Tag: Austenitic stainless steel

What is austenitic stainless steel?

Austenitic is a type of stainless steel alloy that contains high levels of chromium and nickel, resulting in excellent corrosion resistance, high ductility, and good weldability. It is non-magnetic and widely used in various industries, including construction, automotive, and food processing, for its desirable mechanical and chemical properties.

Advantages of austenitic stainless steel

Austenitic stainless steels offer several advantages that make them highly desirable for various applications. Some of the key advantages include:

• Corrosion resistance
• High ductility
• Excellent toughness
• Non-magnetic
• Wide temperature range
• Good weldability.

These advantages make this type of stainless steels highly versatile and widely used in various industries. Below you can find a selection of articles related to austenitic stainless steels.

TIMco extends SS range

Stainless Steel World Publisher - May 1, 2017

TIMco has extended its stainless steel range to include more than 20 different product styles. The decision to extend the range follows demand from customers for high quality, durable stainless steel products due to its reputation as a highly versatile metal with greater resistance to corrosion than traditional carbon steel.

Stainless steels in high pressure synthesis sections of urea plants

Stainless Steel World Publisher - March 27, 2017

In order to achieve an acceptable lifetime in High Pressure (HP) Urea Equipment, one must select materials – such as special stainless steel grades - to resist carbamate corrosion. The process conditions are highly corrosive and the corrosion mechanisms are complex. The development of suitable alloys has concentrated on refining existing grades by continuous improvement.

Sandvik boosts offshore activity in Egypt

Stainless Steel World Publisher - February 27, 2017

Sandvik, a developer and producer of advanced stainless steels, special alloys, titanium and other high-performance materials, extensively increased its presence in offshore Egypt in 2016.

Nippon Yakin Kogyo expands its NORSOK-certified portfol

Stainless Steel World Publisher - February 10, 2017

Nippon Yakin Kogyo Co., Ltd. announced that it has recently expanded its NORSOK-certified range of products. Since March 2015, when the company announced the acquisition of the NORSOK standard certification for their general-purpose duplex stainless steel (S31803, S32205), super duplex stainless steel (S32750) and super austenitic stainless steel (S31254), they have worked to add certified sizes, expand the thickness range and add new steel grades.

Nippon Yakin Kogyo expands NORSOK-certified portfolio

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 12, 2017

Nippon Yakin Kogyo Co., Ltd. announced that it has recently expanded its NORSOK-certified range of products. Since March 2015, when the company announced the acquisition of the NORSOK standard certification for their general-purpose duplex stainless steel (S31803, S32205), super duplex stainless steel (S32750) and super austenitic stainless steel (S31254), they have worked to add certified sizes, expand the thickness range and add new steel grades.

New weld procedures for duplex and superduplex

Stainless Steel World Publisher - November 7, 2016

Pruce Newman has recently completed a new set of qualified welding procedure specifications specifically for duplex and superduplex stainless steels.

TISCO listed as one of the national key R&D scheme

Stainless Steel World Publisher - October 24, 2016

The “high strength & high corrosion-resistant stainless steel and its applicationâ€? project jointly applied and participated in by many units amongst whom TISCO is listed as one of the national key R&D schemes for upgrade and industrialization of key basic material technologies.

Outokumpu rebar chosen for cryogenic LNG project

Stainless Steel World Publisher - June 17, 2016

Stainless steel rebar produced by Outokumpu is recently being used to reinforce a spill basin at the new liquefied natural gas (LNG) Gate Terminal on Rotterdam’s North Sea coast.

Unique wire-free device for locking nuts

Stainless Steel World Publisher - November 16, 2015

Parker Hannifin has introduced a unique wire-free device for locking the nuts of two-ferrule compression fittings on instrumentation tubing.

INTOCO adds to Oil & Gas range

Stainless Steel World Publisher - April 14, 2015

Special steels and alloys stockholder INTOCO based in Cheltenham, England have announced additions to their comprehensive

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Applications of austenitic stainless steel

Did you know? Austenitic stainless steel is used in a wide range of applications due to its favorable properties. Some common applications include:

• Architecture and construction: Austenitic steel is utilized for structural components, roofing, cladding, and decorative elements in buildings and infrastructure due to its corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal.
• Food processing and catering: The hygienic and non-reactive nature of austenitic steel makes it ideal for equipment and surfaces in food processing, such as tanks, pipes, countertops, and utensils.
• Chemical and pharmaceutical industries: The corrosion resistance and high purity of austenitic stainless steel make it suitable for chemical processing equipment, storage tanks, reactors, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Automotive industry: It is used in exhaust systems, catalytic converters, fuel tanks, and other components that require resistance to heat, corrosion, and vibration.
• Medical devices: Austenitic stainless steel is commonly used in surgical instruments, implants, medical equipment, and prosthetics due to its biocompatibility, sterilizability, and resistance to bodily fluids.
• Oil and gas industry: Austenitic steel is employed in pipelines, offshore platforms, and equipment that encounter corrosive environments and high temperatures.
• Household appliances: It is utilized in kitchen appliances such as sinks, refrigerators, ovens, and cookware due to its durability, corrosion resistance, and ease of cleaning.