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Projects involving stainless steels

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This section provides the latest news updates on a variety of world-wide tenders, projects, expansions contracts and acquisitions for stainless steel and related products.

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OSAKI implements UOP SeparALL in coal gasification

Honeywell announced that OSAKI CoolGen Corporation has implemented Honeywell UOP SeparALL™ technology to remove carbon dioxide during coal gasification processing at its facility in Hiroshima, Japan.

Shuangliang initiates the construction of a pilot plant

SaltX Technology's partner in China, Shuangliang Boiler Co. LTD (Shuangliang), moves into the next phase of the pilot plant project.

KZG installs a wastewater treatment plant from GWE

Starch manufacturer in Russia, Gulkevichsky Starch Factory (KZG) doubles its corn processing capabilities and mitigates the environmental impact by installing a new wastewater treatment plant from Global Water & Energy (GWE).

Sandvik & Stamicarbon initiate a buy-back concept

An exciting project has been initiated by Sandvik and strategic business partner Stamicarbon. The project concept is to recycle high alloy steel by offering fertilizer customers a special buy-back solution when replacing equipment at their plants.

DOE announces USD 30M for new research on fusion energy

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a plan to provide USD 30M for new research on fusion energy. This funding will provide USD 17M for research focused specifically on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) approaches for prediction of key plasma phenomena, management of facility operations, and accelerated discovery through data science, among other topics.An additional USD 13M under a separate funding opportunity will be devoted to fundamental fusion theory research, including computer modeling and simulation, focused on factors affecting the behavior of hot plasmas confined by magnetic fields in fusion reactors.Applications for the AI/ML funding are open to national laboratories, universities, nonprofits, and private sector companies.

Pörner expand its portfolio for ‘Pörner Water’ di

The Pörner Group expanded its portfolio for sustainable processes with the business area for water treatment engineering in the oil and gas industry.

Port Arthur LNG signs an EPC agreement with Bechtel

Sempra Energy and Bechtel announced that their respective subsidiaries, Port Arthur LNG, LLC and Bechtel Oil, Gas, and Chemicals, Inc., have signed a fixed-price engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for the Port Arthur LNG liquefaction project under development in Port Arthur, Texas.

Universal Robots launches UR+ application kits

The leader of collaborative robotics is expanding its UR+ platform of certified partner products with application kits that remove barriers to industrial automation for small, medium and large companies alike.

Aker signs a long-term smart contract with Framo

Aker BP and Framo have entered into a long-term contract for seawater lift pumps where compensation is directly linked to facility uptime.

CMS announces a new pilot project with Braskem

Compact Membrane Systems, Inc. (CMS), a pioneer in membrane systems for advanced chemical separations, and Braskem America, Inc., an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A., are engaged in the establishment of a joint development agreement.


Stainless steel is a versatile material that finds applications in various industries and everyday products due to its desirable properties. Here are some common applications for stainless steel:

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

Medical and Pharmaceutical Equipment: Stainless steel is used in surgical instruments, medical devices, and equipment due to its excellent sterilization capabilities, biocompatibility, and resistance to corrosion and staining.

Chemical and Petrochemical Industry: Stainless steel is utilized in the construction of tanks, pipes, valves, and fittings for handling corrosive chemicals, acids, and gases. It ensures product purity, longevity, and prevents contamination.

Food and Beverage Industry: Stainless steel is widely employed in food processing equipment, brewing systems, storage tanks, and food preparation surfaces 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 like solar panels and wind turbines. It provides strength, durability, and resistance to high temperatures and corrosion.

Aerospace and Aviation: Stainless steel is utilized in aircraft components, including structural parts, fasteners, and engine components. It offers lightweight strength, high-temperature resistance, and corrosion resistance.

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