Metals Learning Center - Page 5

In 2020, U.S. nuclear power plants generated 790 kilowatt hours of electricity. This figure is significant because it marks the first year nuclear power generated more electricity than coal domestically. While the United States is the world's largest producer of nuclear energy, this isn't an isola... Continue Reading

Is titanium stronger than steel? If you’re looking for a short answer, yes. Titanium has a higher strength-to-weight ratio, making it well-suited for applications that place a premium on stronger, lighter alloys — like aerospace. Keep reading for the long answer because, like most things in manuf... Continue Reading

100% recyclable and resistant to rust & corrosion, stainless steel is one of the world’s most useful alloys. It’s put to work in a diverse array of applications, including springs, automotive trim, brake components, surgical instruments, heat exchangers, household appliances, and much more. Depend... Continue Reading

Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, the global leader in precision metal products, has launched its second mobile app — a metals calculator and conversion app with essential tools for engineers, purchasers, and other manufacturing personnel. The app is called the Ulbrich Metals Calculator and... Continue Reading

Did you know that 92% of Connecticut’s exports come from advanced manufacturing? Don’t let ESPN and gold-coast capital management firms distract you; our small yet mighty state is a manufacturing powerhouse. Connecticut is the third most concentrated manufacturing area in the entire United States.... Continue Reading