Applications

    Versatile material

    Stainless steel is a versatile material that finds applications in various industries and everyday products due to its desirable properties for strength and corrosion resistance.

    Common applications

    Here are some common applications for stainless steel:

    Architecture and Construction: Stainless steel is used in building structures, bridges, facades, chimneys and roofing due to its durability, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal.

    Food and Beverage Industry: Stainless steel is used in food processing equipment, brewing systems, and storage tanks due to its corrosion resistance, ease of cleaning, and hygienic properties.

    Energy and Power Generation: Stainless steel is used in power plants, nuclear reactors, and renewable energy applications for its strength, durability, and resistance to high temperatures and corrosion.

    Marine Applications: Stainless steel is employed in shipbuilding, offshore platforms, and coastal infrastructure due to its excellent corrosion resistance in saltwater environments.

    Below you can find news on the application of stainless steels in a broad variety of industries, such as architecture, oil and gas, shipbuilding and heat exchangers. If you wish to include your news release on our website and email newsletter, please feel free to contact the editor.

    Gehrisch joins Roll-Kraft as Vice President

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    Roll-Kraft announced the appointment of Kevin Gehrisch to the position of Vice President. Gehrisch will oversee all of the Roll-Kraft-owned companies in his new role and will be active in charting the growth path of the company.Gehrisch joined Roll-Kraft in 2010, and spent his early years as part of the maintenance department and then as a regrind engineer, where he learned the design process and how Roll-Kraft products are made.Gehrisch spent nearly 2 years traveling with Roll-Kraft’s technical teams, meeting customers, and observing their applications.

    Turkish Steelmaker Çolakoğlu relies on PSI software

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    The Turkish flat and long steel producer Çolakoğlu Metalurji A.Ş. has awarded PSI Metals with the modernization of the existing Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to PSImetals Version 5.20.

    Nickel Institute updates archive of technical guides

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    Thirty significant technical publications originally produced by INCO and American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) have been refreshed and re-published by the Nickel Institute.

    Growth Opportunities for Superalloys: Frost & Sullivan

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    Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, Growth Opportunities for Superalloys, finds that the industry is expanding at a rapid pace.

    Accles & Pollock receives prestigious Queen’s Award

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    Accles & Pollock, the precision metal tubular assembly business which is part of Sanjeev Gupta’s GFG Alliance, has won the International Trade category in the prestigious Queen’s Awards for Enterprise 2020.

    US DOE announces USD 28M funding for ULTIMATE program

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    The U.S. Department of Energy announced up to USD 28M in funding for a new Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) program, ULtrahigh Temperature Impervious Materials Advancing Turbine Efficiency (ULTIMATE).

    Coherent HighLight DL HPS offers high power output

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    The Coherent HighLight™ DL HPS is an industrial diode laser that offers high power output (1 kW to 4 kW) in a compact, self-contained package, making it particularly useful for systems integrators and end-users performing metal cladding, heat treating, brazing, and welding.

    Leybold celebrates its 170th birthday in 2020

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    The vacuum specialist Leybold succeeded with its combination of tradition and innovation over the course of its history. Leybold is proud to honor this important milestone by celebrating its 170th birthday in 2020.

    VPower as a new distributor for MTU products in China

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    Rolls-Royce is moving forward with its growth strategy in China, despite the challenges posed by COVID-19. VPower Group has become a new distributor for MTU products in China.

    TWI invests in a core funding project of EHLA

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    Following the acquisition of the UK’s first EHLA system, TWI is funding a core research project investigating the capabilities and future potential of EHLA technology.
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    Stainless steel offers several key advantages, which contribute to its widespread use in various industries and applications. The main advantages of stainless steel are listed below:

    Corrosion Resistance: Stainless steel is highly resistant to corrosion, making it suitable for use in environments where exposure to moisture, chemicals, or harsh conditions is expected.

    Strength and Durability: Stainless steel is a strong and durable material, capable of withstanding heavy loads, high temperatures, and mechanical stresses. It maintains its structural integrity even in challenging conditions, making it a reliable choice for long-term applications.

    Hygiene and Cleanliness: Stainless steel is non-porous, smooth, and easy to clean, which makes it a preferred material in industries such as food processing, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals. Its smooth surface prevents the growth of bacteria, ensuring a high level of hygiene.

    Aesthetic Appeal: Stainless steel has a bright and attractive appearance, which adds a visually appealing element to various products, structures, and appliances. It is often used in architectural designs.

    Temperature Resistance: Stainless steel retains its strength and mechanical properties even at high temperatures, making it suitable for applications involving extreme heat or thermal cycling. It is commonly used in exhaust systems, heat exchangers.

    Recyclability: Stainless steel is 100% recyclable, meaning it can be melted down and reused to create new stainless steel products. This recyclability makes it an environmentally friendly choice and contributes to sustainable practices.

    Overall, stainless steel’s key advantages include corrosion resistance, strength and durability, hygiene, aesthetic appeal, temperature resistance, recyclability, and versatility. These properties have made it a popular material in industries such as construction, automotive, aerospace, medical, and many others.

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