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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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TOYO Awarded Propylene Splitter Project in Japan

TEC Project Services Corporation (TPS, President and CEO Takayoshi Imanishi), a domestic subsidiary of Toyo Engineering Corporation (Toyo-Japan) was awarded a propylene splitter project from Maruzen Petrochemical Co.

Gruber as future Technical Director: The Steel Division

The Steel Division of the voestalpine Group supplies its customers around the world with high-tech steel products from its base in Linz.

Braskem & Siemens restore cogeneration plant in Brazil

Braskem, the largest petrochemical company in Latin America, has recently entered into an agreement with Siemens to modernize a cogeneration power and steam plant at its Petrochemical Complex in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Ugine equipped with an additional VAR furnace

On April 10, the new VAR furnace was inaugurated in the presence of government representatives, elected officials, partners from the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and employees.

Exxon invests on the expansion of the Singapore complex

ExxonMobil has said recently that it has made a final investment decision on a multi-billion dollar expansion of its integrated manufacturing complex in Singapore to convert fuel oil and other bottom-of-the-barrel crude products into higher-value lube base stocks and distillates.

Tenova and Salzgitter AG sign an MoU for SALCOS project

A concrete step towards future-oriented, climate-friendly technology for steel production: Tenova and Salzgitter AG – among the leaders in innovative and sustainable steel and technology products – declared officially a mutual cooperation for the realization of SALCOS (SAlzgitter Low CO2 Steelmaking) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), in the context of Hannover Messe 2019.

TWI recommissions an RFW machine for use on projects

TWI has recommissioned a rotary friction welding (RFW) machine for use on future projects. The machine had previously been used to join thin-walled tube casings as well as for demonstrations.

ArcelorMittal investigates industrial use of hydrogen

To permanently reduce CO2 emissions, ArcelorMittal has developed a low-emissions technology strategy, which targets not only the use of alternative feedstocks and the conversion of CO2 emissions, but also the direct avoidance of carbon (Carbon Direct Avoidance, or CDA).

ATI wins $45M supply contract for deepwater pipeline

Allegheny Technologies Incorporated has been selected to supply the nickel-based flat-rolled products for a large oil pipeline project in South America.

Panzhihua to build titanium ingot production base

Recently, in the Kunming Economic Development Zone Kunming Heavy Equipment Group Longgang Park start-up plant, multiple CNC flame cutting machines and welding machines started assembly at the same time, marking the ‘low cost’ of cooperation between Yanbian County and Kunming Iron and Steel Group in Panzhihua City.


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.