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.

    Tiny actuators with but one moving part

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    Addressing the large applications gap between macroscopic motors and micro-electromechanical systems, Nanomuscle actuators from Steadlands International (Northumberland, UK) use the properties of shape-memory alloys to create tiny actuators that can be produced at a fraction of the size and cost of traditional electric motors.

    Sandvik invests in wire and profiles

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    Recent investment at Sandvik Española SA, Sandvik Steel’s stainless steel wire and profiles producing plant at Martorelles, near Barcelona, has increased production capacity for profiles used in applications as varied as watch bracelets, blades for food mixtures and orthopaedic implants.

    Shell launches Norwegian fuel cell project

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    Shell has signed an agreement with Aker Kvaerner and Statkraft to launch a project in Norway to explore possible large-scale applications of new zero-emission solid oxide fuel cell technology driven by natural gas.

    Temperature regulator from Jordan

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    Jordan Valve’s Mark 80 is a temperature regulator featuring what Jordan describes as its unique and superior sliding gate design.

    Emerson receives TÜV certification

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    Emerson Process Management has announced that its Fisher Fieldvue(R) DVC6000 Series Digital Valve Controller has received certification from TÜV, an internationally recognised, German-based inspection authority.

    Flowmeter clearly keeps wine on the list

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    Alfa Laval Wine makers around Europe can drink a toast to the clear advantages of reliability and low maintenance offered by Krohne's H250 flowmeter which plays a key role in centrifuges used to clarify their wine.

    Stainless-steel pressure gauges

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    A new range of Swagelok stainless-steel industrial pressure gauges accurately monitor vacuum and positive system pressures

    Uhde awarded contract

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    The Hungarian chemical company BorsodChem Rt. has awarded Uhde a contract for a new oxychlorination plant as the first stage in the expansion of its production capacity for vinyl chloride (VCM) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

    Stainless-steel coil annealing and pickling line

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    The Baosteel Group, the result of a joint venture between Baosteel and Nisshin Steel, recently entered into an agreement with the Trust

    Shaft-coupling catalog on CD-ROM

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    A new full-line international catalogue in CD-ROM format from Lovejoy, Inc. (Illinois, USA) details 11 categories of shaft-to-shaft power transmission couplings, with separate metric sections for categories that hold widest global appeal, and a library of illustrated installation instructions.
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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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