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5 interesting facts about steel

Steel is the most potent combination of iron, carbon, recycled steel, and other elements. It is one of the popular metals used by humans and is even considered stronger than iron. Steel is versatile and readily recyclable.

Here are five interesting facts that you must know about steel.

Fact #1.

Steel was first produced 4,000 years ago and has been used actively for the past 1,000 years.

Fact #2.

Steel is surprisingly more elastic than rubber. It has a remarkable ‘bounce back’ ability, which means it can spring back to its original shape quickly after stress.

Fact #3.

Steel is sustainability. It is one of the most recycled materials, with a rate of approximately 60%. This means more than half of the material can be reused by just smelting it down.

Fact #4.

For centuries, the steel industry has been a source of employment. Even today, globally, millions are employed in this sector. The steel industry is pivotal to economic growth of a country.

Fact #5.

The daily production of steel is extraordinarily high. In just one day, the steel produced could be used to build multiple structures equivalent to the size of the Eiffel Tower!

Steel is used in the manufacturing of various products large and small. Ranging from Automobiles & Refrigerators to Seat belts and Paper clips.

Gulf Steel provides the best steel in the UAE if you are looking for steel rebars for construction.