Wire rod (steel)
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| Infobox on Wire rod (steel) | |
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| Example of Wire rod (steel) |  |
| Facts | |
| Origin | Trade in steel and steel products primarily flows:
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| Humidity / moisture | Relative humidity: <40 - 50% |
| Ventilation | (see text also) Steel corrosion accelerates rapidly at relative humidity > 60%. If possible, relative humidity should be reduced to below 60% by appropriate ventilation measures. |
| Risk factors | (see text also) Dust from coal, ores, salts and especially fertilizers and other bulk materials has a corrosive effect. Wire rod is also sensitive to sea water and mechanical damage. |