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    VMT’s blog aims to share our practical experience and knowledge accumulated during the manufacturing and product development process. Our goal is to use these articles to help you improve product design and increase your understanding of CNC machining, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, low-volume manufacturing, and surface treatment technologies. The information we provide is designed to provide actionable guidance and insights for your CNC machining projects.

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Hot Rolled vs. Cold Rolled Steel

Hot Rolled vs. Cold Rolled Steel: Understanding Basics and Differences

The choice between hot rolled vs cold rolled steel impacts many to the manufactured steel parts from tensile strength and ductility to surface finish and cost.
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Duplex vs Super Duplex Stainless Steels

Duplex vs Super Duplex Stainless Steel: What are They and 6 Key Differences

Duplex stainless steel has high strength and corrosion resistance, while super duplex stainless steel is a higher-performance version of duplex stainless steel.
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Mild Steel vs. Stainless Steel

Mild Steel vs Stainless Steel: Understanding Key Differences

Mild steel has over 98% iron and under 0.3% carbon, while stainless steel is an iron-based alloy with at least 10.5% chromium for corrosion resistance.
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Properties of Carbon Steel

Properties of Carbon Steel: Low vs. Medium vs. High Carbon Steel

properties of carbon steel vary significantly depending on its carbon concentration. strength, hardness, and ductility—are all dictated by this composition.
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Carbon Steel Bar

Carbon Steel Price Per Pound: 2026 Market Guide and Pricing Factors

Factors affecting Carbon Steel Price Per Pound include steel grade, market supply–demand balance...
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Carbon Steel: Types, Properties and Uses

Carbon Steel is a widely used metal known for its strength, durability, and versatility in engineering applications. This article covers all of carbon steel.
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