Metals

 Scrap : Used items or Damaged materials are known as scrap.

Metals: Mined as ore and recycled for periodic usage.

Metals are classified as Ferrous Metals and Non-Ferrous Metals.

Lets takes take Ferrous Metals as our first example.

Ferrous Metals:

They are mostly known for their overall strength and contain iron, making them use able for anything that requires strength and durability over the long run. For that reason, the architectural and construction industries rely on them frequently. This makes ferrous metals an excellent choice for many building projects, providing structural stability that can be counted on.

Ferrous metals also have a high carbon content, which can lead to rust in certain conditions. Stainless steel and wrought iron are the only ferrous metals that resist rust over long periods of time (providing the coating stays intact). Stainless steel has the ability to do so because of the chromium in it, while wrought iron has enough pure iron to fight off the rust.

Steel

Used mostly in construction and manufacturing, steel is one of the most versatile metals out there. It’s very tough and durable, especially when combined with select non-ferrous metals (known as alloys).

Carbon steel, a common alloy, is a harder metal because of higher carbon content, while steel alloy has increased strength and durability because of the added chromium, titanium, and nickel. Look for carbon steel in any type of tool. It can stay extremely sharp, and its hardness provides amazing durability. Since alloy steel is a little lighter, it’s used in applications where weight can make an impact on the final product or result. Easily the most popular steel alloy is stainless steel, which is used in a wide variety of applications like utensils, sinks, and finishes.

Iron

Cast iron and wrought iron are the two main types of iron. Cast iron is hard and brittle, with long-lasting durability. Wrought iron, which is very close to pure iron, doesn’t have the same level of hardness, but it still has plenty of uses.

Cast iron is put most commonly into use where other metals can’t endure the stress of the application. This includes components like pipes, machines, and engines which all rely heavily on the metal. As for wrought iron, it’s malleable enough to be used in fencing, nails, and chains.