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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.

Fjordland expands South Voisey’s Bay site

Commander Resources Ltd. is pleased to report that its project partner Fjordland Exploration Inc. (Fjordland) has expanded the company’s South Voisey’s Bay nickel-copper-cobalt project (the SVB Property) located 80 kms south of Vale's Voisey's Bay nickel mine in Labrador, Canada.

Manganese X acquires Peter Lake property

Manganese X Energy Corp. announced that it has signed a Property Option Agreement with a group represented by Mr. Francois Marcotte prospector as well as Guy Le Bel, Michel Delise and Rémi Charbonneau (the Vendors).

Special Quality Alloys Ltd granted PED 2014/68/EU

Special Quality Alloys Ltd have successfully been granted the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU approval. The approval applies to the design, manufacture and conformity assessment of stationary pressure equipment with a maximum allowable pressure greater than 0,5 bar.

SGQ finds more high-grade nickel-copper sulphides

St George Mining Limited (SGQ) is pleased to announce that further high-grade nickel-copper sulphides have been intersected in drilling at the Mt Alexander Project, located near Leonora in the north-eastern Goldfields.

Proposed acquisition of Cobalt-Nickel assets

African Battery Metals plc, the exploration company developing projects in strategic battery metals, announced that it has conditionally agreed to make two separate acquisitions, being the entire issued share capital of each of Cobalt Blue Holdings (CBH) and Regent Resources Interests Corp.

Carpenter Technology names new CFO

Carpenter Technology Corporation, producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels, recently announced that Timothy (Tim) Lain has been named Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Hamilton Precision Metals growth opportunities in Asia

Hamilton Precision Metals, one of six businesses within AMETEK Specialty Metal Products, is a producer of rolled strip and foil.

Four trends to watch in chemicals: South-East Asia, the Middle East,...

Growth in the chemicals and biochemicals industry is being led by China, with the rest of Asia, the Middle East and the United States not far behind. Bio-based technology and innovations in catalysis production are two promising trends to make the chemical industry more sustainable.

Positive material identification proves its value

How can you tell a Super-Duplex Stainless Steel from an Austenitic Stainless Steel, or a Nickel Alloy from a Copper Alloy when they all largely look the same? That’s the problem experienced by many of the organisations in the supply chain.

American society collection for butt weld pipe fitting

Butt weld pipe fitting is designed to be welded on site at its ends to connect pipes and allow change in direction or pipe diameter, branching or ending.


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.