 | Stainless Steel Threaded Fittings For many years, stainless steel low pressure fittings have been manufactured to dimensions of cast (ANSI B16.3) malleable iron and wrought steel (BS 1740) fittings standards. These standards have governed the majority of readily available stainless steel products in Australia. |
 | Preventing Coastal Corrosion (Tea Staining) Stainless steel enjoys a strong and enduring reputation for long term appearance and structural integrity. But like all materials, stainless steel may become stained or discoloured over time, impairing the overall look. This brown discolouration, tea staining, has been identified in coastal applications in Australia and overseas. |
HF Acid Scheduling
Hydrofluoric acid is an aggressive substance used in the stainless steel industry, usually to assist in removal of scale and the chrome depleted layer associated with welds. This technical bulletin outlines changes to drugs and poisons schedules and state-by-state contacts on the subject.
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Stainless steel is widely used in and around swimming pools and performs exceptionally well in most applications. However, some common types of stainless steel are not suitable for use in the airspace of indoor pool buildings in certain applications where they are subject to a tensile stress.
Download Technical Bulletin (July 2002 - pdf 44k)