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Steel

Steel is a type of metal forged with iron and coal that is lighter and stronger than iron.

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conversion cost

Metals; Steel

Resources spent to process material in a single stage, from one type to another. The costs of converting iron ore to hot metal or bauxite to aluminum can be isolated for analysis.

converter

Metals; Steel

Processes steel into a more finished state, such as pipe, tubing, and cold-rolled strip, before selling it to end users. Such steel generally is not sold on contract, making the converter segment of ...

COREX®

Metals; Steel

COREX® is a coal-based smelting process that yields hot metal or pig iron. The output can be used by integrated mills or EAF mills.

corrosion

Metals; Steel

The gradual degradation or alteration of metal caused by atmosphere, moisture, or other agents.

culvert pipe

Metals; Steel

Heavy gauge, galvanized steel that is spiral-formed or riveted into corrugated pipe, which is used for highway drainage applications.

cut-to-length

Metals; Steel

Process to uncoil sections of flat-rolled steel and cut them into a desired length. Product that is cut to length is normally shipped flat-stacked.

deburring

Metals; Steel

The process used to smooth the sharp, jagged edges of a cut piece of steel.

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