Any costs that are associated with prior operations. Life Cycle Costing An accounting method of costing where expenses are allocated over the life of the product. Life cycle costs are often lower for stainless steel than for alternatives despite a higher initial outlay, because stainless products generally last longer and require little maintenance. Light gauge steel normally is plated with tin or chrome for use in food containers. Line Pipe Pipe used in the surface transmission of oil, natural gas and other fluids.
Carbon is removed from the steel bath through vacuum degassing.