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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.

PSC expands Speyside Foundry Group

Pacific Steel Casting Company ( PSC) has added two new steel foundries to the Speyside Foundry Group. These include Ashland Foundry & Machine Works of Ashland, PA and West Coast Foundry of Los Angeles, which produce carbon, low alloy, nickel-based, duplex, austenitic/super austenitic, and martensitic alloys from a few pounds to 7500 lbs.

Keeping the bottle lines flowing…

The food and beverage packing & bottling industries operate under strict hygiene rules, known as High-Purity Standards. Meeting these standards demands unrelenting attention to detail and exacting levels of expertise. Krones AG supplies filling and packaging systems to the global food industry and today fills or labels a quarter of all bottles sold in the world.

A wealth of experience in manufacturing at Nas Toa

The company Nas Toa Co. Ltd., a member of the Nippon Yakin Kogyo group, has considerable experience in the manufacture of welded stainless steel and high-performance alloyed pipes and tubes. Here they share some of the technical knowledge they have gained in perfecting these products.

New ‘smart-metal’ for earthquake-resistant structures

Super-elastic alloys and bendable concrete composites have been used for a first-in-the-world application in downtown Seattle, USA.

Sea change: as costs subside, the world relies more on desalination...

In the last few years the world has been increasingly relying on desalination for its drinking and industrial water. The stick is the danger that any already critical water shortage caused by drought and global warming will get worse. The carrot is the provision of more water in parched areas thanks to significant progress towards making desalination more cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

Turboatom condenser for Zaporizhzhya NPP

PJSC "Turboatom" has provided to the representatives of Zaporizhzhya NPP control assemblage with pipes of 6 modules of Casing No 2 and other equipment for a modernized condenser for the turbine of Unit No 3.

PDO accredits VDM

VDM Metals, one of the leading manufacturers of nickel, cobalt and zirconium alloys, as well as high alloyed special stainless steels, has been accredited as a supplier by the largest Omani oil and gas producer, Petroleum Development Oman (PDO).

Pratt & Whitney expanding business in Columbus

Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp. will invest approximately USD 386Min its Columbus, Georgia, facility to increase the production of parts and maintenance services and to reduce costs for new and existing engine programs.

Ryerson acquires Guy Metals

Ryerson Holding Corporation has acquired Guy Metals, Inc., a privately-owned metal service center company located in Hammond, Wisconsin.

ETFH wins titanium forgings contract

Ellwood Texas Forge Houston (ETFH) wins additional rotating parts supply for GE Aviation’s new Leap engine. This significantly expands ETFH’s scope of supply on this new expanding program, adding to the existing Nickel based forgings ETFH had previously contracted with GE.


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.