Steel Tube and its Applications

                 Steel tube, a term that is often interchanged with steel pipe, has been used throughout the past thousands of years for a wide array of applications. This versatile product is one of the most often manufactured and distrusted steel products by companies in the steel industry. Steel pipe is made to be strong and durable, yet it is lightweight and customizable to different applications making it the perfect product throughout several industries. 

                 Depending on the intended purpose, Steel Tubes can be manufactured in various lengths and thicknesses. It also can be made in to different shapes other than round, which include rectangular, triangular or square. The flexibility and functionality of steel pipe can be found in several different places. One of the most common applications is using the product to transport both water and gas throughout neighborhoods, towns, and cities using an underground system. The strength of steel tubes makes it possible for it to withstand the conditions of being buried.

                 Another common application is its use in the construction industry for a number of different things. Steel tubes are used to create the foundation of buildings, balconies or staircase railings, and to protect various electrical wires. Steel tube piles are also often used during construction – a method to strengthen a foundation that is unstable or may be supporting a heavy load.Some other places steel tubes can be found are in bicycle frames, refrigeration units, all types of automobiles, furniture parts and in systems used for both heating and plumbing. It is such a popular product when it comes to the transportation of water because the product does not contaminate the water, and because of its ability to handle intense pressure. 

                 Millions of tons of steel pipe are produced each year to reach the wide demand for steel tube products. While steel tube is made through several different processes, the overall manufacturing process for each steel pipe production method include three similar steps. The raw steel, which is primarily made of iron, must first be made into a more workable form – molten steel. Then, it is poured into molds that form the pipe before it is cut to a specified length to fit customers’ need.Steel pipes also go through testing after they are created to make sure the meet the manufacturer’s standards.Other methods and measures may be implemented after to meet the client’s specified requirements.

                 Due to steel tube’s resistance to corrosive elements and its ability to withstand high heat and high pressure, it remains to be a popular choice for countless purposes and one of the highest in-demand products for companies that manufacture steel products. Its versatility extends from its common functions in the home and the transportation and construction industry, to not as known uses including earth retaining walls and bridges.  The ability to customize steel pipes and the control that it gives people using the product is a highly-appreciated and attractive feature.