This section is from the book "An Elementary Outline Of Mechanical Processes", by G. W. Danforth. Also available from Amazon: An elementary outline of mechanical processes.
Tinning, like galvanizing, is a practical method of coating iron and steel to render it non-corrodable. Tinning gives a smoother, brighter and better-looking surface, and it forms a more durable coating, than does galvanizing. Very common among tinned products are tinned wire, roofing tin, tin-lined cooking vessels, and cans in which preserved fruits and vegetables are held.
 
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