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Beginner’s Guide To Cutting Metals (No Minimum Orders) If you’re searching for laser cutting vs waterjet cutting, you’re likely trying to decide which precision service will deliver the best results for your project. At Alcobra Metals, we offer both in-house services with no minimum orders, fast turnaround, and nationwide shipping. This post breaks down how […]

Having trouble sourcing domestically-produced aluminum telescoping tubing? You are in luck! Alcobra Metals is a leading supplier of structural grade aluminum telescoping tubes in round, square, and rectangular profiles. In addition to being a leading US supplier of aluminum telescoping products, Alcobra also offers extensive value-added processes via our cutting-edge machine shop. All our telescoping

Stainless steel is used for everything from kitchen gadgets to ocean rigs. Yet, not all grades suit every job. Enter T304, T303, and T316 stainless steel alloys—your go-to options at Alcobra Metals. These austenitic powerhouses offer top corrosion resistance and versatility. But which one fits your needs? In this guide, we break it down. You’ll learn

A Reliable Metal Supplier with a Vast Inventory At Alcobra Metals, we pride ourselves on being a reliable metal supplier with a comprehensive selection of materials. In fact, our inventory includes aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze, and more. Each of these alloys are available in various shapes like sheets, plates, bars, tubes, and angles.

A day to remember We would like to thank everyone who came to see us during our open house event on June 7. About 200 people popped by to enjoy some classic cars, BBQ, and to experience our new warehouse and showroom.   What a blessing it is to have a wonderful community of enthusiastic,

Gear up with Alcobra Interested in starting your DIY metalworking journey but unsure of where to start? Metalworking is an incredibly rewarding craft, allowing you to forge everything from functional art to custom tools. Here’s a short guide offering tips on everything you need to get started. Why metalworking? Before we dive into the essentials,

Rust, the reddish-brown scourge of metal, occurs when iron or steel is exposed to oxygen and moisture, leading to corrosion. However, not all metals are equally susceptible to this degradation. Here, we delve into four types of metal that are considered “rust-proof”, making them ideal for everything from heavy industry to common household items. These