Metal

Metal forms are materials produced through smelting, refining or casting, distinct from ores and concentrates.

About Zinc

Zinc is used in galvanising steel, die-casting alloys and brass. Sphalerite is a principal zinc ore mineral. Zinc ore, concentrate and refined metal represent different processing stages.

Protective coatings
Alloying
Die casting

Metal forms

Metal forms are materials produced through smelting, refining or casting, distinct from ores and concentrates. They can be processed further into sheet, wire, tube and other industrial products.

Industrial applications

  • Galvanised steel
  • Brass
  • Die-cast parts