Stainless steel - Import export

A clean stainless steel surface will generate its own passive oxide layer when exposed to oxygen. It is this oxide layer that gives stainless steels their corrosion resistant qualities, it is possible however to accelerate the formation of this layer by chemical passivation.

We hold a complete range of stainless steel handrail tube in all standard diameters. By maintaining strong relationships with our suppliers, we can source additional components or fittings upon request. These components allow for quick installation of even the most complex and attractive stainless steel railings and balustrade systems. >Material is available in both grades 304 (1.4301) and 316 (1.4401), and comes either in un-polished, satin polished or mirror polished finish.

Stainless Steel Bright Wire, Annealed Wire, Cold Heading Wire, Spring Wire, Wire for Braiding, Wire for Weaving, & Welding Wire

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The ANOPOL range of products for Cleaning, Pickling and Passivating stainless steels removes contamination, improves corrosion resistance and can produce a clean, aesthetically attractive appearance. In addition ANOPOL offers 2 types of Test Kits, one for checking the presence of free iron on a surface and the other for differentiating between grades 304 and 316.

Stainless steel derives its corrosion resistant properties from a thin oxide film on the surface, often referred to as a passive layer. Surface contamination can prevent the formation of the passive layer and cause stainless steel to corrode. Heat tint or weld burn discolouration are such surface contaminants and require removal.

Anopol can design, build and install plant and equipment for customers to carry out their own electropolishing, pickling & passivation.

Electropolishing is in effect electroplating in reverse. Instead of depositing a coating of another material on a surface the process of electropolishing is to remove a surface layer, typically 20-40 micro-metres in depth in the case of stainless steel.

To complement our range of stainless steel tube, we stock a variety of stainless steel bar products in grades 303 (1.4305), 304 (1.4301) or 316 (1.4401). Our close relationships with some of the largest bar producers in the world allows us to meet any quantity requirement. In addition, we stock a range of 1.4404 produced to NACE and various other grades such as 17-4PH and Duplex for use in the oil and gas sector. Due to growing demand, we offer cut billets (pieces) from 10mm thick. These pieces are produced on-site on a cut-to-order basis. Have you tried our Sawn Block products? Manufactured from Stainless Steel Round Bar, it has been praised as a high-quality yet cost-effective alternative to metal plate.