Galvanised

1. Coil inside diameter
Slit coils 508 mm
Slit strip 508 mm

2. Full slab coil mass
925 mm 18 Tons
1225 mm 22 Tons
1500 mm 24 Tons

3. Thickness (measured 40 mm from the edge)



4. Width



5. Flatness (cut lengths)



6. Camber (cut lengths)

7. Length (cut lengths)

8. Diagonals (cut lengths out of square)

In regards to metal production, steel galvanising or hot-dip galvanising refers to a metallurgical process, one that is used to apply a coast to zinc, iron or steel materials. This coat, in turn prevents the onset of galvanic corrosion - more specifically, rusting of any item that is deemed as ferrous. It is of course, accomplished through a series of non-electrochemical means, however it does offer up its own electrochemical uses. For more than a century, products such as hot-dip galvanised steel have been used in an effective manner in most businesses. The inherent value of such a material originates from the intrinsic corrosion resistance of zinc itself. Under many well-documented harsh service conditions, it is far better to make use of zinc then steel or even iron. Additionally, it will form a barrier against physical effects from the weather and other elements, such as corrosion.

Zinc, when applied as a hot-dipped galvanised coating will methodically protect any uncovered steel. On another note, when galvanising for the inherent protection of iron and steel, the costs themselves will become far lower. The application process is also rather easy, and the products themselves will live a fairly maintenance-free life.

The hot dip galvanisation process will deposit a rather thick and highly robust layer – more often than not it is far more than what the product itself requires. This is true for many applications. For instance, in the case of automobile bodies, an additional coat of rust-proofing paint must be applied. Galvanisation will be used, but in a different form that is known as electro-galvanisation. The process itself of hot-dipping will reduce the base metals strength. Therefore, any protection that is provided will become insufficient for products that are exposed on a constant basis to corrosive materials (this includes saline water). In regards to this, more expensive stainless steel is a preferred option.

Eventually though, rusting will occur and attack the underlying steel. If the product is in constant exposure to acidic rain, the process is sped up greatly. Trust Steelrode for the very best in galvanisation for your steel products. With our assistance, your items will last for many years to come.