Third-party inspection for steel exports: a complete guide
What third-party inspection (TPI) covers for steel exports, how inspectors work, what they check, and how to prepare so your shipment passes the first time.
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Export documents checklist for steel and metal shipments
The complete export documents checklist for steel and metal shipments — invoice, packing list, bill of lading, MTC, certificate of origin and more.
Incoterms 2020 for metal exporters: FOB, CIF, CFR and DAP
Incoterms 2020 explained for metal exporters — what FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP and EXW really mean for cost, risk and paperwork when shipping steel and pipes.
ASTM vs EN vs IS: a steel standards guide for exporters
ASTM, EN and IS steel standards compared — how each system names grades, common equivalents, and how exporters should quote standards to global buyers.
Flange types explained: weld neck, slip-on, blind and more
A clear guide to flange types — weld neck, slip-on, blind, socket weld, threaded and lap joint — plus pressure classes and facings buyers ask about.
SS 304 vs SS 316: which stainless grade should you choose?
SS 304 vs SS 316 compared: chemistry, corrosion resistance, cost and applications — so you can recommend the right stainless steel grade to every buyer.
Pipe schedules explained: SCH 10, 40 and 80 for buyers
What pipe schedule numbers really mean, how SCH 10, 40 and 80 change wall thickness and weight, and how to quote the right schedule for export orders.
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