The range of alloys used is stunning: weathering steel for aging, marine-grade light weight aluminum for weight cost savings

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The range of alloys utilized is stunning: weathering steel for aging, marine-grade aluminum for weight savings, and duplex stainless for deterioration resistance in severe climates.