Tag: 304 stainless steel

Waterjet vs. Plasma Cutting

Join the Alliant Metals team as we compare waterjet and plasma cutting as methods for cutting stainless steel sheets and plates.

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How Stainless Steel Products Prevent Food Contamination

The food and beverage industry relies on stainless steel products to prevent food contamination. Here are two of the key reasons why.

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15-5PH and 17-4PH Stainless Steel: How Precipitation Hardening Works

Here is an overview of how precipitation hardening works for 15-5PH and 17-4PH stainless steel alloys.

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Strengthening Stainless Steel Products by Annealing

Let’s take a look at the process, effects, and applications of annealing to strengthen stainless steel products.

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Food-Grade Materials: Why Stainless Steel?

Here are the primary reasons why stainless steel is the preferred material for kitchen appliances and equipment.

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Why Do We Polish Stainless Steel Products?

We’re used to seeing a shiny finish on stainless steel products, but why is it there? Is it only to make it look better, or does it have some practical benefits?

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Did You Know About These Applications for 304 Stainless Steel?

Let’s take a look at some of the applications where you might not have expected to find 304 stainless steel.

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303 and 304 Stainless Steel: What’s the Difference?

303 and 304 are two of the most common grades of the 300 series. Here’s how they’re different and what they’re used for.

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Is Stainless Steel Always Magnetic?

Did you know that not all stainless steel products are magnetic? Let’s find out which types of stainless steel are magnetic and why.

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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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