The steel industry in the United Arab Emirates requests protective measures
The CEO of Emirates Steel warns that the influx of steel imports from China and Turkey into the United Arab Emirates, at prices below the market value, will have a negative impact on the volume of production. Emirates Steel from Abu Dhabi, the largest steel producer in the United Arab Emirates. Has signaled the harmful […]
Calendar of conferences in the steel industry between May and June 2015
The steel industry conferences that will take place between May and June 2015. Made in Steel 2015 Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2015 What scenario will the Italian and European manufacturing industries follow in the next 15 years? „Industry and Steel 2030”, the conference launched in June 2014, with the participation of some of the most […]
Priming of metal surfaces
Priming is the operation by which the first film of material is applied to the metal surface, which is the basis for subsequent coatings. The primer film has the role of making a good connection between the metal surface and the next film that overlaps the primer. This primer film can perform several functions: insulating […]
The European Commission supports the EU steel industry
The steel industry has long occupied a strategic place in the EU economy, stimulating innovation and employment. In order to face the crisis in steel demand after the economic crisis and to ensure a promising future for the sector, the European Commission is working to stimulate the industry. As steel is closely linked to many […]
ArcelorMittal Galati reported losses of 110 million euros
Ten years ago, the Galati plant had a turnover of over 6.3 billion. lei. The reduction in the demand for steel, the drop in the price of steel and the competition of Turkey and Ukraine have hit the business of the combine hard. The current ArcelorMittal Galati, the former Sidex steel colossus, had in the […]
The EU imposes anti-dumping duties on electrical steel imports
The European Union will impose anti-dumping duties on imports from five countries of a grade of electrical steel, according to sources familiar with the European Commission’s proposal. The commission intends to set tariffs between 21.6% for imports from Russia of electrical steel with oriented grains. Also 35.9% for imports from Japan. As a result of […]
Why are the constructions on the metal structure resistant to seismic events?
Constructions on the metal structure are much more resistant to damage caused by earthquakes. Seismic events and earthquakes damage many buildings every year. Steel has distinct properties that can negate some of the problems that cause other materials to fail. It is also affordable and usually available. Steel buildings are very resistant to seismic activity […]
Trends regarding the use of steel in the automotive industry
For a long time, steel was the material used in the automotive industry, worldwide. The use of steel has allowed car manufacturers to achieve the desired standards of strength and safety for their vehicles. All at relatively low costs compared to other materials. However, considering the increasingly strict regulations regarding carbon emissions and fuel efficiency, […]
Eurofer calls for fair competition in the steel industry globally and in the EU
„Steel must remain at the center of the EU’s competitiveness,” said Eurofer President Robrecht Himpe. On the occasion of the fifth edition of the „European Steel Day” that took place in Brussels. It is the basis for investment, economic growth and jobs. In the European production chain, which contributes 80% of EU exports. „That is […]
British unions plan to go on strike on June 22 at Tata Steel
The unions representing the workers of Tata Steel (TISC. NS) in Britain will go on strike on June 22, the GMB union said, marking the biggest industrial action in the British metals industry in three decades. Other unions involved in the action are Community, Unite and UCATT. The four unions are in dispute with the […]
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