Galvanized steel articles are coated with one or more layers of zinc in order to improve strength and corrosion resistance in industrial, commercial and domestic applications where steel parts are exposed to corrosive materials or are in high use.
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Block Steel Corp.Skokie, IL 847-966-3000 Block Steel Corp specializes in the manufacturing of galvanized steel and is a leading distributor of its kind. Block's inventory averages 25,000 tons, which means they can fill almost all aluminized orders immediately. Block Steel`s quality is second to none. If you have any questions, please give them a call or browse through the numerous quality options advertised on their helpful website.
Metal AssociatesPompton Plains, NJ 800-838-1978 Metal Associates is a full line distributor of non-ferrous and ferrous metals in all shapes, tempers, forms and alloys, as well as precision and standard waveguide tubes in a wide range of sizes and materials. Metal Associates provides top-of-the-line galvanized steel, in addition to a long list of every sort of metal product you can think of. Call Metal Associates today.
Leeco Steel, LLCLisle, IL 800-621-4366 Leeco is a trusted resource for HSLA, alloy steels & specialty grades not available from other distributors. They deliver extremely strong and resistant galvanized steel, including nonstandard lengths & thicknesses. As part of the O`Neal Steel family of companies, they offer 7 locations to efficiently serve you. Leeco's products exhibit exceptional flatness, formability, weldability & strength.
Yarde Metals, Inc.Southington, CT 800-444-9494 Yarde Metals is recognized as a leader in supplying metal to industries world wide. "We guarantee we will supply our customers with quality metal products, on time, every time, without compromise to accuracy or service." Experience this quality yourself and place an order of their galvanized steel today or browse their comprehensive website for any of their other distinguished products.
Eaton Steel Bar CompanyOak Park, MI 248-398-3434 Since 1953, The Eaton Steel Bar Company has been at the forefront of cold-drawn and hot-rolled steel products. Drawing on our family-owned tradition, Eaton Steel is built on a solid foundation of trust, loyalty and stability. We have the capacity to warehouse 100,000 tons of inventory and ship up to 400,000 tons annually. Eaton Steel is positioned for long-term growth and profitability.
Skorr Steel Company, Inc.Brooklyn, NY 718-386-9577 At Skorr Steel, ONLY quality galvanized steel is stocked. Skorr specializes in the unusual grades: 347, 420, 440C, 17-4PH & 15-5PH from 3/16" to 4" thick. Skor offers waterjet cutting, plasma cutting, shearing and abrasive saw cutting. Skorr is ISO 9001:2000 certified, offers expedited service and has a dedicated and knowledgeable staff ready to help you reach your goals.
Penn Stainless ProductsQuakertown, PA 800-222-6144 Founded in 1949, Penn Stainless Products, Inc. was originally a fabrication business, trading as Schrader`s Stainless. In 1979, this business was acquired by the present ownership and focused on distribution and processing of quality galvanized steel in addition to numerous other quality products and metal forms. Penn is dedicated to meeting your needs with the highest level of customer service.
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Steel, composed predominantly of iron, is among the most common alloys in the world. In addition to iron and carbon, other metallic elements are introduced to create unique alloys with application-specific properties. Galvanization enhances these qualities by forming a metallurgical bond between the steel and zinc. This not only improves tensile strength but also provides an added layer of protection. While this layer, varying in thickness from one mil to just over four mils, will eventually corrode, the damage is significantly slowed. The application of zinc is a relatively simple and cost effective procedure, making its use popular for a variety of steel hardware and fixtures such as grills, grids, grip plates and grates, nails, braces, screws, beams, studs and even automotive paneling. A wide variety of industries make use of the prolonged lifespan of galvanized steel parts. Construction, automotive, electronic, shipbuilding, aerospace, marine, chemical and food processing, power generation, water treatment and several other applications utilize galvanization to ensure the quality and safety of finished products.
Galvanization is most often achieved through a process known as hot-dip galvanizing. Essentially, this involves bathing steel components in molten zinc. Zinc is kept liquefied at temperatures near 860°F. The metal articles, first cleaned with a light acid solution, are either dipped or fed into the zinc bath, which forms a permanent bond with the substrate materials. When exposed to oxygen and carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, the zinc is cured and forms a layer of zinc carbonate that further protects the steel products. While traditional hot-dipping is still widely used, two additional techniques are growing in use and popularity. Electro-galvanizing passes an electric current through the zinc compound in order to create a thinner and more tightly bonded coating. The newest development is the environmentally-friendly thermal diffusion galvanizing, which eliminates the hazardous caustic and acid baths used in traditional methods. Rather than a molten bath, zinc powder is applied to steel parts that are then sealed in a drum and processed through a rotary oven. Zinc can be applied in single or multiple layers depending upon the steel's intended use. Each technique results in spangle, either uniform or large grain, on the finished product. Spangle is the appearance of a crystalline structure that gives the formerly shiny metals a dull grey appearance. Galvanization is most often applied to pre-formed ready-for-assembly parts, though some steel service centers provide stock shapes as well.
