--- title: McHone Industries Blog (16) description: (16) --- [![mchone industries](https://www.mchoneind.com/hs-fs/hubfs/mchonecolors.png?width=300&name=mchonecolors.png "mchone industries")](https://www.mchoneind.com/) - [Blog](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/) - [Downloadable Resources](https://blog.mchoneind.com/free-manufacturing-resources) - [Portfolio](https://www.mchoneind.com/portfolio/) - [Careers](https://www.mchoneind.com/careers/) - [Contact Us](https://www.mchoneind.com/contact-us/) - [Services](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/) - [Tube Production](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/tube-production/) - [Tube Bending & Tube Fabrication](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/tube-bending-fabrication/) - [Metal Weldments & Assemblies](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/weldments-and-assemblies/) - [Roll Forming](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/roll-forming/) - [Sheet Metal Fabrication](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/sheet-metal-fabrication/) - [Laser Cutting](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/laser-cutting-sheet-metal/) - [Robotic Welding](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/robotic-welding/) - [Bead Blasting](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/bead-blasting/) - [Powder Coating](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/powder-coating-services/) - [Ring Rolling](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/metal-rolling-service/) - [About](https://www.mchoneind.com/about/) [![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on LinkedIn](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/linkedin-24x24.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![Share on Twitter](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/twitter-24x24.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=McHone%20Industries%20Blog%20%2816%29) [![Share on Pinterest](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/pinterest-24x24.png)](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dpinterest&media=http%3A%2F%2Fcdn2.hubspot.net%2Fhubfs%2F1629394%2FImported_Blog_Media%2Fpexels-photo-13-1024x672.jpg) [![Share on Email](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/email-24x24.png)](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail%20&body=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail) # McHone Industries Blog ## [9 Metal Manufacturing Myths That Need to Die in a Fire](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/metal-manufacturing-myths) - June 29, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/metal-manufacturing-myths#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Motorcycle_Reflections_bw_edit-1024x516.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/metal-manufacturing-myths) Metal manufacturing, like other types of manufacturing, has been struggling with global economic shifts such as [China's continuing manufacturing developments](http://www.wsj.com/articles/china-manufacturing-gauge-weakens-further-as-economy-loses-steam-1462248735), and [Brexit's impact on the stock market...](http://www.barrons.com/articles/what-is-brexits-impact-on-global-economy-1467124800) [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/metal-manufacturing-myths) ## [Metal Tubing vs. Plastic Tubing: What's the Difference?](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/metal-tubing-plastic-tubing-difference) - June 27, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/metal-tubing-plastic-tubing-difference#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Metal_tubes_stored_in_a_yard-1024x328.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/metal-tubing-plastic-tubing-difference) Are you trying to decide between metal tubing and plastic tubing for your project? Like anything else, the best material for you depends on your specific application and needs. In some cases, metal... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/metal-tubing-plastic-tubing-difference) ## [American Metal Manufacturing: Growth, Trends in 2016 and Beyond](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/american-metal-manufacturing-trends) - June 22, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/american-metal-manufacturing-trends#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC_0369-2-1024x459.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/american-metal-manufacturing-trends) Although the manufacturing industry took a nosedive at the turn of the century, the outlook has been positive over the last few years. [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/american-metal-manufacturing-trends) ## [5 Things You Didn't Know About Metal Manufacturing](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/5-things-metal-manufacturing) - June 20, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/5-things-metal-manufacturing#comments-listing) [![Metal_tubes_stored_in_a_yard-1024x328.jpg](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Metal_tubes_stored_in_a_yard-1024x328.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/5-things-metal-manufacturing) If you're new to the world of metal manufacturing, you'll find these five facts interesting - and maybe helpful. [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/5-things-metal-manufacturing) ## [7 Things You Didn't Know About the Longest Bridge in New York](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/tappan-zee-longest-bridge-new-york) - June 06, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/tappan-zee-longest-bridge-new-york#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Tappan_Zee_Bridge_from_below.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/tappan-zee-longest-bridge-new-york) The Tappan Zee Bridge, which spans the Hudson River between Rockland and Westchester Counties, is one of the state's most impressive works of infrastructure. It's also one of the most highly... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/tappan-zee-longest-bridge-new-york) ## [4 Reasons You Should Emboss Your Tubular Steel Products](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/emboss-tubular-steel-products) - May 19, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/emboss-tubular-steel-products#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/6355360253_4bb95d426f_o-1024x361.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/emboss-tubular-steel-products) Embossing is a fantastic process for strengthening tubular steel. To emboss tubular steel, the original material coil is run through a roll forming mill, and male/female dies are used to press the... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/emboss-tubular-steel-products) ## [Reshoring, Onshoring, Offshoring? Which is Best for Your Company?](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/choosing-right-shoring-method) - May 16, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/choosing-right-shoring-method#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-92730-1-1024x475.jpeg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/choosing-right-shoring-method) Choosing the right shore to do business on is more than considering hourly rates and shipping costs. It's important to discuss the pros and cons that accompany each location. So, what are the... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/choosing-right-shoring-method) ## [Benefits of Powder Coating Services for All Industries \[Infographic\]](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/powder-coating-services-infographic) - May 11, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/powder-coating-services-infographic#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC_0524-1024x632.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/powder-coating-services-infographic) ## What makes powder coating great for all industries? Powder coating services are the smartest choice of finish for any industry that uses metal products or parts. Some other finishing options include... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/powder-coating-services-infographic) ## [Tubular Steel Products: Non-Round & Special Shaped Welded Tubing](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/tubular-steel-products-non-round) - April 05, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/tubular-steel-products-non-round#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC_1113-1024x681.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/tubular-steel-products-non-round) You've seen tubular steel products in action every day. They help you get to work safely, they help you shovel your driveway, and they're part of the bridges and roads you drive over during your... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/tubular-steel-products-non-round) ## [Corrosion of Tubular Steel Products Part 2: Prevention & Removal](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/corrosion-tubular-steel-products-prevention-removal) - March 30, 2016 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/corrosion-tubular-steel-products-prevention-removal#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/gears-164556_1280-2-1024x465.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/corrosion-tubular-steel-products-prevention-removal) More than other metals, stainless steel is used in many applications that require high levels of cleanliness and sanitation. Hospital equipment, medical tools, food service equipment, and restaurant... 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