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Projects involving stainless steels

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Latest Projects

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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ACERINOX with Danieli to revamp the SVAI caster

ACERINOX, one of the most competitive groups in the world in stainless steel manufacturing, has contracted Danieli Automation for the electrical and automation revamping of the Stainless Steel Slab Caster at Columbus Stainless (Pty) Ltd.

EEMUA appoints Stuart as Chair of the EEMUA Council

Engineering Equipment and Materials Users Association (EEMUA) is pleased to announce that Stuart Turner has been appointed as Chair of the EEMUA Council.

CERN signs a contract with BUMAX

Leading Swedish manufacturer of premium stainless steel fasteners BUMAX has signed a contract with scientific research institute CERN for more than a quarter of a million high strength premium stainless steel fasteners to be used for the upgrade of the world famous LHC particle accelerator in Switzerland.

NeSSIE helping to develop anti-corrosion solutions in offshore renewables

NeSSIE (North Sea Solutions for Innovation in Corrosion for Energy) is a project designed to tap into the existing knowledge of anti-corrosion technology / novel materials solutions in the maritime sector supply chain to develop demonstration projects for offshore renewables in the North Sea. The corrosion solutions, when developed and commercialised, will provide global growth and job creation opportunities in remote regions in the EU.

MHPS and Magnum launch the ACES project in Utah

Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems (MHPS) and Magnum Development recently joined The Honorable Gary Herbert, Governor of Utah, to announce an initiative to launch the Advanced Clean Energy Storage (ACES) project in central Utah.

Russia to contribute 32% of gas capacity growth by 2023

Russia is expected to drive the growth in the global underground gas storage industry between 2019 and 2023, contributing around 32% of the working gas capacity growth from planned and announced projects, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

AET secures 90 MWt biomass-fired boiler plant order

Aalborg Energie Technik a/s (AET) assists Solvay in achieving its new greenhouse gas target by means of a new AET Biomass Boiler, which will lower the CO2 emissions by 190,000 tonnes/year, as it replaces a coal-fired boiler plant.

NTPC signs an MoU with the Ministry of Power

India’s largest power generating company, NTPC signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Power for the year 2019 20.

Hoover: 2019 Environmental Leader Product of the Year

Hoover Ferguson, a global leader in tank & container solutions with more than 40 locations in 25 countries, announced recently that its Liquitote® stainless-steel intermediate bulk container (IBC) has earned the distinction of being named a 2019 Environmental Leader Product of the Year winner.

MHPS receives a contract from Elektrárna Dětmarovice

Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd has received a contract from Elektrárna Dětmarovice a.s. a member of ČEZ Group in the Czech Republic for the full-scale renovation of the flue gas desulfurization (FGD) system at the Dětmarovice Power Station.


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.