The challenges in the heavy and chemical industries are great for two main reasons:

1. These industries are traditional industries that for the most part have not changed their manufacturing processes and technologies in the last 50 years. The increasing competition of factories in countries where wages are cheaper means that the viability to produce locally is growingly decreasing.
2. The challenge of using raw materials that are suitable for different environments vary from one industry to another. In addition, raw materials and metals can also vary for each individual project.