Ohio Galvanized Tube

    There are many different things that you can do with galvanized tubing including supplying water to homes, sewer plumbing, fencing, railing, scaffolding, and farm irrigation systems. There is less maintenance, they are reliable, are long lasting, and offer complete protection with the toughest coating. That is why at Ohio Galvanized Tube we are proud to offer  Atkore Allied Tube and Conduit products.           Allied's steel profiles come from an inline hot-dip galvanizing process called  Flo-Coat ® that they created more than 55 years ago. This one-of-a-kind process involves running welded tubing through molten zinc while it is still on the line. This helped to revolutionize the industry and provide users of tubing with a product that turned their businesses around.      The tubes that we get from Allied are safer in terms of your homes water supply because of the way Allied makes the tubes. While still on the line t...

     Stainless steel has been one of the most common and versatile materials in the world since it came into production over 100 years ago. It has become an indispensable product for a variety of industries . Due to it's broad range of sizes and custom-made designs, it is an integral piece in many specific applications.      Certain industries use certain stainless tubing for different sectors. Many manufacturers, mills and manufacturing lines use parts of stainless steel for their machinery and goods they make. Same goes for the automotive industry where it is used for high quality mufflers. Gas and heat lines allow stainless steel tube lines to withstand extreme pressures being forced through them. It is also 100% recyclable and easy to sterilize.      Unlike ordinary steel, stainless steel isn't prone to corrosion, rusting or staining with exposure to water. It is not totally stain proof however. In areas with low oxyge...

Have you ever wondered if there is a difference between steel tube and steel pipe? Are these words interchangeable to describe the same cylindrical piece of metal? As it turns out, there is indeed a significant difference and they are not synonymous. So let's take a look at the differences. 1. Measuring Diameter This might not seem like a big difference, but it actually is. Steel tube is measured from outside edge to outside edge, while pipe is measured only for the internal opening. This is because steel tube has its strength determined by the thickness of its walls, and steel pipe's usefulness is determined by the volume it can hold. It is common to find a 12-inch pipe, but it would be extremely rare to find a 12-inch tube. Tubes are used in applications that require a smaller size. 2. Structure Steel tube does not have to be cylindrical. It can be square or some other shape. Pipe, on the other hand, is always round. Tube can have a seam while pipe is a uniform piece. Pipe te...

Unless you are a metal enthusiast, you may not know all there is to know about metal and its properties. From carbon steel to cast iron to stainless steel, there are several materials to choose from when it comes to tubing for hydraulic, pneumatic, or other industrial projects. Here are 5 facts you might not know about stainless steel tubing. Cost-Effectiveness: One of the most appealing benefits of using stainless steel tubes is its cost! It costs less to maintain and can save you money over time because of their long service life. Welding Capabilities: Certain stainless steel is heat treatable. This can be helpful when stainless steel tubes need to be modified to achieve certain physical or chemical properties. Certain stainless steel sheets can also be easily welded into various shapes and sizes. Resistance: Thanks to its properties, stainless steel tubing offers significantly more resistance to corrosive elements, oxidation, erosion, and high temperatures than most other metal t...

 At Ohio Galvanized Tube, we provide many different types of fabrication services at our business. One of the processes in which we fabricate is through using a CNC Plasma Cutter that can help fabricate products very precisely and specifically to your needs as our consumer. However, plasma cutters may seem complicated to the naked eye, so let's take a look at how plasma cutting works and how it creates things so specifically.  Plasma cutters work by sending an arc of electricity through a small opening that is filled with gas. Sending this electric through heats the gas so much that it transitions to the 4th state of matter: plasma. Now at this time, the electric/plasma will transfer to the metal being worked on to complete the circuit. The high speeds at which the plasma exits the restricted nozzle of the torch forces the metal to be cut while the gas is sent around the cut area to shield around the plasma cut. Most of the time a pilot arc is used to initially generate the p...

 We, here at Ohio Galvanized Tube , have been providing high-quality products to our customers throughout the Midwest and East Coast since 1990 and we are proud to currently be a Direct Sales Representative for two separate tubing producers! Through these partnerships, we can continue providing top-of-the-line service and products to all of our customers current and future, no matter their tubing needs. Take a look at our producers below: Allied Tube & Conduit: We established our partnership with Allied over 20 years ago and have been happily delivering their products ever since. Allied supplies us with Raw, Pre-Galvanized, and In-Line Galvanized Steel Tube. This variety of products allows us to have whatever you might need for your project in stock when you require it. We represent Allied Tube & Conduit for our customers in Ohio, Western Pennslyvania, Kentucky and West Virginia so make sure to contact us for products if you are in our service areas!  Valmont Tubing: ...

Ohio has always been a well-known state for production of many things. But the steel industry is one of the products that made Ohio what it is today, that's why we at Ohio Galvanized Tube are proud to call North Central Ohio home!  The first blast furnace was created in Ohio in 1802, the same year that the state was admitted to the Union, but by the short period of time to 1853, Cleveland became the third-largest iron and steel city in the whole country at the time. This led to the growth of Akron, Canton and Youngstown, which made the Cuyahoga and Mahoning Valleys some of the best performing steel and iron cities throughout the nation. The ever-continuing expansion to the western part of the continent provided more opportunities for Ohio as more and more steel was needed to create the railroads that would lead people to the new territories. As companies began to integrate in the early 1900s, Ohio remained competitive with the help of new strategies by the American Iron and Steel...

Although you may not think about it at first, steel pipe, like the products made at Ohio Galvanized Tube , are everywhere in the world of youth and professional sports. Although the tubing may look very different by the time it has been finished by the producers we sell to, the groundwork of this equipment was originally any old regular steel tubing.  The next time you are at a sporting event look around and you may realize much more that is made of steel tubing than you originally thought. Attending a soccer or hockey game? Look towards the nets as they are likely made of steel tubing that has been shaped and painted to fit the look that you would normally expect. The boards around the hockey rink can also show off the applications of steel tubing as they can be used as the supports of these barriers.  Still questioning what sports are touched by the hand of steel tubing? Take a look at baseball and football. Baseball fields, at least in youth sports, are surrounded by a cha...

For many, steel manufacturing and fabrication almost always involves some type of welding technique to effectively use the metal in a way that will be efficient and useful. Therefore, today we will reinstate our series on welding tips and techniques with an introduction to Pipe Welding. As for any type of welding, the first VERY important step is making sure you have taken the proper safety precautions. This includes having an auto-dark helmet, apron, flame resistant clothing, safety goggles, work boots, and possibly earmuffs depending on how big the job is. Along with these safety precautions you should also know the basic passes that are involved with each welding project, such as the root pass, hot passes, fill passes and the cap pass. Knowing your welding position is also very important as it will affect how you approach the pipe. There are multiple different positions the pipe can be in, which include the material laying horizontal, vertical, fixed, inclined, or rotating, but t...

When you think of steel tubing and the places you may find it, you are most likely thinking of the scaffolding in construction sites , factory settings where everything is metal or even tractor components and other agricultural equipment. However, the place you most likely didn’t think about is probably beneath you right now as you waste time on your company computer. Tectron Tubing has innumerable amounts of applications in today’s world. From the more mainstream options that are stated above, to the office furniture populating the sea of cubicles across the country and the lawn mower sitting in your garage, it’s everywhere! Even as we speak there are more and more products being produced with Tectron Tubing material. It’s not going anywhere and that’s very important, not just for consumers, but for manufacturers as well.    Okay, Tectron Tubing is everywhere. So what? Believe it or not, steel tubing hasn’t been around that long. Steel tubing by our ‘modern’ standards didn...

You might be wondering why you should choose Ohio Galvanized Tube for your tubing needs. Well, the main reason is that we put our clients first every time. We are proud to serve Ashland, Mansfield, Akron, Cleveland, Canton, and surrounding areas (with shipping available). We pride ourselves on service and building trust with our clients in North Central and North East Ohio. We are proud to offer fast lead times and quick responses, providing clients with top-notch services every time. Since we are strategically located halfway between Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio Galvanized Tube can quickly and effectively service our clients, making us the right choice.  Since 1990, Ohio Galvanized Tube has been a leader in servicing the mechanical tubing needs of Ohio, western Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and West Virginia from our centrally located warehouse and offices in Ashland, Ohio. In addition to serving the needs of small businesses through our warehouse distribution and steel fabrication faci...

Starting in 2019, we at Ohio Galvanized Tube began to eliminate waste and focus on becoming a lean company. This has allowed us to have short lead times in both our fabrication and distribution side of our business. Not only have we incorporated these principles in our shop, but also have we switched to a computer software that makes our quoting and management processes quicker than ever. While we strive to be a more environmentally friendly company, we want you to know that our fast service will not be compromised. Starting in 2019, we began to eliminate waste and focus on becoming a lean company. According to TechTarget , “lean manufacturing is a methodology that focuses on minimizing waste within manufacturing systems while simultaneously maximizing productivity. Waste is seen as anything that customers do not believe adds value and are not willing to pay for. Some of the benefits of lean manufacturing can include reduced lead times, reduced operating costs and improved product q...

Ohio Galvanized Tube is proud to provide steel tubing for our clients to use for a myriad of reasons. From conveyors and solar racks to tent supports and pet kennels, our products are helpful for a wide range of industries. At the heart of it all, though, is the steel. In this blog, we are going to go over some little-known facts about steel. We hope you enjoy! We hope you enjoy these interesting, little-known steel facts!  Steel is the most recycled material in the world. According to a 2015 study, “In the United States alone, 73 million metric tons of ferrous scrap was processed by the scrap recycling industry last year [2014], nearly 55 percent of the volume of all domestically-produced material.” The seat belts in your car are made from steel. Yes, the belt that protects you from getting injured in a crash is crafted from steel.  Steel production has made leaps and bounds to become more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Since 1972, the steel product...

Ohio Galvanized Tube is located in Ashland, Ohio, and serves the steel industry. We specialize in steel tube and fabrication services , such as cold saw cutting, bending, deburring, and more! In this blog, we’ll be going over the many fabrication services that Ohio Galvanized Tube is proud to offer. Plasma Machine: Our newest addition to the Ohio Galvanized Tube fabrication family, our new CNC Plasma Machine can cut holes, copes, angles, special designs, and more into tubes up to 6” rounds, 4” squares, and 2” x 4” rectangles. With this new machine, we are able to cut tubing up to .75” thick. Check out the latest addition to Ohio Galvanized Tube, the Plasma Machine.  Haven Cut: Our Haven can cut as small as .5” OD up to 3” OD and can cut down to lengths ranging from 3.00” up to 7’ long. Our Haven has a deburring machine at the end of the line to leave you with a nice smooth finish on the end of the tube. The Haven is able to cut up to 3,000 parts per hour, depending on t...

Ohio Galvanized Tube, located in Ashland, Ohio, produces a variety of steel tubing. Our steel fabricating services allow us to create custom product applications for a multitude of uses. We are located conveniently near Cleveland, Ohio, with easy access to many major highways. We pride ourselves in  offering fast lead times and quick responses, providing customers with top-notch services every time. In this blog, we’ll discuss some of applications for our products! Our Flo-Coat® product is used to manufacture torsion bars and provides advanced levels of corrosion protection along with higher strength than competitive products in the market today. The result is a cleaner tube that performs better and lasts longer. Conveyors: Our steel tubing can be used to create conveyors, much like you’d see in a factory or warehouse. Greenhouses: One of the main uses for the tubing we supply at Ohio Galvanized Tube is greenhouses! We are seeing more and more in the news about cannabi...

As power bills continue to rise in households, more and more homeowners are thinking about converting their homes to solar energy. As a matter of fact, in some parts of the United States, residents are paying between $400 and $900 per month for their utility bill. That is a lot of money! So if you are considering solar, what do you need to get started? The solar panels themselves are perhaps the most well-known of all the system components, since they're the most visible part of the package, often perched atop homes and businesses roofs. Solar panels are also considered the life blood of a solar power system, because solar panels actually capture the sun's radiation, thereby initiating the entire process of converting sunlight into an electrical current. The job of solar panels is to essentially create the electrical current. Solar power systems would be worthless without solar inverters. The way they work is, once radiant sunlight is converted into electricity, sol...

Playground in Galion, Ohio What excites most children on a bright sunny day? A trip to the park of course! There's nothing like being able to play and swing and climb on a park playground. This is why many cities and municipalities are investing in new playground equipment. It brings a revitalization to the area, and people get a renewed sense of pride when they see the gleaming, new play area. So how do you keep that sense of pride from diminishing? By investing in a high quality playground. Metal outdoor play equipment  is durably constructed of high-grade steel and applied with a special coating to eliminate rust damage. It’s non-splintering and offers the ability to be painted in a wide spectrum of colors. This grants the playground's owner complete freedom to design, and redesign the aesthetics whenever they need to. Playground equipment  is constructed of powder-coated steel pipe, making it much stronger than wood, and you won't have to ...

Cannabis greenhouse comprised of steel tubing In Ohio, marijuana is still a controlled substance, but its medicinal use is legal. This will not be a post about how to go about jumping through the hoops to get a grower's license, but will address a few of  the issues of when you are actually preparing to grow cannabis in a greenhouse. Understand Your Climate You may find a greenhouse kit that says it works great for growing in Colorado, but if you are in Cleveland or Columbus or Cincinnati, you have to understand the differences weather makes to your greenhouse. Outside humidity, number of sunny days, amount of snowfall, intensity of winds are all factors to take into consideration. For Ohio, it would be wise to choose steel tubing as the framework for your greenhouse because of its durability in all types of weather, as well as its weight and load bearing capabilities. Build with the Future in Mind Experts say that the Ohio cannabis industry could hit a billion dollar...

Greenhouses comprised of steel tubing Steel is the most recycled product on the planet, so it makes sense that the environmentally conscious, especially when living and working in large cities like Cleveland, Ohio, would choose steel as a worthy material. In this blog, we’re going to look at a couple of the more green uses for steel tubing. Gatorshield® A500 Mechanical Steel Tubing Greenhouses Steel tubes with a higher percentage of zinc   provide rust and corrosion protection for added toughness in wet or damp environments are ideal for applications such as building greenhouse frames. It holds more weight so less material is needed which will mean more sunlight let in and less shadows. Plus, steel is also much more durable than wood or PVC pipe, has an incredibly long lifespan, and doesn't require much in way the maintenance. Solar energy applications Solar panels supported by steel tubing The solar industry depends on steel tubes because they know ...

Steel is a low-carbon alloy that is generally made from a combination of carbon, iron, and tin. Because of steel's makeup, it makes it be able to withstand corrosion, extreme heat, and high pressure. All good reasons for steel to show up commonly in fabrication shops and why we here at Ohio Galvanized Tube rely on it. Why do we choose steel fabrication ? Steel has a lot of little known great qualities. Here are a few fast facts 1. More than 80 million tons of steel are recycled in North America per year. That's nearly 70% of all steel and more than paper, aluminum, plastic, and glass combined. 2. Steel is one of the main production elements in delivering renewable energy. Energy sources like solar, hydro, and wind are oftentimes made prominently of steel. 3. Since the Industrial Revolution, steel manufacturing has reduced its carbon footprint by over 60%. 4. Almost every single industry uses steel in some way, but building construction is the highest. 5. The Steel ind...