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Nota de aplicación

A method of forming molten metal into long shapes narrow in cross-section, such as rods or sheets. Used particularly in the manufacture of steel for use in construction. Metal is passed between dual rollers revolving in opposite directions at uniform speed; the heat of the rollers increasing the plasticity of the metal.

Referencias bibliográficas

  1. Lapedes, Daniel, "Diccionario de términos científicos y técnicos", Marcombo, Barcelona, España, 1981, p. 5:2460
Tipo de término