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.

Ideal valve for dirty fluids

Hydra-Cell Industrial Pumps, Wanner Engineering, has introduced the C62 Series Industrial Diaphragm Valves. Available materials of construction include brass, stainless steel, and nickel alloy.

UHP Slit Valve Doors increase wafer yield

Parker’s Composite Sealing Systems Division has introduced the UHP Slit Valve Door, an engineered sealing system designed to improve productivity and reduce downtime in critical semiconductor processing applications.

Steam traps for large process applications

Bestobell Steam Traps Division of Richards Industries introduces the Magnum Series Steam Traps – a versatile line of high-capacity steam traps.

Hex manifold

Hex's HM53 is a three-valve instrument manifold used to perform the block, equalising and vent requirements of a differential pressure transmitter applications.

Bayer to invest USD 3.1 billion in China

Bayer has signed a basic agreement on a production site in China with a total investment of USD 3.1 billion.

New brochure from Spectro

Spectro has introduced a 12-page brochure of its petroleum analysers and monitors.

Allvac wins award to develop casting technology

Allvac, an Allegheny Technologies Incorporated company, and joint recipient General Electric Company Corporate Research and Development have been awarded a contract to develop a new technology to enable the production of very large nickel-based superalloy ingots required for the next generation of high-efficiency land-based turbines for power generation.

Swagelok: simplified maintenance

Swagelok Company has introduced the Swagelok 6DB Series Blow Down Valve, constructed of 316 stainless steel.

40th Annual Conference of Metallurgists

The Materials Performance and Integrity Section of CIM is organising two international symposia in conjunction with the 40th Annual Conference of Metallurgists, to be held in Montreal, Canada, on 11-14 August 2002.

Trailing shields from Titanium welding

Huntingdon Fusion Techniques Ltd has developed a range of such trailing shields for welding.


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.