Liquid metal embrittlement occurs because of the impact of the molten metal (zinc in the case of galvanizing) on vulnerable steels. Stainless steel experiences the most common liquid metal ...

Over the last 10 years, steelmakers around the world have developed new structural-grade steels with higher tensile strengths and yields. This progress has enabled producers to use lighter section ...

HANCEVILLE, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Birmingham Fastener, a full-service manufacturer and distributor of fasteners, has launched ZincFast, a new company dedicated to providing high-quality, ...

HANCEVILLE, Ala., July 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Birmingham Fastener, a full-service manufacturer and distributor of fasteners, has launched ZincFast, a new company dedicated to providing ...

Hot-dip galvanizing offers unmatched corrosion resistance and longevity, but achieving the best results starts with smart design. From venting and drainage to stress reduction, small detailing choices ...

Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. Steel structures face constant exposure to moisture, pollutants, abrasion, and temperature shifts. Over time, these factors lead to ...

Steel structures face constant exposure to moisture, pollutants, abrasion, and temperature shifts. Over time, these factors lead to corrosion, reducing the strength and safety of bridges, utility ...

Duplex coating, a method that combines hot dip galvanizing with painting, is widely regarded as one of the most effective strategies for corrosion control. According to Robin Clarke, Executive ...