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6 Key Facts About Steel Balls

1. What are Forged Steel Balls?

Forged Steel Grinding Balls are used in metallurgy and gold mining for grinding the ores. It is used for enrichment of extracted raw materials in drum mills. It is used for the preparation of pulverized coal. At Camasteel, we have grinding media for your bulk purchase.

Ball milling is a mechanical technique widely used to grind powders into fine particles and blend materials. Being an environmentally-friendly, cost-effective technique, it has found wide application in industry all over the world.

2. What is a ball mill and how they work with steel balls

The ball mill is made up of a hollow section that spins down either a horizontal or a vertical axis. The section is packed with balls. The materials to be crushed are added and the balls move around inside the mill, colliding with the materials. Grinding balls are used to grind materials into fine powders.

Dry Ball Mill for Grinding Construction Materials

3. Steel Grinding Balls Have Many Uses!

Steel Grinding balls are used in the mining, coal, construction (for example, to make cement) and other industries: in ball mills as grinding bodies for grinding materials by impact, abrasion and crushing. The balls are produced from iron and steel.

4. What are Steel Grinding Balls Made of?

Each forged steel grinding ball is manufactured from steel and steel alloys which have superior resistance to abrasion and low wear rates and are solid from surface to center. This is a forged steel ball that is hardened for superior strength. These sturdy, well built, shock-absorbing steel balls are the perfect hardness for ball mill grinding. Whether you are grinding raw materials in ball mills, or using planetary ball mills on a smaller scale to get a finer particle size, these are the forged steel balls for you.

Quality Forged Steel Grinding Ball

5. Forged Steel Ball Advantages Have Multiple Advantages

• Forged steel grinding balls are excellent in surface quality.
• They are extremely tough.
• They are resistant to impact and abrasion.
• They do not crack and lose circularity easily.
• Proper care and installation of Forged Steel Grinding Balls needs to be taken into consideration in order to avoid any unwanted effects.

6. How to Buy Steel Balls?

You may be able to find limited and more expensive steel grinding ball manufacturers in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of steel balls, it is preferable to import directly from manufacturers like Camasteel, where we offer a variety of high-quality and sustainable steel products. This guarantees the issuing of certifications and cost savings, making it better than purchasing steel in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

If you require bulk quantities of this steel, you can purchase steel balls and steel grinding rods on our website camasteel.com.

To learn more about steel grinding balls, along with how to purchase in bulk, please watch the video below:

How to Buy Steel From Chinese Steel Manufacturers in 10 steps

We recently posted some blogs about the premium steel products available at Camasteel.

Camasteel steel products (from the left): steel balls, steel grinding rods, pre-painted galvanized iron and steel nails

We also posted some youtube content and we have often been asked by viewers about the international trade process and how to import steel from China. Many of their problems were due to a lack of knowledge regarding the process and legislations, along with not knowing how to manage risks, and finally they were concerned about not knowing reliable Chinese steel manufacturers. Camasteel have drafted an easy-to-follow plan for prospective importers. To reduce corporate risk, and cut costs when importing steel from China, follow the ten simple steps below:

1. Apply for the import qualification to buy steel

Many countries have legislations in place, which have set guidelines which companies and individuals should follow when importing steel goods, such as galvanized iron and steel nails. Correct import qualifications should be retrieved so that your activities are within the bounds of local law.

Obtaining the correct import qualifications may prove challenging in some countries, whereas in other countries it may prove very easy due to the country as a whole relying on imports for economic activity.

Importing regulation factors when you buy steel

If you would like to save both money and time, having an import agency or purchasing steel from steel manufacturers like Camasteel is the best option for your company. We offer consultancy and extra support in an end-to-end service package for those who do not want to deal with the stress of the import details on their own.

2. Learn the government policy for buying steel through import from China.

In our previous articles, we talked about the China steel production industry, which boasts a capacity that is world-leading. This led multiple countries to impose anti-dumping tax on Chinese steel supplies to preserve their local steel industry. It is important that you check if your local government has this kind of policy in place If you want to import steel from China. If there is no tax, it means that the Chinese steel products are the most competitive in the market and it is more advantageous for you to go ahead with the process. On the other hand, if a tax is present, the next best step is to compare the price (including tax) to local steel price and decide from there.

It is key to remember to investigate downstream products' prices to see whether it is possible to avoid the tax by importing semi-finished or finished products instead. You can read more about how to Import steel from Chinese manufacturers in our case study article, where we cover how we helped one of our clients in the Philippines to import pre-painted galvanized steel from China.

3. Find 3-5 potential suppliers to buy steel from

Disruption of the global E-commerce development has meant there is a boom in service and product providers on the worldwide web. Miscellaneous suppliers can be found through platforms including: search engines, social media and B2B marketplace.

During the market investigation, is is better to surf the suppliers’ website, learn their products specification and know about their relevant qualification and choose 3-5 suppliers for your considerations, taking your investigations a little further.

Steel supplier selection process

4. Send enquiry to the steel suppliers

Assemble a structured enquiry detailing the steel products, the specifications and the use case for your needs. This information can then be sent over to a Chinese steel manufacturer or Chinese steel supplier of your choice. At Camasteel, once we receive an enquiry, one of our industry experts will respond to you quickly through your contact of choice, whether that be by email or phone. It is important that you monitor the speed and accuracy of each supplier to ensure you get the best value for your money when you buy steel products from China.

If you find that 3-5 suppliers are not enough or you do not feel confident with their estimates, contact around 2-3 more to have a broader option. The key piece of advice we would offer you here at Camasteel is that you should use a company email address if you have one, detailing your needs, pains and use case. Be as concise as you can whilst providing all relevant details to ensure an efficient service; it also presents you as a real and valuable buyer, rather than someone who is just browsing or has little real interest. Secondly, try to know the difference between FOB and CIF, or go for a supplier like Camasteel with consultants who can understand this and other trade terms, so prices can be compared on the same basis.

Supplier selection criterion

5. Learn the package and freight of your finished or semi finished steel product

If you choose to adopt the FOB trade term to import steel products from Chinese steel manufacturers, you will need to find the freight forwarder independently; this is so you can ask them to quote the freight price and then opt for the best one. You also need to know different kinds of packages such as: containers of varying size, bulk transportation, bags, drums etc. The packaging does not only affect the freight price; it is also a direct determiner of the security of the goods. It is therefore important that you push dialogue with your supplier regarding the safest package methods. Then, you may ask the forwarder to offer the best price for your chosen method.

6. Steel import payment and delivery terms

Once a quotation has been given to you by the suppliers, payment terms can be discussed, along with delivery times. You may exercise buyer power in order to negotiate better payment terms for yourself. There is plenty of competition in the steel industry, meaning buyer power is strong, meaning they are in a prime position for negotiation. Moreover, aside from aspects surrounding payment, different delivery time, with it being dependent on their production capacity and production plan. It is also important to collect relevant details before finalizing your decision surrounding the import.

7. Complete the contract and prepayment for your steel products

After you compare the price, payment and delivery time as well as other aspects from several suppliers, go for the provider who best suits all your needs and have them send a contract and invoice.

Invoice for Steel Product                 Contract agreement

The contract and invoice will ideally be very concise and detail all you have discussed regarding the steel product. Instructions. Don’t expect you can get the best deal from every perspective. For example, there may be a deal with a better price, however the delivery time may be significantly longer.

8. Once steel production is finished, make the balance payment

The production time and delivery time vary according to different suppliers; during this time, you’d better ask the supplier to report you the progress to avoid any case that influences the delivery time. After the supplier has notified you that your steel products are ready, then you need to make the balance payment and ask the supplier to deliver the goods. If you use another payment term, you can change accordingly. If you impose great importance to the quality inspection during the production, ensure that you appoint a third-party-inspection company to help you inspect the goods quality during the production and delivery.

9. Ensure your steel makes custom clearance.

Now it’s time to wait for your steel products to arrive! This is the most relaxed part of the process - and if you picked the right steel supplier it certainly will be easy for you! During this time, you should also appoint a custom clearance agent to take care of relevant issues including importing tax for you, otherwise you may have to do them independently. If this is the case, have no fear! Contact us today and one of our consultants will be happy to advise you about your local guidelines and guide you through any necessary processes.

10. Receiving your finished or semi-finished steel product

Once custom clearance and tax payment is complete, your goods should be delivered safely to your shop or warehouse. Upon receiving the goods, be sure to inspect the goods including the packaging, product type, quality and quantity twice over. If you are happy with the results, then you are all finished! However, should anything be incorrect or if you are dissatisfied, it is important to take a photograph immediately as evidence and contact your supplier to make a claim. The supplier should have after-sales support available to you.

Delivery of steel products

Our steel can be shipped in bulk to any port nearest to you. Before any export, we make sure to test random samples to ensure quality and specifications meet client requirements. This includes a dropping test, a hardness test, chemical element analysis and impact value test. Grinding rods developed independently have already reached the international advanced level. We also provide a mill certificate, a third party inspection report such as that from SGS before export.

What could go wrong?

Maybe you've tried to import steel products from China before, but you did not get the best value for your money; or perhaps you have never imported steel and opt for over-priced local suppliers? Our quality, reliable source of steel products and solutions match domestic and foreign demands for varied steel resources. Camasteel's international background and wealth of knowledge allows us to operate and provide bespoke steel solutions worldwide including Asia, Europe, Africa, America and others. Contact us today with your specifications and size requirements and we will help you source the right product.

Why Camasteel?

At Camasteel, we provide plenty of information to help our customers navigate with their import process and have experts at hand to help with all their needs. You can collect insights about our company on our Linkedin page and other social media such as facebook. You can find out more about international trade and different steel products, along with how to buy them and their different uses on our blog, which we post on regularly. You can also head over to our youtube channel and watch content such as this video!

The above 10 steps are essential steps needed to import steel from China. Whilst steps may vary across cases, it is imperative that all those who hope to import from chinese steel manufacturers must remember the key rise-control points to avoid loss and ensure value across the transaction. Good luck during your next International trade!

Introduction- What is grinding media?

Grinding media are instruments used to break down or pulverize material in a mill. This could be material from mining, construction materials and more. It comes in different forms such as:

• Alumina oxide balls
• Cast-iron balls
• Ceramic balls and cylinders
• Soda lime glass.

We have three types of grinding media which we produce at Camasteel:

●    Forged steel grinding balls

Steel balls are components used as grinding media and as a rolling mechanism in rotary motion components like wheels and bearing. Steel balls are commonly used in automobiles for semi-precision bearings, as well as for other commercial uses.

●    Cast iron grinding balls

Cast iron grinding balls are grinding media with the geometric shape of a ball. They are manufactured  by casting molten iron tino chill molds or sand molds. They are used in large quantities in grinding mills for crushing coal, ores, cement, and many other objects.

●    Steel grinding rod

Grinding rods are a type of grinding media, made of steel, that has gone through specific degrees of heat treatments to enhance the wear and impact resistance of the material. Grinding rods are usually used in rod mills.

Steel Grinding Balls, Grinding Rods & Cylpebs for Grinding Mill | Non-metallic grinding balls

What is a Steel Grinding Rod?

Steel grinding rods are high quality steel rods that have undergone various heat treatments to maximize the wear and impact resistance.

Rod mills are very similar to ball mills, except they use long rods for grinding media. The rods grind the ore by tumbling within the mill, similar to the grinding balls in a ball mill. To prevent the conditions leading to rod charge tangling, the length to diameter ratio is maintained at 1.4 to 1.6.

Quality Forged Steel Grinding Rod

What is a Forged Steel Grinding Ball?

Forged Steel Grinding Balls are used in metallurgy and gold mining for grinding the ores. It is used for enrichment of extracted raw materials in drum mills. It used for the preparation of pulverized coal

Forged Steel Grinding Balls

What is a  Steel Ball Mill?

The ball mill is made up of a hollow section that spins down either a horizontal or a vertical axis. The section is packed with balls. The materials to be crushed are added and the balls move around inside the mill, colliding with the materials. Grinding balls are used to grind materials into fine powders.

Ball Mill for Mining

What is a Steel Grinding Rod Used For?

Steel Grinding Rods are used in metallurgy and mining for grinding metal ores such as iron, copper, and gold. Further uses are listed below:

• It is used for the processing of extracted minerals.
• It can be used for grinding coke and friable non-metals.
• It is used to grind material for glass.
• It is also used to grind gravel to produce sand

Fine Crushing

Rod mill can be used as the fine crushing equipment to replace short-type cone crushers when crushing soft ores. It has a simple configuration, less costs and low dust pollution, which can save a lot of investment in dust removal machines.

Prevention of Over-Crushing

When the tungsten ore, tin ore or other rare metal ores are selected by gravity separation or magnetic separation, rod mill is often used to prevent over crushing.

Preliminary Grinding for Larger Capacity

In the two-stage grinding process, rod grinding machine is generally used as the first grinding equipment, which has the advantages of larger production capacity and higher efficiency.

What are Steel Grinding Balls used for?

Steel Grinding balls are used in the mining, coal, construction (for example, to make cement) and other industries: in ball mills as grinding bodies for grinding materials by impact, abrasion and crushing. Some of the uses are listed below:

• It is used for enrichment of extracted raw materials in drum mills.
• It is used for the preparation of pulverized coal.
• It is used for grinding materials for pottery in ball mills.
• It is used for making cement in cement industries.
• It is also used for oil processing.

The uses can also be placed into categories. Let's take a further look:

Steel balls for mining

Ball mill has a wide range of applications. It can grind metal ore and non-mental ores, which is suitable for hard materials, such as quartz, gold ore, copper ore, iron ore, potash feldspar, etc.

Construction and Industrial uses of steel balls

A steel ball mill can also be applied in the industries such as cement, construction materials, fireproofing materials, chemical fertilizer, ore beneficiation, glass and ceramics. And the fineness of the finished product can reach 800 meshes.

What is the difference between Steel Rods and Steel Balls?

The difference between grinding media steel rods and steel balls is that the ball mill and the rod mill are suitable for grinding different materials. This along with characteristics like the density and size of each product differentiates them.

Quality Steel Grinding Balls and Steel Rods For Mining

These differences between steel balls and steel rods can be measured by:

1. Selection by material's hardness

Ball mill has a strong adaptation of material, and it is suitable for grinding hard materials, such as slag, iron ore, copper ore, etc.

Rod mill is suitable for grinding brittle material, such as rare metals.

2. Selection by required particle size

The steel ball and the mineral material are in point contact, so the finished product has a high degree of fineness, but it is also prone to over-grinding. Therefore, it is suitable for the production with high material fineness and is not suitable for the gravity beneficiation of metal ores. When the required particle size of the finished product is less than 0.5mm, it is recommended to use a ball mill.

The steel rod and the material are in line or surface contact, and most of the coarse particles are first crushed and then ground. Therefore, the finished product is uniform in quality, excellent in particle size, and high in qualification rate.

When the finished product size is required to be 1 to 3mm, it is recommended to use a rod mill.

3. Selection by the work site

In the design of the dressing plant, it is usually necessary to design the floor plan of the grinding workshop in advance, so it is necessary to consider the shape and size of the equipment. The cylinder shape of the rod mill and the ball mill is different: the cylinder of the rod mill is a long type, and the floor area is large. The ratio of the length to the diameter of the cylinder is generally 1.5 to 2.0; The cylinder of the ball mill is a barrel or a cone. And the ratio of the length to the diameter of the cylinder is small, and in most cases the ratio is only slightly larger than 1, and the floor area is small, too.

Which is better- Steel Balls or Grinding Rods?

Due to the similarities of both steel rods and steel balls, it may be quite a task determining which is better. Both bring about efficiency but to decide which grinding media type is better for you, It should be considered whether the equipment installation conditions can be met when selecting.

To learn more about grinding media and how to establish which one works best for you, please watch the video below:

Whilst the ball mill and the rod mill are the same type of machine on the appearance, there are still great differences in the interior. It is very necessary to select a suitable machine for the production to optimize the product effect and maximize its efficiency.

Moreover, Camasteel offers you the opportunity to get the best recommendation from our esteemed representatives, who are experts in the business of steel making and usage. These recommendations are offered based on the location, weather, budget, industry and intended use of our clients. Contact  Camasteel today for your quality grinding media, in bulk purchase.

Where to buy Steel Rods and Steel Balls?

You may be able to find steel grinding rods and forged steel grinding balls in small quantities in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of steel rods and steel balls, it is preferable to import directly from the manufacturers. This guarantees the issuing of certifications and cost savings, making it better than hot-hipped grinding rods and forged steel balls in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

At Camasteel, we have steel rods and steel balls for your bulk purchase. If you require bulk quantities of grinding media, you can purchase steel grinding rods and forged steel grinding balls right here on our website!

Grinding media is used for disintegrating secondary materials like cement, rocks, metals, and ores in the mining and cement industry.

Here at Camasteel, we supply

• Forged Steel Grinding Balls
• Cast Iron Grinding Balls
• Steel Grinding Rods

Collectively, these three grinding media types cover all industrial applications.

For the purpose of this blog, we’ll cover all popular and fundamental questions regarding Forged Grinding Steel Balls to help you make an informed decision for your mining or cement industry project.

Forged Steel Grinding Ball

What are forged steel balls?

Forged Steel Ball is a grinding media with superior surface quality, hardness, and impact resistance.

How are Steel Grinding Balls Manufactured?

Steel Grinding Balls are manufactured through the rigorous process of hot-rolling, forging, and stamping. The metal is heated up to 1050° C with super wear resistance material and then shaped into perfect spheres with heavy pressure machinery.

What is Steel Ball Used for?

Steel balls are components, which are used as grinding media and as  rotary motion components like wheels and bearing . Steel balls are commonly used in automobiles for semi-precision bearings, as well as for other commercial uses, which include: the use as locks, casters, drawer slides, in conveyors, trolleys and bicycles.

Steel balls as ball bearings

This blog explains in detail how we at Camasteel satisfy our client from Brazil with an order of steel balls. Importing niche steel products, like steel balls, can not only be time consuming, but also daunting and confusing. Thankfully , Camasteel has strong company values that guides us to provide the best service possible and handle the entire importing process for our clients.

How to Choose Grinding Steel Balls?

The selection of grinding steel balls depends on the hardness and coarse particle size of the ore material. Harder material requires a steel ball of larger diameter for greater impact force.

How to Measure the Performance of Grinding Steel Balls?

The effectiveness of steel balls is determined by calculating the efficiency of the ball mill which considers multiple factors. The power per tonne of the ball mill is determined by the ball mill fill rate. Good Steel balls will have:

• Greater hardness
• Greater endurance and wear resistance
• Smooth surface
• The low circle loss rate
• And low splintering rate.

The Grinding steel balls supplied by Camasteel go through full-scale industrial tests that ensure abrasion resistance and robustness of the media.

What is the Price of Grinding Steel Balls?

The price of steel balls for grinding depends on the diameter. On average,  8mm stainless steel balls cost around $6 per Kg, and 20mm steel balls cost around $1000 per tonne. For heavier media, companies usually only entertain bulk orders.

What are the Advantages of Using Grinding Steel Balls?

Grinding steel balls deal with materials too hard for cast iron balls. They are most robust, have better surface quality, and have higher abrasion resistance.

Steel balls are a recommended choice for heavy-duty and long-term work.

How Big are the Balls in a Ball Mill?

Ball mill performance is critically dependent on the ball size. Larger balls are effective for large-sized and hard particles while smaller balls are effective for the breakage of lighter and fine particles.

How to Calculate Grinding Media in Ball Mill?

Generally, steel balls must not fill more than 35% of the ball mill. The size selection of grinding balls can be calculated using the following formula:

Dm <= 6 (log dk) * d^0.5

Here, Dm = the diameter in mm of a single ball.

d = the diameter in mm of the biggest ore piece ore in the mill.

Ball Mill for Metal Ore Mining

Where to Find Quality Steel Balls for Sale?

Contact us at Camasteel if you too are looking for steel balls, or need a reliable partner that provides its clients with affordable yet quality products. Just fill us in with your company’s specific needs, and Camasteel will fulfill your request and complete the entire process for you efficiently while saving cost!

If you’d like to learn more about grinding media and how to buy steel balls and steel grinding rods, watch our youtube video below.

How to Buy Steel Balls?

You may be able to find limited and more expensive forged steel grinding ball manufacturers in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of steel balls, it is preferable to import directly from manufacturers like Camasteel, where we offer a variety of high-quality and sustainable steel products. This guarantees the issuing of certifications and cost savings, making it better than purchasing steel in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

If you require bulk quantities of this steel, you can purchase steel balls and steel grinding rods on our website camasteel.com.

To learn more about steel grinding balls, along with how to purchase in bulk, please watch the video below:

Uses of Steel Products: A PPGI Case Study

Why is Galvanized Iron Used as a Building Material?

Galvanized iron is used as a building material in varying applications from plumbing to interior decorating within the construction industry. Due to its aesthetic appeal, corrosion resistance and high durability, it is one of the most used building materials.

Galvanized Iron: Steel Used for Building Material

We at Camasteel are going to explain how we were able to satisfy one of our clients from the Philippines with an order of Galvanized iron. Importing niche steel products, like GI, can be not only time consuming, but also daunting and confusing. Thankfully for this construction company, Camasteel has strong company values that guides us to provide the best service possible and handle the entire importing process for our client!

Determining What Kind of Steel Products Our Client Needs

• The client is a Philippines based  Construction  company who were a part of the Philippines government’s Build, Build, Build program and needed to fill a large order for the best steel product to aid with the construction of houses - particularly for insulation, roofing and the walls. The client had previously considered fiberglass and also struggled choosing between PPGI and PPGL.

PPGL Roofing Sheet

Quality PPGI Roofing Sheet

• The client contacted Camasteel to express their needs, and they spoke to one of our expert steel consultants. We guided them through the process of choosing the right product, the different steel grades and specifications and how to buy steel products in the most cost-effective and sustainable way.
• We decided that Galvanized Iron (GI) was the best option for the client due to the hot-dip treatment of the steel product, where a protective zinc coating is applied to the surface to prevent rust, making it durable and the best steel product for roofing and walls in construction.
• At Camasteel, we have a variety of Galvanized Steel for sale, but it is crucial to research and find the best unit based on our client’s individual specifications.
• We worked towards finding the best Galvanized Iron deals and determining the best Galvanized steel product to buy.

Finding the Right Galvanized Iron for Building Material

• Camasteel began the search for a steel product which had undergone galvanization that would be the most ideal for the client.
• We pinpointed the sustainable and cost-friendly steel product,  pre-painted galvanized iron (PPGI); exactly what our client was looking for.
• We answered all their questions about PPGI - from working with a multitude of varied clients we pretty much know how to answer them all! Take a look at our PPGI FAQs.
• PPGI can be customized to your specific needs:

PPGI Coils for construction and product specification

Philippines construction company client specs for PPGI:

Colors: Ral 7047 (telegrey) and 8002 (flagship brown)

Grades: Various

Standard: ASTM A653M

Thickness: 1-2mm

Prepainted Galvanized Iron - High Quality PPGI Roofing Sheet For Construction

Identifying a Suitable Chinese Steel Manufacturer - Why Camasteel?

• After the order details from the client were received, we handled the rest of the process and began considering our options. The client needed 10 20ft containers of steel, galvanized and pre-coated, though for 3 different use cases; insulation, roofing and the walls.
• During the process, we decided that pre-painted corrugated galvanized iron roofing sheets, (or PPGI roofing sheets) and the PPGI steel coil would be the best two options for the client.
• After a thorough comparison and analysis between other steel products, Camasteel  shortlisted both PPGI coil and PPGI roofing sheet based on the quality to price ratio of the products, weighed up against the use case. The choice needed to be cost-effective and sustainable.
• Rather than buying galvanized iron in bulk, the better option was PPGI so that the client did not have to worry about coloring the steel sheet coil themselves. Another concern was having to further process the PPGI sheets for roofing which is why we suggested a split purchase so that the PPGI came ready-to-use for each application.

High Quality PPGI in Bulk: Achieving Clients Cost-Savings

• After we decided on the best products and deals, we contacted the client with the details of our findings. We let them know that we have high-quality cheap prepainted galvanized iron - both PPGI steel coil and PPGI roofing sheets, which would be best for their construction needs.
• Once our client was happy with what they would be receiving, we sent them a quotation for the PPGI and continued to complete the order process, providing
• As a result, we were able to fulfill the order within a tight timeframe of just 2 weeks, while also managing to achieve unparalleled ROI and  20 percent of cost savings for the client!

Prepainted Galvanized Iron - PPGI Bulk Order For Shipment

Unsure of What Steel Product to Use For Building?

Finding the right steel products for building first requires an understanding of the project, the desired lifespan and also your ideal aesthetics. Planning your personal/commercial construction projects can be stressful, especially when time, cost and sustainability are important factors. At Camasteel, we have a wealth of knowledge.

Camasteel Can Consult Your Construction Projects!

We offer a bespoke service and commit to finding the best deals for our clients every time! If you are looking to import PPGI from a Chinese manufacturer, another alternative, such as Steel Coil and Sheet products, or other kinds of steel for your company, then Camasteel can help you out! The process is very simple, all you need to do is:

1. Send us your requirements/specifications
2. Include the quantity
3. Include a preferred port of destination
4. That’s it, your work is done - leave rest to us!

And if you aren’t sure where to start at all? Contact us and we can help you every step of the way, including your first one!

What does the Philippines Import from China?

The Philippines imports goods which aid their three main industries, such as electrical equipment, plastics, machinery etc. According to the United Nations COMTRADE database, Philippines Imports from China were approximately USD $28.21 Billion  in 2021 alone.

Importing Steel From China

Iron and steel and articles of iron and steel are the Philippines’ fourth and fifth largest imports from china. This includes:

• long steel products
• Flat products (including PPGI)
• wire rods

Why Import PPGI and Other Steel Products From China?

It is best to import steel from China because of availability, cost and quality.

Quality PPGI Steel

The Filipino government has taken extra measures to ensure the quality of imported steel, so opting for trusted manufacturers with a wealth of experience and knowledge is the best way to ensure you can import your steel product free from stress!

High Quality PPGI For Sale

Costs

Due to high production costs and high competition in the area, buying steel from local suppliers may prove more expensive and options may be limited. Buying straight from manufacturers, like Camasteel means that costs are cut due to the reduction in the supply chain.

Availability

The production of steel in the Philippines does not meet the high demand for the usage of products such as the PPGI roofing sheet, which is the go-to material for roofing in smaller construction projects in the country.

Where to Find Quality PPGI for Sale?

Contact us at Camasteel if you too are looking for pre-painted galvanized iron, or need a reliable partner that provides its clients with affordable yet quality steel. Just fill us in with your company’s specific needs, such as PPGI for large-scale construction, and Camasteel will fulfill your request and complete the entire process for you efficiently while saving cost!

If you’d like to learn more about the production process of coated steel coil manufacturing then watch our youtube video below. Find out how to prep rusted galvanized metal for painting, what is used to coat galvanized iron and more!

What is a Grinding Rod?

Grinding rods are a type of grinding media, made of steel, that has gone through specific degrees of heat treatments to enhance the wear and impact resistance of the material. Grinding rods are usually used in rod mills. However, there are other types of grinding media, which include Cast Iron Grinding Balls and Forged Steel Grinding Balls. These different grinding media are differentiated in terms of shape and usage.

Quality grinding rods for bulk purchase

What are Grinding Rods used for?

Grinding rods are widely used in rod mills. They are essential steel products used for :

• Grinding materials for glass
• Processing of extracted minerals
• Grinding coke and friable non-minerals
• Grinding gravel to produce sand
• Grinding ores such as iron, copper and gold in the mining industry.

Quality forged steel grinding rod

What are Grinding Rods made of?

Steel grinding rods are manufactured from a specific steel which has the characteristic of breaking up without twisting when wear occurs. This property is essential in maintaining full grinding capacity and avoiding the difficulty of taking out wire-like, worn rods that usually twist and bend into a mass of intertwined wires, if breaking does not occur.

What are the Qualities of a Good Grinding Rod?

Good quality grinding rods have the following properties;

• Quality grinding rods have wear resistance effects up to 150% stronger, when compared on rolled steel bars.
• Grinding rods have high durability and strength.
• They do not crack or wear out easily.
• Grinding rods have high resistance to bending and breakage.

What is Rod Mill for Grinding?

Rod mills use long rods for grinding media. These rods are used in grinding ore by tumbling  within the mill. The act of grinding is by line contact with the rods extending the length of the mill. The spinning and tumbling of the rods in roughly parallel alignment results in the selective grinding of coarse materials and the reduction of slime production.

Wet Rod Mill for Grinding Raw Materials

What are the differences between Rod Mill and Ball Mill?

The differences between ball mill and rod mill can be analyzed in terms of performance, grinding medium and application. However, ball mill and rod mill are also quite similar in appearance, as both grinding tools have cylindrical structures.

Differences in performance

Based on performance, rod mills can be divided into three types; center and side discharge rod mill, end and side discharge rod mill, and shaft neck overflow discharge rod mill. These types of rod mills are differentiated by the part through which the rod mills are fed, as their names imply. However, ball mills are divided into two types, in accordance to their discharging ways, these types are the overflow discharge ball mills and the grate discharge ball mills.

Difference in grinding medium

Ball mills are made of materials such as high manganese steel, low carbon alloy and high carbon and high manganese alloy, giving the device its high toughness and manufacturability qualities. However, rod mills are made up of rods from high carbon steel and 42 Cr Mo steel. This rod, used as a grinding medium ,is usually 50 to 100 mm in diameter.

Difference in application

Basically, rod mill is used for coarse grinding, while ball mill is used for fine grinding. Ball mill is used in grinding metal ore and non-metal ore and also applicable in industries such as cement, construction, glass and ceramics, and chemical fertilizer industries. However, rod mill can be applied as a fine crushing equipment when crushing soft ores.

Ball Mill for Dry Grinding

Where to buy Grinding Rods?

You may be able to find grinding rods in small quantities in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of grinding rod, it is preferable to import directly from the manufacturers. This guarantees the issuing of certifications and cost savings, making it better than purchasing grinding rods in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

At Camasteel, we have quality grinding rods for your bulk purchase. If you require bulk quantities of this product, you can purchase it on our website.

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PPGI uses in the Construction Industry

PPGI is used in construction for manufacturing roofing sheets, roofing tiles, walls, doors and windows, partitions, panels, louvers, slotted angles and valley gutters. The most common application of Pre-painted Galvanized Iron (PPGI) is the construction industry. This could be largely attributed to the durability, corrosion resistance, adverse weather resistance and attractive color characteristics of the color-coated steel.

• PPGI Sheets for Roofing

The use of PPGI as roofing sheets for construction is the biggest application of the color coated steel. PPGI sheets are characterized by a high durability level as well as corrosion, weather and UV rays’ resistance, making it the first choice of builders for roofing.

PPGI color-coated roofing sheets

• PPGI for Windows

PPGI is widely used for window frames, in building construction projects, due to its color variety, dust and termite proof qualities, as well as being corrosion resistant.

Corrosion resistant PPGI steel window frames

PPGI uses in the Household 

PPGI is used in manufacturing a variety of household appliances, such as freezers and refrigerators, air conditioners, microwave ovens, washing machines and solar heaters. The strength and formability of PPGI steel, as well as its corrosion and rust resistance properties, makes it one of the most sought-after materials for the manufacturing of household appliances.

Also color coated PPGI has a firm layer of adhesion, which enables colors to retain vibrance for a long time.

• PPGI for Solar Heaters

PPGI coils are commonly used for solar water heaters due to its ability to convert solar energy quicker and heat faster, thereby ensuring better efficiency of the solar device.

PPGI coil used for solar heater

• PPGI for Refrigerator

PPGI steel is widely used for manufacturing refrigerating systems due to the high level of strength the metal possesses, as well as the processing, decoration, corrosion resistance, easy-to-clean, and weather resistance properties of PPGI.

PPGI coil for household appliances

PPGI uses in Agriculture

PPGI is used in the agriculture industry for the construction and manufacturing of chicken coops, stables, haylofts, barns, greenhouses, to mention but a few. Again, the durability, noise and heat insulation characteristics, reduced installation cost, and aesthetic value, makes PPGI a desirable material for a wide range of agricultural facility build-ups and equipment.

• PPGI for Greenhouses

PPGI pipes are sought after for constructing greenhouses, because of the outer and inner surfaces laminated with polyester color paint, which has a good appearance. Like Galvanized Iron, PPGI pipes have zinc coatings that make them corrosion resistant. 

Application of PPGI pipes for greenhouse construction

PPGI uses in Transportation

PPGI is used for  manufacturing car doors, beams, instrument dials, wiper blades, trunk lids, oil filters and oil sumps. PPGI is useful in the manufacturing of components for different forms of transportation, such as cars and trains. It is used most commonly as a base coat for body panels , as well as in making other components of vehicles, as earlier mentioned.

In the transportation industry, PPGI is also applicable in the construction of the body of caravans and recreational vehicles. The ability to incorporate color designs into the pre-painted material, makes PPGI desirable by most designers of these means of transportation. PPGI provides high quality steel for production of vehicle parts, with cost-effectiveness achieved in tandem.

Where to buy PPGI?

You may be able to find PPGI products in small quantities in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of PPGI, it is preferable to import directly from the manufacturers. This guarantees the issuing of certifications and cost savings, making it better than purchasing steel in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

At Camasteel, we have PPGI sheets and coils for your bulk purchase. If you require bulk quantities of this steel, you can purchase PPGI on our website camasteel.com.