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The difference between wrought and cast iron is straightforward: Cast iron has been melted, poured into a mold and allowed to cool. Wrought iron has been heated and worked with tools. (FYI, the ...

Nine different forms of iron beams are given, such as T bars, beams, channels, Z bars, bulb angles, &c.; for each form there is a drawing and full table of details at various thicknesses.

with diagonal support beams joining the two sides. “The Mount Carbon bridge is significant for its wrought and cast iron materials and riveted connections, which are different from modern ...