Dec 13, 2010
After a decline in the summer, stainless and raw material prices are increasing. The volatility comes from both the supply of materials like nickel, nickel pig iron, and the general state of the global economy. Currently the projected December surcharge for 304 and 316 is back to the May-June levels. Our outlook is a flat or slightly increasing January with a correction predicted for late spring...
Sep 22, 2010
1. When the product is corrosive to the piping system. Products containing chlorides and other salts can attack the tubing and fittings used to transport the products throughout a plant. Systems fabricated from 304 or 316 stainless steel can become leaky after prolonged contact with salty food and beverages, e.g. sports drinks and soy sauces. If the product is...
Jul 6, 2010
Have you ever experienced weld puddle shift? Have you ever wondered why ASME BPE limits sulfur for tube and fittings to .005% to .017%? Take a look at these videos, and you’ll understand why. Clip 1 shows matched sulfur of .008% on both weld pieces. Clip 2 shows mismatched sulfur of .002% welded to .014%. Notice how the weld pool tracks off-center of...
