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Technical guides on alloy selection, procurement compliance, quality assurance, and Indian manufacturing.
Quality7 min read
How to Read an Indian Mill Test Certificate
A mill test certificate is only useful if you can read it. Most Indian MTCs follow a similar format — but the critical details are often buried. Here's how to extract what matters.
28 April 2026
Alloy Selection8 min read
6061 vs 6082: Why India Uses 6082 More Than the US
In the US, 6061 dominates. In India, 6082 is more common and often cheaper. The two alloys are close cousins — but the differences matter when you're specifying for strength or certification.
21 April 2026
Procurement9 min read
Detecting Grade Fraud in Mumbai's Stockist Ecosystem
Grade substitution is the metals industry's open secret. In a market where trust is the default verification method, here's how to protect yourself — and why Tikshara exists.
14 April 2026