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Nickel

Nickel based alloys

Nickel based alloys are chosen because of the corrosion resistance, heat resistance/high and low temperature properties.

Applications for nickel alloys

Nickel alloys are used in a variety of industries, such as: aircraft gas turbines, steam turbine power plants, nuclear power systems and the chemical- and petrochemical industries. Overall, nickel alloys offer a combination of strength, corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and versatility that makes them valuable in demanding industrial applications. Their properties make them suitable for environments where other materials may fail, allowing for improved performance, durability, and reliability.

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Car industry demands more stainless

The car industry’s increasing demand for ferritic grades of stainless steel has resulted in a marked rise in the global growth of non-austenitic grades in the usage of stainless steels.

Korab stumbles upon nickel

Korab announced the discovery of nickel at their Batchelor project site in Rum Jungle, Northern Territory.

Niger Uranium invests in Nickel

Niger Uranium Limited will invest ZAR 25 million for nickel exploration in South Africa and Zimbabwe in order to garner substantial, low grade but lucrative, open-pittable sulphide nickel mineralization.

Sandmeyer now certified nuclear

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers has awarded Sandmeyer Steel Company a Quality System Certificate for Nuclear Material Organizations.

Sumitomo Metals receives awards

Sumitomo Metal Industries, Ltd. (Sumitomo Metals) and Sumitomo Metals (Naoetsu), Ltd. (Sumikin Noaetsu) have received the 33rd Technical Development Awards from the Japan Institute of Metals for two accomplishments.

Mayaniquel nickel project

Anfield Nickel Corporation announced that it has received an interim, independent, National Instrument 43-101 compliant mineral resource estimate that has significantly increased the size of its 100% owned Mayaniquel nickel project

Nickel copper PGE drilling at Collurabbie

Falcon Minerals will focus on nickel, copper and PGE sulphide mineralization in a new drilling program at the wholly owned Collurabbie project

Vale large nickel projects

Vale recently announced the successful commissioning of its two large nickel projects namely Vale New Caledonia and Onça Puma.  After VNC's continuous operation of the High Pressure Acid Leaching unit 2 for 3 weeks and achieving

Jinchuan interest in Nonoc nickel mines

China's Jinchuan Group Ltd has renewed its interest in investing as much as USD 1.5 billion in the rehabilitation of the Nonoc nickel mines in Surigao province of the Philippines. It is reported that the company would likewise pursue other mining

MacroAsia to operate Infanta nickel mine

MacroAsia Corporation has obtained a key government permit that brought the firm a step closer to reviving a nickel mine in Southern Palawan. The Department of Environment & Natural Resources has released its Environmental Compliance


Nickel alloys are a group of metallic materials that contain a significant amount of nickel as their primary alloying element, typically combined with other elements such as chromium, iron, copper, molybdenum, and others. These alloys exhibit unique properties that make them useful in a wide range of applications across various industries. Below we collected some key points about nickel alloys:

High Strength and Corrosion Resistance: Nickel alloys are known for their excellent combination of high strength and corrosion resistance. They can withstand harsh environments, including high temperatures, extreme pressures, and corrosive substances.

Versatile Applications: Nickel alloys find applications in diverse industries, including aerospace, chemical processing, oil and gas, power generation, marine engineering, and electronics. They are used in components such as turbine blades, valves, heat exchangers, chemical reactors, and electrical resistance wires.

Heat Resistance: Nickel alloys possess excellent heat resistance, making them suitable for high-temperature environments. They maintain their strength and structural integrity at elevated temperatures, making them ideal for applications such as gas turbines.

Corrosion Resistance: Nickel alloys have exceptional resistance to corrosion, particularly in harsh environments where other materials might fail. They resist attack from acids, alkalis, seawater, and various corrosive gases, making them valuable in chemical processing, marine, and offshore applications.

Magnetic Properties: Nickel alloys can exhibit ferromagnetic or paramagnetic properties depending on their composition and processing.

Weldability and Fabrication: Nickel alloys can be welded, allowing for the fabrication of complex structures and components. However, they require specialized welding techniques and proper heat treatment to maintain their desired properties.

Cost: Nickel alloys tend to be more expensive than common steels due to the higher cost of nickel and the complexity of their production. However, their unique properties often justify their use in critical applications where their performance outweighs the cost considerations.