BSSA Understanding Stainless Steel
Our technical advisor Alan Harrison has been working on a book to help everyone along the supply chain gain a basic understanding of Stainless Steel.
The idea for this book grew out of a series of “Starter Workshops” run by the British Stainless Steel Association (BSSA). These 1-day seminars are designed for those who have little or no knowledge of stainless steel or who need a refresher in the basics. "Understanding Stainless Steel" complements the “Starter Workshops” and will help those involved in specifying, designing, buying, selling or fabricating this versatile product.
Click here to download a sample from the book to give you a flavour of its contents.
Chapter Headings of the book;
The World of Stainless Steel - a brief overview of applications
History of Stainless Steels
A Little Metallurgy - basic concepts, atoms, compounds etc
Why is stainless steel "stainless"? - explanation of the passive layer
The Structure of Stainless Steels - ferritic, austenitic, martensitic, duplex, precipitation hardening
Types of Stainless Steel - pros and cons of ferritic, austenitic, martensitic, duplex, PH grades
Grade of Stainless Steel - common grades of each basic type with AISI EN equivalents
Magnetic Properties - stainless steels are non-magnetic. Yes and No.
The Testing of Stainless Steels - how to read a test certificate
Corrosion of Stainless Steels
High Temperature Properties
Physical Properties
Ingredients of Stainless Steel - the effects of the elements in stainless steel and grades which show this effect
The Manufacture of Stainless Steel - overview of process routes
Surface Finishes - range of available finishes and influence on corrosion resistance
Fabrication of Stainless Steels
Material Selection
Recycling of Stainless Steel
The Basics of Stainless Steel - summary of most important issues
Common Standards for Stainless Steel - summary of applicable EN standards for stainless steels
Stainless Steel Quiz - test your new knowledge
Glossary of Terms
BSSA member price £25 plus postage and packaging
Non member price £30 plus postage and packaging
Special Starter Workshop delegate price £20 plus postage and packaging
Understanding Stainless Steel flyer and order form.pdf [99.5kb]
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