Materials

The Right Materials Matter

Jones Metal works with a wide variety of quality materials to fabricate components that fit your needs. Aluminum, carbon steel, copper, galvanized steel, mild steel and stainless steel each offer advantages that make them strong choices for different parts, products and industry applications. 

If you are in need of assistance in selecting the right material for your part or project, we’re happy to provide you with the best recommendations based on your unique specifications. Here’s a quick overview of options.

ALUMINUM

Advantages: flexible, cost-effective, soft, lightweight, recyclable, strong, resistant to corrosion, high electrical conductivity, available in many grades, highly machinable.

Excellent choice for aerospace, construction, electrical, medical and defense industries.

COPPER

Advantages: strong, hard, ductile, malleable, resists corrosion, maintains strength in high-temperature environments, conducts electricity and heat, easy to join.

Excellent choice for power generation, electrical and heating industries.

STAINLESS STEEL

Advantages: strong, hard, ductile, good strength-to-weight ratio, resists corrosion and cracking due to heat.

Excellent choice for most industries, including packaging and food processing, automation equipment, nuclear power generation, military and heavy construction equipment. 

CARBON STEEL

Advantages: formable, weldable, affordable, moderate strength (stronger than mild steel), ductile, excellent heat distribution and ability to harden.

Excellent choice for heavy construction equipment, renewable energy and power generation industries.

MILD STEEL (LOW CARBON STEEL)

Advantages: strong, ductile, resists breakage and cracking, malleable, magnetic.

Excellent choice for the construction industry as well as creating parts for construction equipment and automation equipment.

GALVANIZED STEEL

Advantages: formable, durable, easy to maintain, resistant to rust and corrosion, extremely cost-effective.

Excellent choice for several industries—especially in environments where rust may occur—including road construction, rail, energy plants, oil and gas, agriculture, water and waste plants and sports and leisure equipment.

OTHER MATERIALS

Titanium, bronze, brass, aluminum honeycomb plus more.