Category Archives: Metal Cutting Services

Stainless Steel Products and Waterjet Cutting

In the manufacture of stainless steel products, there are many methods that technicians use to cut and shape steel. One of these methods is waterjet cutting.

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3 Desirable Features of AR500 Steel Targets

    If you’ve been to a shooting range before, you have most likely seen a number of paper targets available for the more novice shooter. Though paper targets get the job done, AR500 steel targets are a better option. Often used for military and police training, this target type offers several benefits when used … Continue reading 3 Desirable Features of AR500 Steel Targets

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Why Choose Stainless Steel Angles

With a variety of options on the market choosing the proper material for your project can be challenging.  Alliant Metals offers a wide range of products and services.  Among them, stainless steel angles have proven a customer favorite.  Listed below are a few benefits to help you decide for yourself if stainless steel is the … Continue reading Why Choose Stainless Steel Angles

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Ways of Cutting Steel

There are a variety of ways to efficiently cut stainless steel. What are the differences, and which is best for your project? Take a look at this quick guide to know the best way to cut steel for your metal needs. Grinding This method uses an abrasive wheel to cut through the metal. The resulting … Continue reading Ways of Cutting Steel

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What is AR500 Steel?

When discussing our steel gong targets with customers, the experts at Alliant Metals are often asked what AR500 steel is. For those who have never bought a steel target before, it’s a valid question, especially with all of our targets are created from the same metal. Our professionals want our customers to understand our standards, and why AR500 is the only steel we should use for their metal targets. 

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Where to Aim on a Silhouette Target

On top of the steel gong targets that Alliant Metals sells to customers, we also offer steel silhouette targets that are great to take with you to the range.

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Gun Safety 101

As a company that sells steel gong targets, we have the audience and opportunity to teach new shooters a thing or two about the importance of gun safety.

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What to Look for in a Metal Distributor

Unfortunately, not all metal distributors for stainless steel products are equal, and it can be hard to find which are worth the investment.

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Benefits of Stainless Steel Angles

When choosing the stainless steel products you need for your business, knowing where to begin is half of the battle. Depending on your project, you could need a number of services from Alliant Metals. We want to help make the process a little easier for you. If you’re on the fence about purchasing stainless steel … Continue reading Benefits of Stainless Steel Angles

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Benefits of Waterjet Cutting

Alliant Metals has been distributing stainless and other alloys in the metal industry for over 30 years, and have learned and embraced most of its cutting and polishing technology since our opening. These advancements mean we’re able to stay current in all metal cutting processes, including waterjet cutting. There are so many reasons to consider … Continue reading Benefits of Waterjet Cutting

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Common Uses for 316 Stainless Steel

Known for its resistance to corrosion and other elements, 316 stainless steel is a common option for many of Alliant Metal’s customers. This go-to product is a great option within so many industries because it can easy apply within a number of settings. Knowing the limits and needed durability of your metals is essential to … Continue reading Common Uses for 316 Stainless Steel

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Waterjet or Plasma Cut?

After deciding on your stainless steel plate or sheet sizes and grades for your next project, you might find yourself wondering what kind of cutting system you should use: waterjet versus plasma? Alliant Metals’ experts can help you narrow in on what will work best for your needs, but we also love pointing out some … Continue reading Waterjet or Plasma Cut?

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Why Fabricators Prefer Plasma Cutting over Oxyfuel Cutting?

When it comes to metal fabrication and product manufacturing, the preferred cutting system will make an immense difference to the quality and durability of the metal product.

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Comparing Four CNC Cutting Technologies

What are the similarities between plasma cutting, water jet cutting, and oxy fuel and laser cutting?

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