Rolled metal is a separate category of products that is made of steel with the addition of other metals to increase the strength of the base. The main feature of rolled metal is the method of its production: for this, special rolling machines are used, through which metal blanks pass.

Rolled steel metal is produced by the hot or cold method. In the first case, the heating temperature of the base must be higher than the recrystallization indicators, and in the second - vice versa. A warm method of processing the material is also carried out. Such different production methods make it possible to obtain rolled metal with various technical characteristics, appearance and areas of use.

The main types of rolled metal

Rolled steel can have a different type of surface: matte, glossy or calibrated. It is also characterized by the presence of certain metals: nickel, titanium, chromium, etc. can be added to steel. All this affects the technical characteristics of the finished product, which are presented in the following main categories:

Sheet metal rolling. It is clear from the name that this material is produced in the form of sheets of different widths and thicknesses. It can be used for sheathing the surfaces of vehicles or household appliances. Rolled sheet metal also includes corrugated flooring, which is actively used in the construction industry.

Machine tool One of the most common types, which is distinguished by its versatility. Machine-rolled metal includes fittings, grids, and frames. They are used in construction, as well as in the household sector. Such products can become the basis or blanks for equipment and structures.

Fashionable Such rolled metal has a more complex shape, for example, a corner or rail. They are most often used in the machine-building industry, as well as during construction.

Artistic. It can be of different types: black and colored. In the first case, carbon steel is used, colored parts are obtained by adding different metals to the base. Such rolled metal is used to decorate the territory and create original designer metal products.

Pipe rolling A group of products that are produced in the form of tubes with a hollow middle. Can have different types of section, diameters and thickness. They are used in the creation of water pipes, gas pipelines, etc.

What kind of rolled metal is produced?

Rolled metal is actively used in various areas of production. Today in Ukraine you can find a large number of forms that are relevant for various needs in one or another field of application. Among the most common options are:

Pipes Their cross-section can be square, rectangular or round. For the manufacture of pipes, a metal circle or sheet steel is used, which are produced by different (cold and hot) methods. They are used in the oil refining and construction industries, as well as as blanks for various parts of shipbuilding or machine building.

Armature. The basis of the armature is stainless steel, rolled metal of this type is used primarily in the construction industry to reinforce structures and buildings. It has the appearance of a rod of various diameters with a ribbed surface.

Square. It is considered one of the most common types of graded rolled steel. It is used for the production of cutting tools and parts, as well as in forging.

These are far from all types of rolled metal. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the entire range in order to buy the options you need.