What is Stainless Steel?
Stainless steel is a generic term for a family of corrosion-resistant alloy steels containing 10.5% or more chromium.
All stainless steels have high corrosion resistance. This resistance to attack is due to the naturally occurring chromium-rich oxide film formed on the surface of the steel. Although extremely thin, this invisible, inert film is tightly adherent to the metal and extremely protective in a wide range of corrosive media. The film is rapidly self-repairing in the presence of oxygen, and damage by abrasion, cutting or machining is quickly repaired.
The Benefits of Stainless Steel
Corrosion resistance
All stainless steels have high corrosion resistance. Low alloyed grades resist corrosion in atmospheric conditions; highly alloyed grades can resist corrosion in most acids, alkaline solutions, and chloride-bearing environments, even at elevated temperatures and pressures.
High and low-temperature resistance
Some grades will resist scaling and maintain high strength at very high temperatures, while others show exceptional toughness at cryogenic temperatures.
Ease of fabrication
Most stainless steels can be cut, welded, formed, machined and fabricated readily.
Strength
Many stainless steel sheets’ cold work hardening properties can be used in design to reduce material thicknesses and weight and costs. Other stainless steels may be heat treated to make very high-strength components.
Aesthetic appeal
Stainless steel is available in many surface finishes. It is quickly and simply maintained, resulting in a high-quality, pleasing appearance.
Hygienic properties
The cleanability of stainless steel makes it the first choice in hospitals, kitchens, and food and pharmaceutical processing facilities.
Life cycle characteristics
Stainless steel is a durable, low-maintenance material and is often the least expensive choice in a life cycle cost comparison.
At Yeti Civil, we only make our drains out of stainless steel rather than other, less robust materials like plastic. Contact us today to get a quote on your stainless steel drainage system.
