{"id":3282,"date":"2023-03-22T12:54:09","date_gmt":"2023-03-22T19:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allthingsmetal.com\/?p=3282"},"modified":"2023-03-22T12:54:12","modified_gmt":"2023-03-22T19:54:12","slug":"all-things-metal-at-the-zoo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allthingsmetal.com\/?p=3282","title":{"rendered":"All Things Metal at the ZOO!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Phoenix Zoo is a popular destination for families, and it&#8217;s always impressive to see how steel structures can enhance the experience. Let&#8217;s dive in and explore this project in more detail. \u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"1013\" data-attachment-id=\"3284\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/allthingsmetal.com\/?attachment_id=3284\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?fit=3024%2C4032&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"3024,4032\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?fit=760%2C1013&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg.jpg?resize=760%2C1013&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"The stairs to the Lion Den Tower being constructed\" class=\"wp-image-3284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=900%2C1200&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=600%2C800&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=150%2C200&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=1200%2C1600&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=1320%2C1760&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/13dca0edb0504f828e8deff7b1539a70.jpeg-rotated.jpg?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The project at the Phoenix Zoo involved the construction of several steel structures and miscellaneous steel features. These structures were designed to provide visitors with a unique and immersive experience while also ensuring the safety of the animals and guests. \u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-attachment-id=\"3285\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/allthingsmetal.com\/?attachment_id=3285\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?fit=4032%2C3024&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"4032,3024\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?fit=760%2C570&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=760%2C570&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A view of the tower during a cloudy day\" class=\"wp-image-3285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=1200%2C900&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=400%2C300&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=200%2C150&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=1320%2C990&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?resize=600%2C450&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03247f5fa1464df59e673464601fd786.jpeg.jpg?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the main features of the project is the Steel Treehouse, a massive steel structure that rises above the zoo&#8217;s canopy. This structure is designed to mimic the shape of a tree and provides visitors with a bird&#8217;s eye view of the surrounding landscape. The Steel Treehouse is a popular attraction among visitors, especially children, who enjoy climbing and exploring its many levels and features. \u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"1013\" data-attachment-id=\"3287\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/allthingsmetal.com\/?attachment_id=3287\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?fit=3024%2C4032&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"3024,4032\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?fit=760%2C1013&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg.jpg?resize=760%2C1013&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An All Things Metal Ironworker erecting the steel framing for the bridge going to the African Trail overlook\" class=\"wp-image-3287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=900%2C1200&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=600%2C800&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=150%2C200&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=1200%2C1600&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?resize=1320%2C1760&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/c3b910dced5645c39c3e1f55ad0ee552.jpeg-rotated.jpg?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another key feature of the project is the Steel Safari, a series of animal exhibits that are enclosed within steel cages. These cages provide a safe and secure environment for the animals while also allowing visitors to get up close and personal with some of the zoo&#8217;s most popular residents. The Steel Safari features a variety of animals, including tigers, lions, and giraffes, and is a must-see for anyone visiting the zoo. \u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"1013\" data-attachment-id=\"3288\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/allthingsmetal.com\/?attachment_id=3288\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?fit=1536%2C2049&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1536,2049\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1675243281&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00025201612903226&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"IMG_8387\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?fit=760%2C1013&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=760%2C1013&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An all things Metal Ironworker securing a steel beam on the new African Trail Lion enclosure\" class=\"wp-image-3288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=768%2C1025&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=1151%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1151w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=900%2C1200&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=600%2C800&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=150%2C200&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=1200%2C1601&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?resize=1320%2C1761&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8387.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to these main features, the project also included several smaller miscellaneous steel structures and features, such as walkways, bridges, and fencing. These structures were designed to blend in seamlessly with the natural environment of the zoo and to enhance the overall visitor experience. \u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"1013\" data-attachment-id=\"3289\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/allthingsmetal.com\/?attachment_id=3289\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?fit=1536%2C2049&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1536,2049\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1675253377&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;1.57&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00055096418732782&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"IMG_8397\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?fit=760%2C1013&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=760%2C1013&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An All things Metal Ironworker having fun during work in the Lion Cages\" class=\"wp-image-3289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=768%2C1025&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=1151%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1151w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=900%2C1200&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=600%2C800&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=150%2C200&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=1200%2C1601&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?resize=1320%2C1761&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8397.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, the Phoenix Zoo&#8217;s structural steel and miscellaneous steel project is an impressive feat of engineering and design. It not only provides visitors with a unique and immersive experience but also ensures the safety and well-being of the animals that call the zoo home. As a visitor, you can be proud of the work that went into creating these structures and of the lasting impact they will have on the community. So next time you visit the Phoenix Zoo, take a moment to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the steel structures that surround you!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" data-attachment-id=\"3290\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/allthingsmetal.com\/?attachment_id=3290\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/allthingsmetal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/sdg.jpg?fit=480%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"480,640\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" 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