InFocus | Steel

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    Monday Jun 23

    Beyond the bond

    Adopting new and innovative welding techniques can improve output and greatly reduce costs.

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    Monday Jun 23

    Bridging the gap

    More than $18 billion (about Dh66.11 billion) is being invested in 46 steel manufacturing plants throughout the Arabian Gulf in an attempt to close the widening gap between supply and demand for steel.

  • Monday Jun 23

    The rewards of reusing

    Want to save the planet? Recycling steel is a good place to start. From cans to cars, no other substance is recycled as much.

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    Monday Jun 23

    Colossal construction

    Given the rapid pace of development and the prolific construction projects in the region, the demand for steel will only increase.

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    Monday Jun 23

    The future is steel

    As the Middle East's urban topography is transformed by an unprecedented construction boom, the demand for steel rises.

  • Monday Jun 23

    Architects on a mission

    Steel is being used to build innovative and eco-friendly homes that fulfil the need for environmentally friendly housing.

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    Monday Jun 23

    Men of mettle

    There's a little steel in all our lives, they say - here's a look at the men who make it happen.

  • Monday Jun 23

    Fab metal on show

    The Middle East's largest trade show catering to the metal industry drew visitors from more than 50 countries.

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    Saturday Sep 15

    The steel destination

    Owing to astronomical investments in infrastructure projects and industrial development across the Gulf states, demand for iron and steel products in the region has, of late, been experiencing a significant increase.

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    Saturday Sep 15

    Sleek and chic

    Steel is the new marble and finds increasing functionality in modern kitchens and bathrooms in the UAE and around the world.