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The history of steel in New Zealand and the evolution of reinforcing steel
The use of steel in New Zealand dates back to the late 19th century. However, several practical limitations meant that keen attempts to smelt or mill the steel were not successful until the mid-20th century. Due to the basic resources available at the time, the history of steel in New Zealand naturally follows the course of the country’s industrial development and growth in production post-World War II. Before European settlement in New Zealand, Māori used stone tools and naturally found resources to build shelters and craft materials. European settlers introduced iron tools and weapons which had a significant impact on society and led to advancements in construction. As early as 1...
Can prefabricated steel reinforcement save you money on your construction project?
In what is now a fast-paced world, our industries are striving to be as efficient and seamless as possible. As the digital world adapts to advances in AI, the construction sector is searching for ways to enhance building efficiency, while still delivering high quality products and services. Anyone working in the construction industry knows the rising pressure to be more time and cost efficient, for both the company and the client. Everyone is looking for new construction methods that may reduce the time or money spent on a project. So, can prefabricated steel reinforcement save you money on your construction project? The Brilliance Steel team answers this common question. What is...
Quality control of our steel products
At Brilliance Steel, we take great pride in ensuring our clients receive the highest-quality steel available, thanks to our selective steel sources and rigorous in-house testing in our Auckland manufacturing warehouse. 10,000 to 20,000 tonnes of steel per year is made into Brilliance Steel’s products and we ensure every tonne is sourced from ACRS-approved mills, meeting the strict requirements of the New Zealand Building Code (AS/NZS4671: 2019 Code of Compliance). How do we ensure our reinforcing steel products are of the highest quality? If you’re a part of New Zealand’s construction industry, you’ll know how important it is to have top-quality materials. We start at the source,...