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What is Pre-painted Galvanized Iron and How to Use It?

What is Galvanized Iron?

Galvanised Iron (GI) is a metal alloy; either steel or iron, that has a layer of protective zinc coating applied to the surface to prevent rust. Prized for its protective steel properties in its zinc coated form, GI makes the perfect finished steel product for the industrial and construction industry. The most commonly used processing method, which we use here at Camasteel, is through hot-dip galvanizing.

Pre-painted galvanized iron (PPGI) is another form of GI, formed in a similar process. The process is extended where it refers to factory pre-painted alternative to the zinc coated steel. The hot dip metallic coating process, where the iron is submerged in molten zinc is typically used to coat steel sheet and coil which may all be factory pre-painted like PPGI.

Learn more about PPGI by watching our youtube video below:

• What is Prepainted Galvanized Iron (PPGI)?
• What is Galvanized Iron (GI)?
• How to purchase PPGI in bulk
• How is PPGI made?
• What is PPGI used for?

What is Galvanized Iron (GI) and Pre-Painted Galvanized Iron (PPGI)?

PPGI (pre-painted galvanized iron)

PPGI is color coated GI steel, sold in coils or sheet forms, including profile sheets and plain sheets. It is one of many steel products offered here at Camasteel. This pre-painted steel has characteristics of high durability, and resistance against adverse weather and UV rays from sunlight. PPGI is also light weight, with usage cutting across various industries, such as transportation, advertising and construction.

Pre painted galvanised iron (PPGI) coil manufacturer from coated steel coil manufacturers. PPGI coil for construction.

What Is a PPGI Coil?

PPGI coil is a rolled-up form of the color steel sheets. Besides, it is a great investment project, because it can be further processed for different uses. Prepainted galvanized steel coil often weighs from 3 to 5 tons. Although, at Camasteel weight is customisable according to your needs.

What Is a PPGI Sheet?

A PPGI sheet is the sheet form of the pre-painted steel coil. It is a derivative product of color galvanized coils after shearing, profiling, etc. It is a kind of semi-finished or finished product, which can be for suppliers or end-user direct use. We can find PPGI plain sheets and profile sheets, both of which allow for customisation of the length, width, designs, etc.

What Are Different Uses of a PPGI Steel coil?

There are many different forms of a PPGI steel coil, such as galvanized pipes, steel wires, car parts and frames. Due to the diverse options, GI color coated sheets is utilized in many commercial and industrial instances:

1. Building

PPGI can be used in buildings, and have varied applications; the exceptional strength and dimensional accuracy of Pre-painted  Galvanized Iron coils optimizes the finished product result for, ceiling accessories, lighting, interior cladding and much more:

• Fences
• Ceilings
• Wall cladding
• Doors
• Decorative panels
• Pet enclosures
• Bus stops

 

2. Transport

PPGI can be used for both internal and exterior parts for automobiles and more. As a highly valued Chinese steel manufacturer, with a wealth of connections to steel suppliers who operate globally, we can benefit from the durability and corrosion resistance of PPGI, which maximizes ROI for transport.

• Trains and other vehicles
• Containers
• Shells

 

3. Home Appliances

PPGI can be utilized to manufacture home appliances, such as the side door plate of freezers and refrigerators, DVD player set shells, LED TV’s air conditioners, microwave ovens and washing machines. Their durability means the steel products being sold offer increased value to the end user!

4. Solar Energy

PPGI can be used in the solar energy industry, typically, to manufacture storage tanks of solar water heaters, alowith with related parts. Technological advancements led to the development of self-cleaning PPGI steel products featuring increased hydrophilic properties and anti-contamination abilities.

Camasteel applies the properties to our PPGI products to ensure contaminants such as dust can be washed away by rain when connecting with the surface of these products.

5. Furniture

PPGI can be used to build furniture, this is because it has high-quality three-dimensional designs, is cost effective, high precision steel designs, nano-environmental technology, and more.

It is particularly attractive for being a steel alternative to replicate wooden and marble designs effectively! Pre-painted Galvanized Iron is also very effective as a thermal insulation wallboard and can particularly maximize interior design efforts! Other uses of PPGI (prepainted galvanized steel coil) for the furniture industry are:

• Wardrobes
• Lockers
• Tables
• Bookshelves
• Beds
• Cabinet side panels

 

6. Electrical Cabinets

PPGI can be used to build electrical cabinets, which in turn are used to store and preserve electrical or electronic equipment.

What is PPGI Material?

The material structure of the pre-painted galvanized steel coil is composed of galvanized sheets as a metal base, with zinc coating serving as a layer. The overall thickness of Camasteel PPGI is 0.12mm to 2.0mm:

1. The Base Metal

The base metal in PPGI is usually cold-rolled steel, Camasteel uses a hot-rolled technique which gives the galvanized iron its strength and durability.

2. Coating

A hot dip metallic coating process is applied to coat the steel sheet and coil. In this hot dip galvanizing method, the base metal is submerged into molten zinc to add the protective coating.

3. Pretreatment

Chemical pretreatment, otherwise known as chemical conversion treatment is where       the chromate coating is added for extra protection.

4. Primer & Top Paint

In prepainted galvanized iron, the product is painted before the hot dip metallic coating process.

5. Protective Layer Thickness

Whilst the back paint thickness is roughly 5-20μm, the top paint thickness is 10-25μm. This helps to ensure the longevity of the product's beauty and use.

What Paint Is Used on Galvanized Iron?

The paint coating material used on galvanized iron is polyester (PE) and the color of the back paint is white gray. The color can be customized according to our Camasteel color chart, directly adapted from the RAL color deck. Camasteel also offers customisations here; special patterns can be made, e.g. wood grain, camouflage, brick. Check out RALs color chart - tap the image to see the full range of RAL colours! At Camasteel we can personalise your PPGI to these colours and much more:

RAL Color Coating options for PPGI and other Steel Products

How To Choose a Pre-painted Galvanized Steel Coil?

Choosing the correct pre-painted steel coil can be achieved by first assessing your natural environment, along with use environments, and structural characteristics of the building to match the appropriate steel grade are among the most important things to consider when choosing an appropriate pre-painted steel coil to match with the required specifications.

How to measure the performance of the Color Coated Steel coil?

This is determined by properties of the chosen material (yield strength, elongation and malleability), performance of metallic coating, considering the metallic coating type, girth, and adherence, and coating performance; coating species, color, sheen, endurance, workability, etc.

Environmental considerations for Color-coated steel sheets

The main consideration for the selection of color-coated steel sheets is geographical due to weather implications and how corrosive the environment may be.

Due to the beauty and durability being a key selling point for the use of PPGI on civil buildings, it is imperative that the coating resists discoloration and pulverization.

How to calculate PPGI Sheet Price?

To understand the pricing of PPGI, you must first understand the characteristics and what to look for. The specifications of the prepainted galvanized iron will be an indicator of the price.

The thinner the base steel thickness, the higher the price of the ppgi steel coil, because the processing cost becomes higher. As a wholesaler, we will offer discounts for bulk-buy orders, book a call to hear our latest offer and promotions!

How to calculate the weight of a PPGI sheet?

You can calculate the weight of your PPGI sheet steel, with just four pieces of data:

• Length
• Width
• Thickness
• Density

Length (m) * width (m) * thickness (mm) * density = (kg/pcs)is the ultimate formula for accurate measurement!

To ease the process, we have listed the densities of metals commonly bought in coil and sheet form:

Material	Density (g/cm³)
Steels	7.85
Stainless steel	7.9
Aluminum	2.7
Iron	7.87
Zinc-titanium	7.2
Copper	8.93

Density variations in painted, alloy, or coated steels are minute and can be disregarded. It is imperative that any end results arrived at via self-calculation or utilizing steel calculator tools online, should be considered estimations, rather than exact calculations.

How do I know the weight of my coil?

The approximate coil weight can be determined by measuring the Density (D), Thickness (T), along with the Outside (OD), and Inside Diameter (ID).

What are the Advantages of Using Pre-painted Galvanized Iron?

The first would have to be the Intact zinc coating on GI by Camasteel that prevents corrosive substances from breaching the surface of the underlying steel or iron. This longevity and resilience make PPGI the perfect building material!

What is the Difference Between PPGI and PPGL?

The differences between PPGI and PPGL can be analyzed  with regards to substrates, durability, weight, appearance, features, applications and price:

● Features

PPGI uses a galvanized steel substrate as base metal. These galvanized sheets have a layer of zinc coating. However, PPGL uses galvalume cold-rolled steel sheets as a substrate. Galvalume sheets for PPGL are coated in 55% aluminum, 43.3% zinc, and 1.6% silicon.

PPGL sheets have a higher resistance against PPGI sheets, due to the dense layer of aluminum, which prevents the base metal from eroding.

● Appearance

The surface of a PPGL sheet is smoother than PPGI sheets. This is because aluminum is more adhesive than zinc.

● Durability

PPGL is 3x more durable than PPGI; AI-ZN coating in PPGL is more resistant to corrosion, in comparison to the ZN-rich in PPGI.

● Weight

Due to the lesser weight of aluminum when compared to Zinc, PPGLs AI-ZN coating is lighter than PPGIs zinc coating. Although, AI-ZN coating can occupy 3% more space than the GI sheet, even with the same weight.

● Applications

PPGI and PPGL can be used for industrial and commercial purposes, including; automobiles, wall paneling, roofing etc. However PPGL is more suitable for adverse outdoor environments, due to its high corrosion resistant features.

● Price

PPGI sheets are 3%-11% lower in cost than PPGL sheets, due to varied, but minute reasons of process and material variance, durability and feature differences.

Which Color-Coated Profile Sheet is Better, PPGI or PPGL?

PPGI steel coil proves more aesthetically pleasing due to the color and smooth appearance. It is light in weight, making it cheaper and easier to transport, especially in bulk! PPGL on the other hand is more expensive but the product lasts longer.

PPGL can also withstand up to 315 ℃ temperatures, due to the higher density aluminum coating. Book a quick consultation/take a look at our pricing breakdown page to see how we can customize the selection and distribution process for you!

Conclusion

PPGI is a well-rounded and multifunctional steel product. Ultimately design life and environment, along with the specifications should help you make your final choice.

We also offer a consultancy service for those who need extra information and assistance when buying from us. Email us to speak with one of our specialists as soon as today!

All in all, there are many uses for pre-painted galvanized iron and there are many intricacies involved in its procurement. Consultancy from an efficient PPGI manufacturer like Camasteel can help to minimize confusion in your buying journey. Don’t forget to leave any further questions in the comments below.

What is Forged Steel Grinding Ball?

Forged Steel Grinding Balls are a ball milling product with multiple industrial uses. It is a type of grinding media. Other types of grinding media are Cast Iron Grinding Balls and Steel Grinding Rod and they differ from each other in terms of shape and applications. Steel grinding rods are used in rod mills whereas forged steel and cast-iron grinding balls are used in ball mills.

Forged steel grinding ball is often used in mining and cement industries.

What is Forged Steel Grinding Ball Used for?

Forged Steel Grinding Ball is a very useful steel product. Manufacturers use Forged Steel Grinding Balls worldwide in the processes of ball grinding. The most popular uses of this product are:

• 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 pulverised 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.

What is the typical Forged Steel Grinding Ball Strength?

Forged steel grinding balls have quite good qualities and strengths. Following are some of them:

• 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.

How do you Manufacture Forged Steel Grinding Ball?

In factories, Forged Steel Grinding Balls are made by hot rolling, forging, and stamping. These balls are then hardened by micro alloying steel and heat treatment. 

Which Countries Manufacture Forged Steel Grinding Ball in Bulk?

The main producers of Forged Steel Grinding Balls are:

• China
• India
• South Africa
• Japan
• United States

Consumption of Forged Steel Grinding Balls has increased dramatically across the world, especially in developing countries.

How do you Transport Forged Steel Grinding Ball?

Forged Steel Grinding Balls are typically exported by sea. A thorough checking process occurs before the steel is ready for export. In this process, a few things must be reviewed during packing and labelling. This may include quantity testing, quality testing, and weight etc. 

Forged steel grinding balls are shipped in:

• bags of 2000kg.
• Steel drums

Where to Buy Forged Steel Grinding Balls?

You may be able to find Forged Steel Grinding Balls in small quantities in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of Forged Steel Grinding Balls, it is preferable to import directly from the manufacturers. They can issue certifications and provide cost savings which is better than buying the steel in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

If you require bulk quantities of this steel, you can buy Forged Steel Grinding Ball on our website. Here at Camasteel we have Forged Steel Grinding Balls for sale. We export worldwide, so you can contact us for a FREE quotation today via email [email protected] or send a message on WhatsApp for a fast response +86-131-2037-9271.

What are Common Wire Nails?

Common wire nails are construction steel products with multiple uses. Also, these type of steel nails are known as steel common nails ,construction nails or framing nails. These nails have diamond shaped points, flat heads and straight shanks. Common nails are the most popular among the steel nails. Common wire nails are often used in construction and general rough framing.

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What are Common Wire Nails Used for?

Common wire nails are used by manufacturers worldwide as  wood joiner, however, the most common use of this product is  in building structures (joining wooden boards) , and also in the construction industry. More uses and features of  common nails are:

• Construction nails are stiff and strong and can be used for medium and heavy projects.
• Framing nails have smooth shanks for easy operation.
• Steel common nails are resistant to bending and have strong holding power.

 

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What are the benefits of Common Wire Nails?

Common wire nails have multiple benefits which include:

• Common wire nails are stronger than box nails since they have greater diameter.
• They are made of non-toxic material.
• They are quite affordable.
• This type of nail has quite a long lifespan.

 

Common Wire Nails for Construction

How do you manufacture Common Wire Nails?

In factories, Common wire nails  are made by putting a thick, continuous steel wire into a machine and then the wire is grasped by two dies and is slashed to the desired length. Thereafter, the head of the common nail is formed by letting enough metal protrude from one end of the dies and is then compressed to a flat head by a blow from a mechanized hammer. While the other end of the steel wire is shaped into a point. Afterwards, the steel common nail is released from the machine.

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Which Countries Manufacture Common Wire Nails in Bulk?

The top countries with steel nail manufacturers, producing in bulk, for export, are;

• China
• Japan
• India
• United States

 

The use of Common wire nails has increased dramatically across the world, especially in developing countries.

How do you transport Steel Common Nails?

Common wire nails are typically exported by sea but can also be transported in bundles by truck to job sites. A thorough checking process occurs before the steel is ready for export. In this process, a few things must be reviewed during packing and labelling. This may include quantity testing, quality testing.

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Where to Buy Common Wire Nails?

You may be able to find common wire nails in small quantities in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of common wire nails, it is preferable to import directly from the manufacturers. They can issue certifications and provide cost savings which is better than buying the steel in small quantities locally or from a distributor. We help companies import from China and are ready to work with you.

If you require bulk quantities of this steel, you can buy common wire nails on our website.

Here at Camasteel we have common wire nails for sale. We export worldwide, so you can contact us for a FREE quotation today via email [email protected] or send a message on WhatsApp for a fast response +86-131-2037-9271.

What is I-Beam?

I-beam is a structural steel construction industry product with multiple uses. I-beam is also known as a universal beam (UB). It is a type of steel beam. Other types of steel beams are U-beam and H-beam and they differ from each other in terms of shape. I-beam has the shape of the letter I, U-beam has the shape of the letter U, and H-beam has the shape of the letter H.

I-beam is made of structural steel and is often used in construction and civil engineering.

What is I-Beam Used for?

I-beam is a very useful steel product. Manufacturers use I-Beam worldwide as a unidirectional load bearer. The most popular uses of this product are in building structures and they are often used in structural steel construction industries. More uses are:

• I-Beams play a key role as support members in structures.
• They have to ability to withstand various kinds of loads.
• They are most frequently used to form beams and columns in a number of dimensions.
• They are used in the frames of buildings because they ensure a strong and supportive structure.
• It is used in custom welding processes and metal fabrication.
• Using I-beams saves time and money because their strength reduces the need of a large number of support structures.
• I-beams are most efficient for unidirectional bending parallel to the web.
• They can withstand different types of load and stresses without buckling.

What is the typical I-Beam Strength?

I-beam is able to support much weight because:

• I-beam is a more efficient cross-section for a beam.
• It is more stiff.
• It is the only most efficient beam in unidirectional bending: up and down looking at the profile of the letter I.
• I-beam bears the load of weight put on its flange because of its shape.
• It bends under high stress instead of buckling. This structural quality makes it stronger than the others.

Proper care and installation of I-beam needs to be taken into consideration in order to avoid any unwanted effects.

How do you Manufacture I-Beam?

In factories, I-beam is made by a hot-rolled molding method. In this method, pliable metal is forced through large rollers to flatten and mold it into the I shape. Hot rolled I-beams are made from metal that has been heated over 1000 degrees, to make it more malleable, and then rolled. Steel beam coping machines are used to make I-beams.

Which Countries Manufacture I-Beam in Bulk?

The main producers of I-beam are:

• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• United States

Consumption of I-beam has increased dramatically across the world, especially in developing countries.

How do you Transport I-Beam?

I-beams are typically exported by sea but can be transported in bundles by truck to job sites. A thorough checking process occurs before the steel is ready for export. In this process, a few things must be reviewed during packing and labelling. This may include quantity testing, quality testing, and weight etc.

I-beam is shipped in bundles of 1 ton.

Where to Buy I-Beam?

You may be able to find I-beam in small quantities in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of I-beam, it is preferable to import directly from the manufacturers. They can issue certifications and provide cost savings which is better than buying the steel in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

If you require bulk quantities of this steel, you can buy I-beam on our website.

Here at Camasteel we have I-beam for sale. We export worldwide, so you can contact us for a FREE quotation today via email [email protected] or send a message on WhatsApp for a fast response +86-131-2037-9271.

China has become the largest steel and iron producers in the world. They have created more capacity in order to keep up with the rising demand for steel. Steel has become very popular and essential in many industries today. China not only produces steel for their country use, but is the largest exporter of steel to many other countries around the world. China’s share in steel production continues to rise each year, as well.

Table of Contents

A Definitive Buying Steel Guide: An Overview of the Global Steel Industry & How to Buy Steel

What is Steel?

Typical steel specifications

Advantages of Steel

Steel Industry

Countries that Have Steel

How important is the steel industry?

What is steel used for?

What industries use the most steel?

Which are the largest steel companies?

How is Steel Made

Steel mill

Is Steel Environmentally friendly?

Overview of Steel Products

Raw steel vs finished products of steel

Popular steel products

Steel Prices

Price of steel

Global Steel Market

Trading of Steel

Steel regulation

Regulations on buying steel

Safety regulations in the steel industry

China Steel Industry

How much steel is imported from China?

What factors caused China to expand the industrial production of iron and steel?

Quality of Chinese steel

How to Buy Steel from China

China steel production

Buy in bulk from China

Steel Transport: Importing from China

Top importers

The main exporters of steel are

Conclusion

What is Steel?

Steel is made from iron ore. Iron ores are rock and minerals from which metallic iron can be extracted. Steel was first discovered and produced in India by using a method that bonds the right amount of carbon and iron.

Typical steel specifications

Specifications include steel properties such as hardness, toughness, tensile strength, yield strength, corrosion, and more.

1. Specific heat of steel – the specific heat capacity of steel is 420 J/(kg C). This can be important in the production of steel.
2. Specific weight of steel – the specific weight of steel is about 7.8 – 7.9 kg/dm3. It is important to know the weight of the steel product being purchased. This can ensure safety and support of the steel product in its structure.
3. Specific gravity of steel – Steel has a specific gravity of 7850 kg/dm3.
4. Strength of steel – Tensile strength refers to measurement of force required to break the material. Yield strength refers to the measurement of force required to start bending or deforming the material.

 

Advantages of Steel

• Speed of Construction
• Cost Savings
• Attractive Design
• High Strength and Durability
• Sustainable
• Effective and Reliable
• Modifiable

 

Steel Industry

The steel industry is continuously growing worldwide. Steel has become a staple for many projects in almost every country.

Countries that Have Steel

Steel is used often for various reasons in different industries, therefore there are many countries around the world who produce steel. There are still countries, though, that may not have the capacity or a large enough capacity to produce their own steel or produce enough. Therefore, importing large quantities of steel is done frequently among those countries.

How important is the steel industry?

Steel production is becoming more important as more industries are using steel in various projects because of the benefits.

 

What is steel used for?

Since there are many advantages to using steel, it is a popular material to use for

• Buildings
• Houses
• Tools
• Automobiles
• Trains
• Ships
• Machines
• Appliances
• Weapons

 

What industries use the most steel?

Steel used worldwide is distributed to different sectors:

Sector	% of steel used worldwide
Building and Infrastructure	52%
Mechanical equipment	16%
Automotive	12%
Metal products	10%
Other transport	5%
Electrical equipment	3%
Domestic appliances	2%

Which are the largest steel companies?

Top 10 largest global steel companies are:

• ArcelorMittal (Luxembourg) – produced 96.5 million tons of steel produced in 2020. They are the leading company in steel and mining.

 

• China Baowu Group (China) -produced 67.5 million tons in 2020. This company is the second largest and focuses efforts on environmentally friendly production.

 

• Nippon Steel Corporation (Japan) - produced 49.3 million tons. This company is headed in Japan, but has company bases around the world, providing steel for both large and small projects.

 

• HBIS Group (China) – produced 46.9 million tons. This group has become China’s largest steel supplier for home appliances, and bridges and construction. In addition, they are China’s second largest supplier for automotive.

 

• Posco (South Korea) - produced 42.9 million tons. This is the first integrated steel mill in Korea.

 

• Shagang Group (China) – produced 40.7 million tons. They make sure they are using advanced technologies and equipment to be most efficient.

 

• Ansteel Group (China) – produced 37.4 million tons. They focus on adjustment, reform, innovation, and strength of their steel. They strive for using the best materials and “creating better life”.

 

• JFE Steel Corporation (Japan) – produced 29.2 million tons. Their vision is to “[contribute] to society with the world’s most innovative technology”. They also value creating relationships with their clients.

 

• Jianlong Group (China) – produced 27.9 million tons. This company is a privately owned steel manufacturing company.

 

• Shougang Group (China) – produced 27.4 million tons. This is a Chinese state-owned steel company. It is one of the oldest steel manufacturing companies in China. They do more than work with steel, such as city infrastructure, conduct minerals, real estate, and finance.

 

 

How is Steel Made

Steel is typically made by either using a blast furnace or an electric arc furnace. The blast furnace uses coal, ground up into a powder. The coal is cooked and turned into “coke”. The coke is then used to melt the iron ore. The electric arc furnace is a newer process. This way uses an electrical current to melt scrap steel and produce molten steel.

Steel mill

Steel mills are an industrial plant for the purpose of manufacturing steel. There are various types of steel mills such as

• Integrated steel mill
• Specialty steel mill
• Iron ore steel mill
• Iron and steel scrap
• Coke

 

Is Steel Environmentally friendly?

It is important to make sure that the environment is not negatively affected by production. At Camasteel, we strive to ensure that production follows all regulations for environmental safety. We strongly promote environmentally friendly steel production.

Steel is a recyclable product and there has been confirmation of waste reduction in steel construction. This is mainly because steel products are tailored to the fit of a specific structure during a job. Therefore, there will be little waste of steel products if done correctly.

However, having eco-friendly production also depends on the technology. Blast furnace can be very polluting by dissolving carbon into iron or steel. Some modern technology, though, such as Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) have reduced polluting. Using EAF reduces carbon foot printing and is becoming more and more popular in the production of steel. Many companies are seeking a “go green” route with all of their systems.

 

Overview of Steel Products

Raw steel vs finished products of steel

Raw steel is a product that is un-coated. This is more likely to rust. Finished products have coating on them for more protection and a cleaner look. Clear coat is a finish that still has the industrial look, but is protected by the coat that will last a very long time. Lastly, there is a zinc coat. This gives the steel a brighter and cleaner silver finish. This coating is sustainable for outdoor use.

Popular steel products

The most popular steel products being sold include

• Structural Beams and Bars

 

• I-Beams and U-Beams
• Angles
• Zees and Tees
• Round bars, Square bars, Rectangular bars

• Piping and Tubing

 

• Square pipe, Rectangular pipe, Round pipe
• Seamless pipe
• Square Tube, Rectangular tube
• Steel Plates

 

• Checkered plates
• Steel plates
• Sheet steel
• Wire Rod

 

Here at Camasteel, we are committed to helping our clients worldwide buy steel and hence are constantly updating relevant informative posts such as:

• How to Buy Seamless Steel Pipe
• How to Buy Grinding Media
• How to Buy Pre-Painted Galvanized Iron (PPGI)
• How to Buy U Beams
• How to Buy Steel Wire Rod

 

Steel Prices

Price of steel

Steel prices have fluctuated over the years, but because of inflation have ultimately been increasing. The price of steel can change day by day and more drastic changes can occur in this market if there are natural disasters or demand changes.

Global Steel Market

Pricing of scrap steel have fluctuated. In early 2021 prices were around:

• Copper wire = $2.66/lb

• #1 Copper tubing = $2.50/lb
• #2 Copper tubing = $2.35/lb
• Insulated copper wire = $0.70/lb
• Steel BX = $0.21/lb
• Brass = $1.41/lb
• Brass shells = $1.24/lb
• Stainless steel = $0.32/lb
• Light iron = $110/ton
• #1 Steel = $177/ton
• Cast iron = $183/ton
• Shreddable steel = $166/ton

 

Trading of Steel

Primary Financial Instruments for Trading Steel:

1. Over the counter (OTC) – this involves a private contract between the trader and the client, but not in the same format of a standard contract. This offers traders an opportunity to use options and swap products in their trading. Since this is a private contract, it involves more risk than other contract options. An OTC can be made for an agreed upon grade or quantity of steel, but some other specifications may require a futures contract.
2. Futures Contracts – steel can be traded on the Exchange. There is a contract that is a cash-settled contract. Each contract can account for a certain amount of steel in metric tons. The price of the contract is settled between the two parties based on the difference between the purchase price and the sales price.
3. Steel ETFs – similar to the stock market, shares can be traded on exchanged for companies that produce steel.
4. Contract for difference (CFD) – this allows speculation on prices of shares from steel producing companies. The value of a CFD is the difference between the price of the shares when purchased and current price. CFDs are also very risky.

 

Steel regulation

Regulations on buying steel

Most regulations are put in place when companies are importing their steel. Typically, an import license is required to import steel and an export license is required when exporting steel. The specifics may differ for each country.

Safety regulations in the steel industry

Before transporting the product, it is important that the steel is inspected and tested for quality assurance. There are different types of tests depending on the product. Products may be tested for

• Hardness
• Tension
• Impact
• Corrosion and wear resistance
• Strength

 

China Steel Industry

China’s steel industry is growing more rapidly than most other countries and is now the largest contributor to the production of steel in the world. In the 1900s, the Chinese steel industry was very small. After the wars, China was behind compared to other countries productions. It wasn’t until the late 1900s that they had a rapid growth in their economy and their steel industry increased its output. It has continued to grow since.

How much steel is imported from China?

China is the world’s largest steel exporter. They export to over 200 countries/territories. In the last year, China has exported over 62 million metric tons of steel products.

What factors caused China to expand the industrial production of iron and steel?

This industry first expanded because of the demand in agriculture for the use of tools, in addition to the demand for weapons, buildings, and bridges. As time passed, the demand for iron and steel grew and China created the capacity for more steel production.

Quality of Chinese steel

China is currently working hard to make sure all of the steel they produced is of high quality. It is important for these Chinese companies to focus both on quality and quantity, not just quantity and price competition. This may result in capacity limits for steel producing companies.

 

How to Buy Steel from China

China steel production

China’s annual steel production trend for 2020:

Buy in bulk from China

At Camasteel, we offer many steel products that can come in different shapes and sizes to fit the needs of the client project. We supply products that can be applied to many industries for different uses.

 

Steel Transport: Importing from China

Steel is typically transported by loading a truck using equipment that is safe for carrying heavy bundles of steel. It is secured properly before being shipped to its destination or a port to be shipped overseas for export.

The most common ways to ship steel are:

• Rail
• Truck
• Ship

 

In different size bundles/containers such as:

Type	For what product?
20 ft containers	Most steel products, in bundles, can be shipped in this container
40 ft containers	Larger quantity of most bundles of steel
Large polypropylene bags	Grinding media steel balls or other small steel products
200-liter drum barrels	Grinding media steel balls or other small steel products
Strapped bundles	Wire coils need strapped so it doesn’t come apart during transport
Bulk Shipping	All products sold at Camasteel can be shipped in bulk overseas

There are restrictions on specific steel products that can be imported and exported depending on the country regulations. There also typically needs to be a certificate approval of imports and exports for companies. Lots of countries protect their country’s steel producers and so import restrictions tend to be strict.

Top importers

The main importers of steel are

1. United States
2. European Union
3. Germany
4. Italy
5. Vietnam
6. Thailand
7. Indonesia

 

The main exporters of steel are

1. China
2. Japan
3. Russia
4. South Korea
5. Germany
6. Turkey
7. Italy

 

Conclusion

There is no one size fits all on how to buy steel; it depends on the needs of the client and project at hand. Are you looking for steel and would like to buy from China?

Contact us today!

What is Corrugated Roofing Sheet?

Corrugated Roofing Sheet is an industrial and architectural steel product with multiple uses. This product is also known as Corrugated Galvanized Iron. These are sheets mainly used for roofing purposes. These sheets are typically light weight and high in strength. Additionally, it is easy to install. These sheets have a pattern and usually it is a wavy pattern.

What is Corrugated Roofing Sheet Used For?

Corrugated Roofing Sheets are often used in the construction industry. They can be used in both wall and roofing purposes. Some of the major places this product may be used include:

• Warehouses
• Buildings
• Factories
• Garages
• Military use
• Sheds
• Water tanks

What are the benefits of Corrugated Roofing Sheets?

There are many benefits to purchasing corrugated roofing sheets for your project, including:

Life Span

This steel can last over 100 years if taken care of properly. Additionally, it will not need much maintenance except possibly a fresh coat of paint which is not time consuming to address.

Durability

They are light weight, but very strong. The metal also has great wear resistance in different weather conditions; it can hold up very well. It will not easily rust or rot. They are also leak-proof. Proper installation of the sheets is typically at an angle and therefore should eliminate any water buildup.

Environmental

This material is recyclable and sustainable. In addition, with global warming, it is also suitable for indoor use that it will not attract heat in the summer.

Low Maintenance

Compared to traditional roofing sheets, corrugated roofing sheets do not need much attention, except for a new coat of paint every once in a while.

How to Manufacture Corrugated Roofing Sheets?

Corrugated steel sheets are manufactured through a cold-form process. In this process, metal sheets are pressed flat and then going through roll forming. The corrugation process, or roll forming, is highly productive and cost effective. Also, the sheet can be produced to a desired length to meet the client’s needs. The corrugation process helps the steel sheet to be stronger.

Camasteel sells corrugated roofing sheets in a coated coil with

• Widths ranging from 600-1250mm
• Thickness ranging from 0.12-2mm

Which Countries Manufacture Corrugated Roofing Sheet?

The main producers of corrugated roofing sheets are

• China
• United States
• Canada
• Japan
• India
• Korea
• Germany
• Italy

Consumption of steel corrugated roofing sheets has increased across the world, especially in developing countries.

How to transport Corrugated Roofing Sheets?

It is necessary that the sheets are packaged and shipped carefully. They can be transported by bundle. A few conditions that can affect the mode of transportation include

• Size of the bundle
• Weight of the bundle
• Distance traveled
• Quantity of load

Typically, they are transported by trailer or large flatbed truck to their destination or port.

Corrugated Roofing Sheets, if exported, are usually transported by sea. A checking process occurs before the good is ready for export. In this process, a few things must be reviewed during packing and labeling. This may include breakage, security, weight, correct shipment and labels, and more. Export license is also typically required.

Where to Buy Corrugated Roofing Sheet?

You may be able to find corrugated roofing sheets in small quantities in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of this product, it is preferable to import directly from the manufacturers. They can issue certifications and provide cost savings which is better than buying the steel in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

If you require bulk quantities of this steel, you can buy corrugated roofing sheet on our website.

Here at Camasteel we have corrugated roofing sheet for sale. We export worldwide, so you can contact us for a FREE quotation today via email [email protected] or send a message on WhatsApp for a fast response +86-131-2037-9271.

What is Seamless Steel Pipe?

Seamless Steel Pipe is an industrial steel product with multiple uses. Seamless steel pipe is a pipe with a circular and hollow center that has no seams around the end. It is typically available in carbon steel and stainless steel. It has great resistance to wear and corrosion, and doesn’t rust easily. Seamless steel pipes can be hot-rolled or cold-rolled. Cold-rolled can be circular or shaped pipe.

What is Seamless Steel Pipe Used For?

The industries that use seamless steel pipes most often include:

• Automotive
• Oil and gas
• Construction
• Fertilizer
• Chemical
• Environmental technologies
• Ship building
• Mechanical
• Boiler industry

They can be used in various places such as underground, in walls, labs, and many other structures. The most popular uses of this product are

• Transport fluids (water, waste, gas, etc.)
• Heat transfer
• Ship building
• Hydraulic braking systems
• Pumps
• Boiler
• Much more!

What are the benefits of Seamless Steel Pipe?

Seamless pipes can be more expensive to produce and purchase, but it is more reliable and there are many benefits including

1. They are very durable and withhold high levels of pressure, about 20% higher pressure than welded pipes. They are also very resistant to corrosion.
2. Seamless pipes harden during the manufacturing process, so they generally don’t need heat treatment.
3. A seamless pipe can be used in place of a welded pipe, but a welded pipe cannot be used in place of a seamless pipe.
4. Seamless pipes have a more solid round cross section than welded pipes.
5. It has great strength and can support large amounts of weight.

How to Manufacture Seamless Steel Pipes?

Seamless pipes can be manufactured to fit the different needs and specifications of the client. Seamless pipes are made with no weld and no seam.

The main methods for manufacturing seamless pipes include

1. Hot Rotary Piercing
2. Extrusion Process Method

Hot Rotary Piercing

This is the most common method. The manufacturer first forces the steel through a piercing mill. Then a hot, solid, round billet pushes through the center to make the pipe hollow. The machine uses a piercing plug to create the hole.

Extrusion Process

Hot billets go through extrusion dies. Then, a metal bar in the machine, known as the mandrel, forms the billets. This forms the seamless pipes.

Which Countries Manufacture Seamless Pipes in Bulk?

The main producers of seamless steel pipes are

• China
• Spain
• Italy
• United States
• India
• Japan
• Russia
• United Kingdom

Consumption of seamless steel pipes has increased dramatically across the world, especially in developing countries. These countries have been able to create the capacity and expand their productions to produce larger quantities of steel.

How to transport seamless steel pipes?

The pipes must be packaged and shipped carefully. This will prevent damage to the pipes. The pipes must also be sealed from too much moisture when packaging them in bundles, especially if they have a smaller diameter. This could cause the ends of the pipe to rust.

Seamless steel pipes are typically exported by sea but can be transported in bundles by truck to job sites. A checking process occurs before the good is ready for export. In this process, a few things must be reviewed during packing and labeling. This may include breakage, security, excess weight, and proper identification markings. Another typical requirement for exporting is an export license.

Where to Buy Seamless Steel Pipes?

You may be able to find seamless steel pipes in small quantities in your area. But if you want to buy large quantities of seamless pipes, it is preferable to import directly from the manufacturers. They can issue certifications and provide cost savings which is better than buying the steel in small quantities locally or from a distributor.

If you require bulk quantities of this steel, you can buy seamless steel pipes on our website.

Here at Camasteel we have seamless steel pipes for sale. We export worldwide, so you can contact us for a FREE quotation today via email [email protected] or send a message on WhatsApp for a fast response +86-131-2037-9271.