Technical Information about Stainless Steel - Useful Facts about Stainless Steel

Conditions Which Favour Use of Stainless Steel

• Corrosive Environments
• Very low temperatures
• High temperatures
• High strength vs mass
• Hygienic conditions required
• Aesthetic appearance
• No contamination
• Discharge slideability from hoppers
• Wet abrasion resistance
• Non-magnetic properties of austenitic grades

Key Considerations in Working Stainless Steels

• Know the material:
  Knowledge improves decision making, avoids problems and saves costs.
  
  
• Know the grade of material:
  Correct material selection is vital - risk taking is costly.
  
  
• Know the design:
  Good design ensures savings for fabricator and user.
  
  
• Know surface finishes:
  Good finishes perform well, look good and promote sales.
  
  
• Know your supplier
  
  
• Apply good housekeeping:
  Good housekeeping saves rectification costs.
  
  
• Apply production planning:
  Planning saves costs and promotes quality.
  
  
• Apply knowledge