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In a AR450 strip vs plate comparison, Valast 450 comes out ahead.

We've already seen that Tata Steel’s Valast 450 abrasion resistant steel offers superior surface quality that doesn't fade over time, and can help you optimise performance and reduce wastage. However, there's even more to Valast 450 AR strip than meets the eye.

When Valast 450 is compared to steel plate, it proves to be ahead across several areas ranging from surface quality and product consistency to thickness and steel length. Valast 450 can better accomodate customers' bespoke requirements offering greater design flexibility.

Read the strip vs plate article and download the scorecard infographic below to find out more about how Valast 450 is a clear winner in the AR450 strip vs plate comparison.

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Strip vs Plate: Article

AR450 strip vs plate – what’s the difference?

If you have experience of specifying abrasion resistant (AR) steel, you will likely know by now that it comes in two forms – strip or plate. And, while you may already have a broad understanding of the differences, there can be much more to it than meets the eye.

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Strip vs Plate: Scorecard

How do they stack up?

The differing production methods for AR strip and plate mean that the resulting products can have quite different qualities. The images to the left give a glimpse of how they stack up in a few of the important areas - length, product consistency and surface quality.

Download the scorecard infographic below to see the full range of comparison areas.

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Tata Steel's Valast is an efficient and reliable abrasion resistant steel sheet that withstands harsh wear and tear whilst maintaining lasting quality – even in the most demanding environments.

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