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What are nickel alloys?

Nickel-based alloys are a group of metallic materials composed primarily of nickel with the addition of various other elements. These alloys exhibit exceptional corrosion resistance, high-temperature strength, and excellent mechanical properties. They are widely used in industries such as aerospace, chemical processing, power generation, and oil and gas. Nickel-based alloys can be tailored to meet specific requirements by adjusting the composition and heat treatment processes.

Why select nickel based alloys?

There are several reasons to select nickel alloys or Ni-hard for various applications: the corrosion resistance, high-temperature strength, oxidation resistance, it’s versatility, high strength and toughness, the compatibility with other materials and finally its electrical and magnetic properties.

Aperam and Tekna sign industrial cooperation MoU

Tekna and Aperam have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to state the conditions for an industrial cooperation to jointly develop high quality spherical metal powders to meet the growing needs of additive manufacturing and metal injection molding in all industrial segments.

Henkel helps beer barrel manufacturer improve quality

Henkel has helped Envases Técnicos Zaragoza S.L. (Entinox), a Spanish manufacturer of stainless steel beer barrels, set up an innovative pickling and passivating line using a nitric acid-free Bonderite process.

High-temp Nickel alloys & stainless steels for concentrated solar power

Nickel-based alloys and nickel-containing stainless are playing key roles in an emerging source of renewable energy known as thermal solar plants or concentrated solar power (CSP). The use of nickel-based alloys and nickel-containing stainless has enabled the solar power industry to overcome challenges in heat transfer and thermal storage technology.

TW Metals becomes distributor for Sandvik’s tubes

Sandvik has announced that TW Metals UK will be a preferred distributor for a range of products including Sandvik hydraulic & instrumentation tubing and high temperature piping products in England.

New range of solid wires for WAAM

Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) is a fast and highly efficient production process, based on well-known welding and cladding know-how, applicable to a wide range of alloys from unalloyed to high alloyed steels, nickel alloys, titanium alloys and aluminium alloys.

In a world of rising commodity prices, duplex takes the strain

After a prolonged slump, raw material prices are on the rise again. End users will therefore be looking to save costs by specifying lower-alloy grades, including duplex. Thanks partly to advances in fabrication, duplex is being used in more and more products and applications, over a wide range of industries.

Universal Stainless CEO honored in Finland

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products, Inc.’s chairman, president and CEO, Dennis M. Oates, has been named the Stainless Steel Executive of 2018 at the 17th Annual Stainless & Special Steel Conference in Helsinki, Finland, which took place on September 18th to 20th.

Langley Alloys on the up after £2M investment

Langley Alloys is well on the road to recovery, thanks to a multi-million pound investment over the last two years. Bosses at the Wolstanton business have spent more than £ 2M on new equipment and stock, as well as the opening of a second facility in Grove Road, Fenton.

Orbital TIG welding – when quality is the primary concern

When high-quality welds are required, orbital TIG welding is the ideal technology for tube-to-tube or tube-to-tube sheet welding applications. With or without filler wire, this is a stable, reliable process that can be used on a wide range of materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, titanium and nickel and aluminium alloys.

Balmoral to acquire Gargoyle property in Ontario

Balmoral Resources Ltd. (Balmoral) recently announced that it has entered into an option agreement to acquire the Gargoyle Property in Ontario where nickel sulphide mineralization was recently discovered in intermittent outcrop exposure over a strike length in excess of 1,000 metres.


Nickel alloys or Ni-Hard find extensive use in a wide range of applications across various industries due to their desirable properties. Some common applications include:

Aerospace Industry: Nickel alloys are utilized in aircraft engines, gas turbines, and other aerospace components due to their high-temperature strength, corrosion resistance, and excellent mechanical properties.

Chemical Processing: Nickel alloys are well-suited for chemical plants where they are used in reactors, heat exchangers, piping systems, and valves. Their exceptional resistance to corrosion and high-temperature environments make them ideal for handling corrosive chemicals and acids.

Oil and Gas Industry: Nickel alloys are crucial in this industry for applications such as oil well drilling tools, valves, pumps, and tubing. Their resistance to corrosion, high strength, and ability to withstand harsh environments make them suitable for offshore and onshore operations.

Power Generation: Nickel alloys are used in power plants, particularly in turbines, generators, and heat exchangers. Their high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance make them ideal for efficient energy production.

Medical Industry: Nickel alloys find applications in medical devices such as implants, surgical instruments, and dental equipment. They offer biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and mechanical strength necessary for medical applications.

Automotive Industry: Nickel alloys are employed in exhaust systems, catalytic converters, and engine components due to their high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance.

Marine Industry: Nickel alloys are used in marine applications, including shipbuilding and offshore structures, due to their resistance to seawater corrosion and high strength.

These are just a few examples, and nickel alloys have numerous other applications in fields such as desalination, food processing, nuclear power, and more.