there are different types of stainless steel?
Custom Stainless Steel Channels For Flood Gates
Stainless Structurals has been involved in many interesting projects for the water control industry. A specific project in New Orleans, Louisiana involved new stainless steel flood gates structures .
Stainless Steel Profiles Available in Metric Sizes
Stainless Structurals started in the United States to provide stainless steel profiles to match the available carbon steel profile shapes and sizes. We can also provide special shapes in metric sizes.
Architecture Requires Stainless Steel Laser Welded Profiles
Professionals in architecture have high standards. The actual work has to be as flawless as it is on paper. Stanless steel laser fused profiles afford an opportunity to realize this.
A Commitment to Quality at Stainless Structurals
Stainless Structurals is committed to providing quality products that meet our customer’s expectations every time. To achieve this, Stainless Structurals has adapted a very important Quality Management System.
Stainless Structurals for Disney Cars Land
In 2006, Disney Pixar Films’ movie “Cars” was a major hit. Because of its popularity, The Walt Disney Company decided to open Cars Land in the Disney California Adventure Park.
Urban Design: Stainless Steel in Modern Architecture
Stainless steel has been a primary component in urban design since the Industrial Revolution. So spectacular architectural landmarks in major cities are a perfect example of Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS).
Stainless Steel Beams for NASA’s Johnson Space Center
Stainless Structurals was involved in a very cool project for Chamber A of NASA’s Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Stainless steel and aerospace – a rocketing combination!
Stainless Steel Applications for the Automotive Industry
Enduring quality and durability are core design elements and a prime factor in the automotive industry. So the use of varied stainless steel applications rises to the top.
The Only Choice for Large Stainless Steel Beams
Stainless Structurals produces standard stainless steel profiles up to 24 inches. But we can produce even larger custom shapes – and this particular job involved some very large stainless steel beams.
Manatee Gates – Protecting Endangered Species With Stainless Steel
Stainless Structurals is involved in many different projects for water control because of the corrosive nature of these environments. The production of animal protection products like manatee gates also increases.
Laser Fused Process for Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel
The use of Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS) in modern design and construction has given rise to a new trend of architectural expression.
Benefits of Steel Recycling
The steel resources on earth are finite. Therfore steel recycling is very important for consumers and for the commercial and manufacturing industry.
Stainless Structurals – Made in the USA!
High demand for domestic stainless steel. Stainless Structurals fulfills your individual desires. The company has evolved from a branch of Montanstahl to a recognized steel company in the USA.
Trapezoid Bar – A Stainless Steel Special Profile
Do you know that we also produce special profiles and custom profiles? One stainless steel hot rolled section that we stock in Conroe, Texas is our Trapezoid Bar.
A Pool House made of Duplex Stainless Steel
One of the more unique jobs Stainless Structurals has been a part of was a custom pool house made of duplex stainless steel for a private residence in Danbury, Connecticut.
Stainless Steel Beams for SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego, California just launched a new Orca Encounter this spring. This called for stainless steel beams as there is no better construction material for salt water applications.
Fire Resistance of Stainless Steel
Numerous industries use stainless steel. Although its corrosion resistance somewhat overshadows it, the heat and fire resistance of stainless steel is a major property of this metal.
Tariffs and Duties on Steel Imports into the US
Tariffs and duties on the US-import of stainless steel and other metals is a hot topic . Part of this is because of the Chinese production and its role in the Section 232 investigation.
Welding Stainless Steel Traditionally
Welding stainless steel compared to carbon steel has two main differences: you must take more care in temperature control, and match the filler metals properly with the material being welded.
Custom Stainless Steel Supports for a Dairy Plant
Cornell University in Ithaca, New York had a renovation project for its College of Agriculture and Life Sciences dairy plant. This project required custom stainless steel beams to support the new glass facade.
Easy Cleaning Methods for Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is durable, easy to maintain, and offers a clean and aesthetic appearance. There are some effective and inexpensive cleaning methods for surfaces with fingerprints or dirt on them.
Duplex Stainless Steel for the South Ferry Terminal
The South Ferry Terminal subway station in New York City was in need of a complete rebuild and duplex stainless steel was a material of choice for certain structural aspects.
Stainless Steel for Medical Equipment
Everyone has been to the doctor or dentist and seen their medical equipment. But do you know why the tools they use on patients are made from stainless steel?
Custom Shapes for a Custom Closet
A custom closet with plenty of shelving, storage, and space is a dream for most homeowners. This project below made one homeowner’s dream closet a reality.
Design-Build with Stainless Steel
Design-build companies combine engineers, architects and constructors on one team to complete a construction project. This method of construction is increasing in popularity.
Stainless Steel Beams in a Brewery
One of the largest beer companies in the United States needed stainless steel supports in one a brewery. American Refrigeration, who was in charge of the install, had the contractor contact Stainless Structurals to assist with the job.
Advantages of Laser Welded Profiles
Laser welding is an exciting new technology that offers many advantages to conventional welding. This production method also allows manufacturing customized stainless steel profiles and special shapes.
The Benefits of Cold Drawn Steel Products
Cold drawn technology to produce bars and custom shapes is very beneficial. This article explains how you may benefit from cold drawn bars over traditional steel.
Stainless Steel for Chemical Plants
Chemical plants are a very harsh environment for metals and equipment due to the heavy corrosion factor. Stainless steel is the best choice to withstand the corrosion elements.
Stainless Steel vs. Galvanized Steel
While looking for corrosion resistance, you have probably heard of the phrase “stainless or galvanized steel”, as if these were interchangeable options. In fact, they are not at all.
Elements of Corrosion Damaging Stainless Steel
While it is the most corrosion resistant metal available, there are several different corrosive elements that can occur with stainless steel if not used properly.
Common Finishes of Stainless Steel
There are many different styles of finishes available on stainless steel shapes. From a blasted and pickled finish to a polished mirror finish, architects and designers have many options.
Stainless Steel for Conveyor Lines
There are many reasons certain conveyor components are made of stainless steel. You can find the different parts of conveyor supports, such as beams, channels and angles at Stainless Structurals.
Using Stainless Steel for Interior Designs
Stainless steel is a material that has been used in interior designs for decades. Architects and Interior Designers are using more Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS) as a design element.
Advantages of Stainless Steel in Marine Environments
Marine environments can be very harsh on materials used for construction in these applications. There is only one material that can hold up and last, and that is Stainless Steel!
The Benefits of Stainless Steel in Architecture
Stainless steel is gaining in popularity as a building material. Architects and Engineers are designing more structures where Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS) is highlighted as a design element.
Stainless Steel Sections in Building Construction
Design and construction projects are accomplished with many different materials. Each of them has certain benefits, both conceptually and technically. Stainless steel represents a decisive choice from the design stage.
Using Stainless Steel for Sculptures and Art
Using stainless steel for sculptures and art has become more popular over the last decade. Many sculptors have made stainless steel their primary material because of its many advantages.
Stainless Steel Tee Bar – Various Application Possibilities
Popular stainless steel sections are beams, channels, and angles. However, do not forget about the stainless steel tee bar. The tee section is very useful for manufacturers and production lines.
Stainless Steel for Curtain Walls
Stainless Structurals America produces large volumes of structural profiles for the architectural and construction industry, mostly for curtain walls and façade designs. Stainless steel plays a major role there.
Water Control with Stainless Structurals
For durability and corrosion resistance, stainless steel is the preferred material choice for use in wastewater treatment and environmental applications.
Stainless Steel for Beverage and Food Processing
Across the globe many food processing, food packaging and beverage manufacturing companies have made the switch to stainless steel in their production methods.
A Solution for Corrosion in Offshore Oil Rigs
Marine conditions with salt, sand and water of an offshore oil rig create a very harsh environment and corrosion. Regular steel will rust and corrode. Luckily, there is a solution!
Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS) – a new design trend
Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS) is very popular within architecture and design worldwide. This is hardly surprising considering the fact that AESS has a huge variety of positive features.
Innovative Design in Stainless Steel: The Manhattan Pyramid
In early 2016, an innovative design emerged on the west side of Manhattan. The name of the building was Via 57 West and it was designed by the world-renowned architectural firm Bjarke Ingels Group. This 467 feet tall structure was a first of its kind in the United States. The design was a hybrid form combining the European perimeter block with the traditional Manhattan style high-rise.