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Stainless steel grades (202, 304, 316), pipe and tube sizes, mild steel vs aluminium and how to read a mill test certificate.

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SS 304 vs SS 316 Stainless Steel: Which Grade Should You Choose?
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SS 304 vs SS 316 Stainless Steel: Which Grade Should You Choose?

SS 304 or SS 316? A clear, practical comparison of the two most common stainless steel grades — corrosion resistance, cost, and the right pick for railings, kitchens and coastal projects.

17 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
SS Pipe & Tube in Bangalore: Sizes, Grades and How to Order
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SS Pipe & Tube in Bangalore: Sizes, Grades and How to Order

Common stainless steel pipe and tube sizes stocked in Bangalore, the difference between pipe and tube, and exactly what to specify when you place an order.

09 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
SS 202 vs SS 304: When Is the Cheaper Grade Actually OK?
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SS 202 vs SS 304: When Is the Cheaper Grade Actually OK?

SS 202 costs less than 304 — but it rusts in the wrong conditions. Here is an honest comparison and the exact situations where 202 is fine and where it is a mistake.

08 Jul 2026 · 5 min read
Mild Steel vs Stainless Steel vs Aluminium: Which Metal for Your Project?
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Mild Steel vs Stainless Steel vs Aluminium: Which Metal for Your Project?

Strength, corrosion resistance, weight and cost compared across mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium — with clear recommendations for railings, structures and interiors.

07 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Stainless Steel Tube Size Chart for Railings and Fabrication
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Stainless Steel Tube Size Chart for Railings and Fabrication

A practical reference of common stainless steel round and square tube sizes, wall thicknesses and typical uses for railings, handrails and fabrication work.

05 Jul 2026 · 4 min read
How to Read a Steel Mill Test Certificate (MTC)
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How to Read a Steel Mill Test Certificate (MTC)

What a mill test certificate shows, how to check the chemical and mechanical values, and how to verify the steel you received matches the grade you paid for.

21 Jun 2026 · 5 min read
Aluminium Profiles for Interiors: Types, Uses and Finishes
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Aluminium Profiles for Interiors: Types, Uses and Finishes

Aluminium sections used in modern interiors — partition, handle, skirting, LED and framing profiles — plus finish options and how aluminium compares to steel.

20 Jun 2026 · 5 min read
SS 316 vs 316L: What the 'L' Means and When It Matters
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SS 316 vs 316L: What the 'L' Means and When It Matters

The difference between SS 316 and 316L stainless steel — carbon content, weldability and corrosion after welding — and which grade to specify for your project.

16 Jun 2026 · 4 min read
Stainless Steel Sheet Sizes & Gauges: A Reference Guide
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Stainless Steel Sheet Sizes & Gauges: A Reference Guide

Common stainless steel sheet sizes, standard thicknesses and gauge references, plus finishes and how to order sheet cut to size for fabrication.

11 Jun 2026 · 4 min read
MS Angle, Channel & Beam Sizes: A Buyer's Reference
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MS Angle, Channel & Beam Sizes: A Buyer's Reference

A practical reference to common mild steel angle, channel and beam sizes, their uses in fabrication and structures, and how to order the right section.

10 Jun 2026 · 5 min read
Perforated & Expanded Metal Sheet: Types and Uses
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Perforated & Expanded Metal Sheet: Types and Uses

The difference between perforated and expanded metal sheet, common hole patterns and mesh types, and where each is used in facades, screens and safety grip.

09 Jun 2026 · 4 min read