The applications of steel in the metal industry
As specialists in steel sheets and with the experience of more than 15 years distributing materials to the metallurgical sector throughout Spain, we can say that the applications of steel are multiple. There are many territories in which we have distributed steel, with the areas of Valencia, the Basque Country or Zaragoza being the ones where we have worked most frequently due to their great growth and projection in the metallurgical industry.
When we talk about the metallurgical industry, we refer to all those activities whose main material is worked with is metal and its derivatives, such as steel. As we well know, steel is a type of alloy of iron and carbon, and depending on the treatment to which it is subjected, it can have a different hardness, elasticity, resistance or ductility. The application of steel is so wide that we would highlight the following sectors:
- Construction Steel
- Steel for Metallurgy & Fabrication
- Automotive Steel
- Steel for Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
- Steel for Energy & Mining
- Steel for Industrial Furniture Manufacturers
Due to the great advances in recent years, we are currently facing a highly technical industry, which requires large investments in R+D to optimize processes and develop new materials. Automation and industry 4.0 are transforming metallurgical processes and moving towards greater sustainability. At Ferros Texar we work daily to follow quality and sustainability standards in all our processes.
Our transport service guarantees the delivery of steel sheets in 24-48 hours, guaranteeing a commitment throughout the territory of the peninsula. The growth in industrialisation in the areas of the Valencian Community, the Basque Country and Aragon (specifically Zaragoza) has made our presence in these areas more constant. The three regions share with us and with each other, some points such as the commitment to innovation, internationalisation and sustainability. It is true that each one has its own strengths and specialisations and it is precisely in the specialisation of these areas where the diversification of the application of steel in the different industrial sectors is most highlighted.
Steel applications in the metallurgy sector
Steel has a large number of applications in many sectors, such as automotive, aeronautics, construction, energy, electronics, among others. At Ferros Texar we have specialized in the application of steel in the metal industry.
Construction
Application of Steel in Construction |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Truck/tractor | Hot-rolled sheet metal / S355MC / S700MC |
| Agricultural machinery (presses, crushers, screeners, dryers, etc.) |
Hot-rolled sheet metal / S355MC / S700MC |
| School modules, etc. | Cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Façade renovation and rehabilitation companies. | Galvanized
sheet metal Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Doors and windows | |
| Elevator | S235- S355 |
| Blinds | Galvanized sheet metal |
| Sports | Galvanized
sheet metal Black sheet metal |
| Stairs | Black Sheet Metal |
Cooling
Application of steel in refrigeration |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning | Galvanized sheet metal |
| Air ducts | |
| Parking Ventilation | |
| Fans | |
| Air conditioning |
Automotive
Application of steel in the automotive industry |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Exhaust | Polished sheet metal (DC04/ DC05) |
| Lifting ramps | Black/grooved/teardrop sheet metal |
| Mufflers | Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Component manufacturing |
Appliances
Application of steel in household appliance manufacturing |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Dishwasher | Galvanized
sheet metal Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Refrigerators | |
| Washing machines | |
| Microwave | |
| Kitchens | |
| Dryers | |
| Fans | |
| Furnaces | Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
Acoustic elements
Application of steel in the manufacture of acoustic elements |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Baffles | Perforated sheet metal |
| Speaker grilles | |
| Acoustic panels (walls and ceilings) | Perforated
sheet metal Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
Mining
Application of Steel in Mining Fabrication: |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Dust | Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Conveyor belts | Polished or cold-rolled
sheet metal Black sheet metal |
| Vibrating screens | Perforated sheet metal |
| Coal | Black sheet
metal Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Mining screens | |
| Protective guards |
Furniture
Application of steel in furniture: |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Chairs | Polished or cold-rolled
sheet metal Black sheet metal |
| Tables | |
| Shelving | Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Lockers | |
| Filing cabinets | |
| Lighting |
Filtration
Application of steel in filtration: |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Cryogenic trays | Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Pulp Paper Mill Screens | |
| Air diffusers | Polished or cold-rolled
sheet metal Perforated sheet metal |
| Filtration cartridges | |
| Drain screens | |
| Liquid/Solid Separation Equipment |
Health and Chemical Industry
Application of steel in healthcare and chemical industry |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Waste | Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
| Biomedical glove box diffusers | |
| Incubator trays | |
| Cleanroom diffusers | |
| Test tube trays | |
| Steam Hoods |
Telecommunications and electronics
Application of Steel in Telecommunications and Electronics |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Wiring | Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
Leisure
Application of steel in the leisure sector |
Type of steel sheet used: |
|---|---|
| Arcade | Polished or cold-rolled sheet metal |
