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The Heavy Duty Steel Non-Rust Wheel Chock is designed for securing heavy vehicles such as trucks, trailers, and construction machinery. Made of high-quality steel with galvanized or powder-coated finish, it offers exceptional durability, rust resistance, and reliable performance even in harsh environments. 

The Heavy Duty Steel Non-Rust Wheel Chock is designed for securing heavy vehicles such as trucks, trailers, and construction machinery. Made of high-quality steel with galvanized or powder-coated finish, it offers exceptional durability, rust resistance, and reliable performance even in harsh environments.

The Heavy Duty Steel Non-Rust Wheel Chock is designed for securing heavy vehicles such as trucks, trailers, and construction machinery. Made of high-quality steel with galvanized or powder-coated finish, it offers exceptional durability, rust resistance, and reliable performance even in harsh environments.&nbsp;

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Heavy duty steel Non-Rust Wheel Chock

heavy duty steel non-rust wheel chock ganjal roda baja tugas berat anti karat vehicle accessories aksesoris kendaraan china tersumbat keluli bukan aksesori kenderaan china/中国 重型钢制防锈轮挡 车辆配件 中国

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STEEL HASP & STAPLE  made of high quality Stainless steel, the product is easy to install comes with screw. . 

usually used to secure outdoor buildings or gates, with use of a padlock

. The hasp is fitted to the door, gate or storage box, and fits over the staple so it can be secured with the lock. The range includes a choice of materials and finishes.

STEEL HASP &amp; STAPLE made of high quality Stainless steel, the product is easy to install comes with screw. . Hasp and staple fittings are usually used to secure outdoor buildings or gates, with use of a padlock. The hasp is fitted to the door, gate or storage box, and fits over the staple so it can be secured with the lock. The range includes a choice of materials and finishes.

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STEEL HASP &amp; STAPLE made of high quality Stainless steel, the product is easy to install comes with screw. .&nbsp;
Hasp and staple fittings are 
usually used to secure outdoor buildings or gates, with use of a padlock
. The hasp is fitted to the door, gate or storage box, and fits over the staple so it can be secured with the lock. The range includes a choice of materials and finishes.

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Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Hasp & Staple (3" / 4" Inch)

heavy duty stainless steel hasp staple (3" 4" inch) pengait staples baja tahan karat tugas berat inci) oem stapel keluli oem/oem代工 重型不锈钢搭扣和钉书钉（3 英寸 英寸） oem代工

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Prolockey ESH01-H Economic Red Metal Steel Heavy Duty Hasp 

a) Made from hardened powder coated steel, durable and resist rust.

b) It has a double locking arrangement.Hooks on jaws prevent them to be pulled apart.

d)  Jaw Size 1’’(25mm),accept up to 6 padlocks.

<h3 class="md-block-header-three">Prolockey ESH01-H Economic Red Metal Steel Heavy Duty Hasp </h3>a) Made from hardened powder coated steel, durable and resist rust.b) It has a double locking arrangement.Hooks on jaws prevent them to be pulled apart.c) Lock holes: 12mm diameter.d)  Jaw Size 1’’(25mm),accept up to 6 padlocks.

<h3>Prolockey ESH01-H Economic Red Metal Steel Heavy Duty Hasp&nbsp;</h3>
a) Made from hardened powder coated steel, durable and resist rust.
b) It has a double locking arrangement.Hooks on jaws prevent them to be pulled apart.
c) Lock holes: 12mm diameter.
d)  Jaw Size 1’’(25mm),accept up to 6 padlocks.

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ESH01-H Economic Red Metal Steel Heavy Duty Hasp Lock holes:12mm Diameter

esh01-h economic red metal steel heavy duty hasp lock holes:12mm diameter kunci tugas berat baja logam merah ekonomis lubang: 12mm padlocks lockout devices perangkat gembok penguncian prolockey ekonomi lubang kunci: mangga peranti prolockey/普罗洛基 经济型红色金属钢重型搭扣锁孔：直径12mm 挂锁和锁定装置 普罗洛基

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Prolockey ESH01 Economic Red Metal Steel Heavy Duty Hasp 

<h3 class="md-block-header-three">Prolockey ESH01 Economic Red Metal Steel Heavy Duty Hasp </h3>a) Made from hardened powder coated steel, durable and resist rust.b) It has a double locking arrangement.Hooks on jaws prevent them to be pulled apart.c) Lock holes: 12mm diameter.d)  Jaw Size 1’’(25mm),accept up to 6 padlocks.

<h3>Prolockey ESH01 Economic Red Metal Steel Heavy Duty Hasp&nbsp;</h3>
a) Made from hardened powder coated steel, durable and resist rust.
b) It has a double locking arrangement.Hooks on jaws prevent them to be pulled apart.
c) Lock holes: 12mm diameter.
d)  Jaw Size 1’’(25mm),accept up to 6 padlocks.

ESH01 Economic Red Metal Steel Heavy Duty Hasp Lock holes:12mm Diameter

esh01 economic red metal steel heavy duty hasp lock holes:12mm diameter kunci tugas berat logam merah ekonomis lubang: 12mm padlocks lockout devices perangkat gembok penguncian prolockey ekonomi lubang kunci: mangga peranti prolockey/普罗洛基 经济型红色金属钢重型搭扣锁孔直径：12mm 挂锁和锁定装置 普罗洛基

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Precision Brand 316 Stainless Steel Shim is made from a soft (annealed) temper material. Type 316 stainless steel has better corrosion resistance to most chemicals, salts, acids, and marine atmospheres due to an addition of 2.0 to 3.0% molybdenum. They are popularly used in environments where sea water is present.

Fabrication characteristics of type 316 are similar to type 302 and type 304. Each shim roll measures 150mm wide by 1.25 Metres long. Every shim roll is packaged neatly with a cardboard box for easy transportation and storage. 

Type 316 shim is used extensively in chemical and food processing equipment, photographic, pharmaceutical, marine, oil & gas and textile finishing equipment.

Precision Brand® is the only manufacturer to offer Branded® shim. Branded® shim is fully traceable and quickly identifiable. Thickness, material type, and lot number are printed right on the shim material. 

Every shim is produced to precise tolerances so that your projects get completed with accuracy. 

150mm Wide and 1.25 Metres Long Precision Brand Shim Roll 316 SST 226

Shim Rolls can be cut to any size or design you need for effective alignment. Thinner sheets can be cut by hand using a shim cutter. Shim sheets thicker than 0.25mm can be cut using wire EDM, water jet or laser. Available in Singapore with ready stock. Use shims from a trusted source for quality and a peace of mind.

MSDS ID:  STAINLESS STEEL SHIM, SLOTTED SHIM, ARBORS, LAM SS, SS GAGE, TOOL WRAP 062311 

<h3 class="md-block-header-three">Precision Brand 316 Stainless Steel Shim is made from a soft (annealed) temper material. Type 316 stainless steel has better corrosion resistance to most chemicals, salts, acids, and marine atmospheres due to an addition of 2.0 to 3.0% molybdenum. They are popularly used in environments where sea water is present.</h3><h3 class="md-block-header-three">Fabrication characteristics of type 316 are similar to type 302 and type 304. Each shim roll measures 150mm wide by 1.25 Metres long. Every shim roll is packaged neatly with a cardboard box for easy transportation and storage. </h3><h3 class="md-block-header-three">Type 316 shim is used extensively in chemical and food processing equipment, photographic, pharmaceutical, marine, oil &amp; gas and textile finishing equipment.</h3><h3 class="md-block-header-three">Precision Brand® is the only manufacturer to offer Branded® shim. Branded® shim is fully traceable and quickly identifiable. Thickness, material type, and lot number are printed right on the shim material. </h3><h3 class="md-block-header-three">Every shim is produced to precise tolerances so that your projects get completed with accuracy. </h3><h3 class="md-block-header-three">150mm Wide and 1.25 Metres Long Precision Brand Shim Roll 316 SST 226</h3>Shim Rolls can be cut to any size or design you need for effective alignment. Thinner sheets can be cut by hand using a shim cutter. Shim sheets thicker than 0.25mm can be cut using wire EDM, water jet or laser. Available in Singapore with ready stock. Use shims from a trusted source for quality and a peace of mind.<ul class="md-block-unordered-list-item"><li>Brand: Precision Brand®</li><li>Trademarks: Branded® Shim</li><li>Packaging Weight: 0.078 kg</li><li>UOM: PKG</li><li>Pieces per Package: 1</li><li>ORM-D: NO</li><li>Thickness: From 0.05mm to 0.80mm</li><li>Width: 150mm</li><li>Length: 1.25 Metres</li><li>Material: 316 Annealed Stainless Steel</li><li>MSDS ID: STAINLESS STEEL SHIM, SLOTTED SHIM, ARBORS, LAM SS, SS GAGE, TOOL WRAP 062311 </li><li>Rockwell Hardness: 95 Max B Scale</li><li>Tensile Strength: 70,000 psi Min</li><li>Yield Strength: 25,000 psi Min</li><li>Country of Origin: USA</li></ul>

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<h3>Precision Brand 316 Stainless Steel Shim is made from a soft (annealed) temper material. Type 316 stainless steel has better corrosion resistance to most chemicals, salts, acids, and marine atmospheres due to an addition of 2.0 to 3.0% molybdenum. They are popularly used in environments where sea water is present.</h3>
<h3>Fabrication characteristics of type 316 are similar to type 302 and type 304. Each shim roll measures 150mm wide by 1.25 Metres long. Every shim roll is packaged neatly with a cardboard box for easy transportation and storage. </h3>
<h3>Type 316 shim is used extensively in chemical and food processing equipment, photographic, pharmaceutical, marine, oil &amp; gas and textile finishing equipment.</h3>
<h3>Precision Brand® is the only manufacturer to offer Branded® shim. Branded® shim is fully traceable and quickly identifiable. Thickness, material type, and lot number are printed right on the shim material. </h3>
<h3>Every shim is produced to precise tolerances so that your projects get completed with accuracy. </h3>
<h3>150mm Wide and 1.25 Metres Long Precision Brand Shim Roll 316 SST 226</h3>
Shim Rolls can be cut to any size or design you need for effective alignment. Thinner sheets can be cut by hand using a shim cutter. Shim sheets thicker than 0.25mm can be cut using wire EDM, water jet or laser. Available in Singapore with ready stock. Use shims from a trusted source for quality and a peace of mind.
<ul>
<li>Brand: Precision Brand®</li>
<li>Trademarks: Branded® Shim</li>
<li>Packaging Weight: 0.078 kg</li>
<li>UOM: PKG</li>
<li>Pieces per Package: 1</li>
<li>ORM-D: NO</li>
<li>Thickness: From 0.05mm to 0.80mm</li>
<li>Width: 150mm</li>
<li>Length: 1.25 Metres</li>
<li>Material: 316 Annealed Stainless Steel</li>
<li>MSDS ID: STAINLESS STEEL SHIM, SLOTTED SHIM, ARBORS, LAM SS, SS GAGE, TOOL WRAP 062311&nbsp;</li>
<li>Rockwell Hardness: 95 Max B Scale</li>
<li>Tensile Strength: 70,000 psi Min</li>
<li>Yield Strength: 25,000 psi Min</li>
<li>Country of Origin: USA</li>
</ul>

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150mm X 1.25 Metres Precision Brand Shim Roll 316 Stainless Steel

150mm 1.25 metres precision brand shim roll 316 stainless steel gulungan 1,25 meter baja tahan karat kepersisan jenama keluli 150毫米 1.25米 brand/精密品牌 垫片卷316不锈钢 精密品牌

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150mm x 1.25M x 0.05mm Thick PN 22605

150mm x 1.25M x 0.10mm Thick PN 22610

150mm x 1.25M x 0.25mm Thick PN 22625

150mm x 1.25M x 0.30mm Thick PN 22630

150mm x 1.25M x 0.40mm Thick PN 22635

150mm x 1.25M x 0.50mm Thick PN 22640

150mm x 1.25M x 0.65mm Thick PN 22645

150mm x 1.25M x 0.80mm Thick PN 22650

20 LITRES STAINLESS STEEL PAIL C/W PLASTIC INSULATED HANDLE

· Food grade stainless steel, no odour, no taste.

· High gloss mirror finished polishing inside and outside.

· Heavy duty construction with smooth double riveted handle.

· Slight taper appearance design for perfect pouring and ensuring no splash.

· Popular with wineries, cellars, beer makers, restaurants, household, party, cafes and kitchens and for weddings.

Package Includes: 1 Piece Stainless Steel Bucket

Stainless steel is a group of iron-based alloys that contain a minimum of approximately 11% chromium, a composition that prevents the iron from rusting and also provides heat-resistant properties.

Different types of stainless steel include the elements carbon (from 0.03% to greater than 1.00%), nitrogen, aluminum, silicon, sulfur, titanium, nickel, copper, selenium, niobium & molybdenum.

Specific types of stainless steel are often designated by a three-digit number, e.g., 304 stainless.

Stainless steel's resistance to ferric oxide formation results from the presence of chromium in the alloy, which forms a passive film that protects the underlying material from corrosion attack, and can self-heal in the presence of oxygen. Corrosion resistance can be increased further, by increasing the chromium content to levels above 11% addition of 8% or higher amounts of nickel and addition of molybdenum (which also improves resistance to "pitting corrosion").

The addition of nitrogen also improves resistance to pitting corrosion and increases mechanical strength. Thus, there are numerous grades of stainless steel with varying chromium and molybdenum contents to suit the environment the alloy must endure.

Resistance to corrosion and staining, low maintenance, and familiar luster make stainless steel an ideal material for many applications where both the strength of steel and corrosion resistance are required. Moreover, stainless steel can be rolled into sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing. These can be used in cookware, cutlery, surgical instruments, major appliances, construction material in large buildings, industrial equipment (e.g., in paper mills, chemical plants, water treatment), and storage tanks and tankers for chemicals and food products. The material's corrosion resistance, the ease with which it can be steam-cleaned and sterilized, and the absence of the need for surface coatings have prompted the use of stainless steel in kitchens and food processing plants.

20 LITRES STAINLESS STEEL PAIL C/W PLASTIC INSULATED HANDLEModel: SSP20Capacity/ Volume: 20 LitresDimensions (mm): 360 Dia x 340 HtDescription· Food grade stainless steel, no odour, no taste.· High gloss mirror finished polishing inside and outside.· Heavy duty construction with smooth double riveted handle.· Slight taper appearance design for perfect pouring and ensuring no splash.· Heat resistant and safe to handle.· Popular with wineries, cellars, beer makers, restaurants, household, party, cafes and kitchens and for weddings.Package Includes: 1 Piece Stainless Steel BucketFun FactsStainless steel is a group of iron-based alloys that contain a minimum of approximately 11% chromium, a composition that prevents the iron from rusting and also provides heat-resistant properties.Different types of stainless steel include the elements carbon (from 0.03% to greater than 1.00%), nitrogen, aluminum, silicon, sulfur, titanium, nickel, copper, selenium, niobium &amp; molybdenum.Specific types of stainless steel are often designated by a three-digit number, e.g., 304 stainless.Stainless steel&#x27;s resistance to ferric oxide formation results from the presence of chromium in the alloy, which forms a passive film that protects the underlying material from corrosion attack, and can self-heal in the presence of oxygen. Corrosion resistance can be increased further, by increasing the chromium content to levels above 11% addition of 8% or higher amounts of nickel and addition of molybdenum (which also improves resistance to &quot;pitting corrosion&quot;).The addition of nitrogen also improves resistance to pitting corrosion and increases mechanical strength. Thus, there are numerous grades of stainless steel with varying chromium and molybdenum contents to suit the environment the alloy must endure.Resistance to corrosion and staining, low maintenance, and familiar luster make stainless steel an ideal material for many applications where both the strength of steel and corrosion resistance are required. Moreover, stainless steel can be rolled into sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing. These can be used in cookware, cutlery, surgical instruments, major appliances, construction material in large buildings, industrial equipment (e.g., in paper mills, chemical plants, water treatment), and storage tanks and tankers for chemicals and food products. The material&#x27;s corrosion resistance, the ease with which it can be steam-cleaned and sterilized, and the absence of the need for surface coatings have prompted the use of stainless steel in kitchens and food processing plants.

20 LITRES STAINLESS STEEL PAIL C/W PLASTIC INSULATED HANDLE
Model: SSP20
Capacity/ Volume: 20 Litres
Dimensions (mm): 360 Dia x 340 Ht
Description
· Food grade stainless steel, no odour, no taste.
· High gloss mirror finished polishing inside and outside.
· Heavy duty construction with smooth double riveted handle.
· Slight taper appearance design for perfect pouring and ensuring no splash.
· Heat resistant and safe to handle.
· Popular with wineries, cellars, beer makers, restaurants, household, party, cafes and kitchens and for weddings.
Package Includes: 1 Piece Stainless Steel Bucket
Fun Facts
Stainless steel is a group of iron-based alloys that contain a minimum of approximately 11% chromium, a composition that prevents the iron from rusting and also provides heat-resistant properties.
Different types of stainless steel include the elements carbon (from 0.03% to greater than 1.00%), nitrogen, aluminum, silicon, sulfur, titanium, nickel, copper, selenium, niobium &amp; molybdenum.
Specific types of stainless steel are often designated by a three-digit number, e.g., 304 stainless.
Stainless steel's resistance to ferric oxide formation results from the presence of chromium in the alloy, which forms a passive film that protects the underlying material from corrosion attack, and can self-heal in the presence of oxygen. Corrosion resistance can be increased further, by increasing the chromium content to levels above 11% addition of 8% or higher amounts of nickel and addition of molybdenum (which also improves resistance to "pitting corrosion").
The addition of nitrogen also improves resistance to pitting corrosion and increases mechanical strength. Thus, there are numerous grades of stainless steel with varying chromium and molybdenum contents to suit the environment the alloy must endure.
Resistance to corrosion and staining, low maintenance, and familiar luster make stainless steel an ideal material for many applications where both the strength of steel and corrosion resistance are required. Moreover, stainless steel can be rolled into sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing. These can be used in cookware, cutlery, surgical instruments, major appliances, construction material in large buildings, industrial equipment (e.g., in paper mills, chemical plants, water treatment), and storage tanks and tankers for chemicals and food products. The material's corrosion resistance, the ease with which it can be steam-cleaned and sterilized, and the absence of the need for surface coatings have prompted the use of stainless steel in kitchens and food processing plants.

Stainless Steel Bins

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Label Papers

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20 Litres Stainless Steel Pail - SSP20

20 litres stainless steel pail ssp20 liter cans pails oem keluli tahan karat 20升不锈钢桶-ssp20 oem代工

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16 LITRES STAINLESS STEEL PAIL C/W PLASTIC INSULATED HANDLE

16 LITRES STAINLESS STEEL PAIL C/W PLASTIC INSULATED HANDLEModel: SSP16Capacity/ Volume: 16 LitresDimensions (mm): 340 Dia x 310 HtDescription· Food grade stainless steel, no odour, no taste.· High gloss mirror finished polishing inside and outside.· Heavy duty construction with smooth double riveted handle.· Slight taper appearance design for perfect pouring and ensuring no splash.· Heat resistant and safe to handle.· Popular with wineries, cellars, beer makers, restaurants, household, party, cafes and kitchens and for weddings.Package Includes: 1 Piece Stainless Steel BucketFun FactsStainless steel is a group of iron-based alloys that contain a minimum of approximately 11% chromium, a composition that prevents the iron from rusting and also provides heat-resistant properties.Different types of stainless steel include the elements carbon (from 0.03% to greater than 1.00%), nitrogen, aluminum, silicon, sulfur, titanium, nickel, copper, selenium, niobium &amp; molybdenum.Specific types of stainless steel are often designated by a three-digit number, e.g., 304 stainless.Stainless steel&#x27;s resistance to ferric oxide formation results from the presence of chromium in the alloy, which forms a passive film that protects the underlying material from corrosion attack, and can self-heal in the presence of oxygen. Corrosion resistance can be increased further, by increasing the chromium content to levels above 11% addition of 8% or higher amounts of nickel and addition of molybdenum (which also improves resistance to &quot;pitting corrosion&quot;).The addition of nitrogen also improves resistance to pitting corrosion and increases mechanical strength. Thus, there are numerous grades of stainless steel with varying chromium and molybdenum contents to suit the environment the alloy must endure.Resistance to corrosion and staining, low maintenance, and familiar luster make stainless steel an ideal material for many applications where both the strength of steel and corrosion resistance are required. Moreover, stainless steel can be rolled into sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing. These can be used in cookware, cutlery, surgical instruments, major appliances, construction material in large buildings, industrial equipment (e.g., in paper mills, chemical plants, water treatment), and storage tanks and tankers for chemicals and food products. The material&#x27;s corrosion resistance, the ease with which it can be steam-cleaned and sterilized, and the absence of the need for surface coatings have prompted the use of stainless steel in kitchens and food processing plants.

16 LITRES STAINLESS STEEL PAIL C/W PLASTIC INSULATED HANDLE
Model: SSP16
Capacity/ Volume: 16 Litres
Dimensions (mm): 340 Dia x 310 Ht
Description
· Food grade stainless steel, no odour, no taste.
· High gloss mirror finished polishing inside and outside.
· Heavy duty construction with smooth double riveted handle.
· Slight taper appearance design for perfect pouring and ensuring no splash.
· Heat resistant and safe to handle.
· Popular with wineries, cellars, beer makers, restaurants, household, party, cafes and kitchens and for weddings.
Package Includes: 1 Piece Stainless Steel Bucket
Fun Facts
Stainless steel is a group of iron-based alloys that contain a minimum of approximately 11% chromium, a composition that prevents the iron from rusting and also provides heat-resistant properties.
Different types of stainless steel include the elements carbon (from 0.03% to greater than 1.00%), nitrogen, aluminum, silicon, sulfur, titanium, nickel, copper, selenium, niobium &amp; molybdenum.
Specific types of stainless steel are often designated by a three-digit number, e.g., 304 stainless.
Stainless steel's resistance to ferric oxide formation results from the presence of chromium in the alloy, which forms a passive film that protects the underlying material from corrosion attack, and can self-heal in the presence of oxygen. Corrosion resistance can be increased further, by increasing the chromium content to levels above 11% addition of 8% or higher amounts of nickel and addition of molybdenum (which also improves resistance to "pitting corrosion").
The addition of nitrogen also improves resistance to pitting corrosion and increases mechanical strength. Thus, there are numerous grades of stainless steel with varying chromium and molybdenum contents to suit the environment the alloy must endure.
Resistance to corrosion and staining, low maintenance, and familiar luster make stainless steel an ideal material for many applications where both the strength of steel and corrosion resistance are required. Moreover, stainless steel can be rolled into sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing. These can be used in cookware, cutlery, surgical instruments, major appliances, construction material in large buildings, industrial equipment (e.g., in paper mills, chemical plants, water treatment), and storage tanks and tankers for chemicals and food products. The material's corrosion resistance, the ease with which it can be steam-cleaned and sterilized, and the absence of the need for surface coatings have prompted the use of stainless steel in kitchens and food processing plants.