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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.

New chairman and vice-chairman for BSSA

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Tim Childs of Rimex Metals (UK) Ltd has been Chairman of the Board of BSSA since November 2013 and his two year appointment will come to an end on November 12th at the meeting of the Board prior to the Annual Dinner.

Norsk Alloys: latest Raccortubi Group addition

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newsitemOn 23rd October, Raccortubi acquired Norsk Alloys, established in 2005 in Aberdeen (United Kingdom). Norsk Alloys Ltd focuses on the stockholding and supplying of specialist piping materials for the Oil & Gas industry, specifically for offshore platforms.

Bodycote advances stainless steel technologies

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Bodycote has invested in new S3P (Specialty Stainless Steel Processes) facilities. Demand for S3P processing is growing exponentially.

Raccortubi Group opens new UK office

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Raccortubi are pleased to announce the establishment of the Group’s newest addition: a branch office in the United Kingdom.

Raccortubi UK has been set up in order to provide Raccortubi Group with a local presence in the United Kingdom so as to better serve EPC contractors, fabricators and blue chip companies in the region.

North American Nickel appoints director and advisor

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newsitemNorth American Nickel has appointed Mr. Christopher Messina as a Director to the Board of the Company and Mr. Mark Thompson has joined the Company's Advisory Board. Mr.

ATI completes repairs to HRPF using RCS

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Allegheny Technologies Incorporated announced that ATI Flat Rolled Products has successfully rolled coils of stainless steel across its Hot-Rolling and Processing Facility (HRPF) utilizing the repaired Rotary Crop Shear (RCS).

SIJ group establishes competency center

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The SIJ Group has united the competencies of its Development Departments in Acroni, Metal Ravne and Elektrode with the knowledge of the Institute of Metals and Technology (IMT) and the Department of Materials and Metallurgy (OMM) at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering (NTF).

HFT introduces PurgExtra tube

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Inert gas purging is vital when welding metal tubes made from titanium, as well as ultra-high purity stainless steel joints and just as important when welding those less critical stainless steel and copper nickel pipe joints, in order to achieve non-oxidized, zero color welds. PurgExtra™ is the latest weld purging product released by Huntingdon Fusion Techniques HFT® for the purging of tube and pipe joints from 1 to 24” diameter.

Outokumpu delivers 245 tons of duplex

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Outokumpu has delivered one of the largest orders of 245 tons of Forta LDX 2101 lean duplex stainless steel for the construction of three big oil storage tanks at the Antwerp harbor in Belgium.

ENEC completes installation of Unit 2 steam generators

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newsitemThe ENEC has announced the successful installation of its Unit 2 SGs at Barakah. In a pressurized water reactor, the steam generator acts as a heat exchanger where the water carrying the heat generated from the nuclear reaction is used to turn demineralized water into steam.
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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.

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