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Zee Bar. A rolled shape, generally of mild steel, having a cross section shaped like the letter Z. In ship work it is used for frames and bulkhead stiffeners. The size is denoted by dimensions of cross sections and weight per running foot.

Z Bar Frame. See Frame, Z Bar.

Zee Frame. See Frame, Z Bar.

Zig Zag Riveting. See Riveting, Staggered.

Zinc. Described under Metals.

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