MST Blog Steel Vs. Galvanized Steel Strength

Steel and galvanized steel strength comes from the thickness or gauge of the steel and the amount of carbon added, not the galvanization process which is simply a coating to prevent rust. Carbon added to iron during the smelting process makes iron stronger. Depending on the amount of carbon present, steel can be of different grades serving a variety of purposes. To make galvanized steel, manufacturers add a layer of zinc and other minerals to the surface of the steel to protect it against corrosion or oxidation. The strength of steel or galvanized steel depends on what is added during the manufacturing process. The main difference between the two is that galvanized steel has a protective coating that keepsThe post Steel Vs. Galvanized Steel Strength appeared first on MST Steel Corp.