Many people who are not in the steel industry think that all steel is just the same, but that’s far from the truth. Steel is an alloy metal that is made up of iron and carbon plus other trace elements. It’s extremely strong and relatively inexpensive to produce, so it’s no wonder that it’s one of the most commonly used metals in manufacturing companies.

But as hinted above, there are different types of steel, all with their own set of unique characteristics. For instance, carbon steel is preferred by most companies over other types of steel. Why? What is carbon steel? More importantly, is it the right choice for your company.