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Steel Knowledge – Solid Facts and Versatility!


On this page, you'll find a collection of texts that offer deep insights into the world of steel. Our Academy is designed to provide valuable information and practical knowledge to both professionals and enthusiasts. Stay up to date on the latest developments and innovations in the steel industry and explore real-world examples and success stories that highlight the use of steel.

As a leading steel supplier, we are committed not just to showcasing our products, but also to offering you a complete package.

THE PERFECT KNIFE STEEL

Steel is the deciding factor that effects the performance and durability of a knife and dictates what you can do with it. This is exactly why choosing the right steel is important, to get the best possible performance of a knife. 

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WHAT IS FOOD GRADE STAINLESS STEEL?

In our kitchens as well as in the food industry, food grade stainless steel is exposed to varying temperatures, fruit acids, oxygene, water, and harsh cleaning chemicals just to name a few things that can influence the durability and challenge the corrosion resistance of any steel.

HOT WORK VS. COLD WORK

When choosing hot work vs cold work steel, it is important to understand the unique and common properties to ensure the best performance and tool life, with the final application playing a big factor when choosing too.

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WHAT IS CHROMOLY STEEL?

Chromoly steel is a low alloy steel which finds its uses in many different industries due to its high degree of strength and toughness. The name Chromoly refers to the main alloying supplements Chromium and Molybdenum.

300 SERIES STAINLESS STEEL

AISI (American Iron and Steel Industry) and SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) classifies the 300 series stainless steel as austenitic chromium nickel and chromium nickel molybdenum steel. 
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BALL BEARING STEEL

Ball bearing steel can be chrome steel or stainless steel, the choice of which steel is used depends on the actual application, speed, temperature, load, lubrication and the environment they are used for. 

400 SERIES STAINLESS STEEL

The 400 series stainless steel has a good combination of corrosion resistance and durability though is less corrosion resistant compared to the 300 series but stronger and magnetic.

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WHAT IS MILD STEEL?

Mild steel is also referred to as low carbon steel and has a content of around 0.05 % to 0.25 % of carbon by weight. It is non-alloyed and does not contain significant amounts of other elements like chromium or molybdenum.

JEWELRY FROM OUR STAINLESS STEEL

In cooperation with Mr. Boris Müller, founder of Erosch jewelry, we have followed the journey of our Stainless Steel 304, straight from the self at our production site, to the manufactured chain pendant.

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STAINLESS STEEL PENDANT: THE JOURNEY CONTINUES

IToday, we'd like to take you on the next leg of that journey and show you how these jewelry pieces are packaged before they arrive at our office, and we get to unpack them. 

ABRAMS INDUSTRIES® AS A SOFTBALL TEAM SPONSOR

As a company, we have always been committed to giving back to the communities we serve. By sponsoring the Carol Stream Ducks Youth Softball Team, we aim to provide resources and support that will enhance the team's experience.

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