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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.

Siemens to supply tandem cold mill to Beihai Cheng

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Siemens Metals Technologies will be supply a Power X-HI type, five-stand, continuous tandem cold rolling mill and a heavy laser welding to Beihai Chengde Stainless Steel (Beihai Chengde), China, for the Beihai plant in Guangxi Province.

ThyssenKrupp acquires BenMet NY’s trading business

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ThyssenKrupp Metallurgical Products GmbH, Essen, has acquired the business of metal commodity trading company BenMet NY, headquartered in New York. The companies have agreed not to disclose the purchase price.

Aiken appointed Nickel Institute President

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newsitem The Nickel Institute has announced the appointment of Mr Tim Aiken as President. Aiken brings with him career-­‐long experience at Nickel Institute member company Anglo Platinum. “As a former Chair of the Board of the Nickel Institute, Tim brings a deep understanding of the nickel Industry and its stakeholders as well as the Institute's membership,” said Mr Glenn Kellow, Chairman, Nickel Institute.

Italfond S.p.A. acquires certification

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newsitem Italfond S.p.A., a mill located in Bagnolo Mella (Northern Italy) specialised in the production of stainless steel and Nickel-based alloys, was certified as a Material Organization manufacturing ferrous and non-ferrous material - including approval and control of suppliers - in accordance with the applicable rules of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section III Division 1 and 3, which establishes the rules governing design, fabrication, and inspection of boilers & pressure vessels during manufacture and assembly. For further information, please visit the company website www.italfond.it or email Italfond S.p.A.

Corrotherm opens Asia-Pacific office

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Nickel alloy specialists Corrotherm International have expanded their global reach further with the recent opening of a new office in Perth, Australia. This is the fourth branch that has been set up by the company in the past twelve months.

TKC Steel diversifies into pig iron production

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TKC Steel has disclosed to the Philippine Stock Exchange that its decision to produce nickel pig iron was made to address the power supply shortage in Mindanao that limited Treasure Steel’s electric arc furnace facilities from producing steel billets.

Outokumpu conducts a strategic review of its VDM u

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Outokumpu has started a strategic review of its high performance alloys or VDM business unit. During this review, Outokumpu will evaluate strategic options for VDM and consider how best to drive continued growth and profitability for the business, within or outside of Outokumpu.

Sandvik launches new wire

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Sandvik’s new wire, Safeni 52, has a new level of feedability that contributes to higher throughput with less downtime and material characteristics that are for manufacturers of reed switches seeking well-engineered wire with good feedability and no supply chain issues.

Metcar offers Grade M-312 nickel chrome

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newsitemMetallized Carbon Corporation, a global leader in the manufacture of oil-free, self-lubricating, carbon graphite materials for severe service lubrication applications, announced the availability of the Grade M 312 nickel chrome impregnated, carbon graphite material. This material is ideal for use in sleeve bearings for power plant boiler feed pumps, where the extreme conditions require high corrosion resistance.

Jindal Stainless Limited signs MoU with POSCO

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Jindal Stainless Limited, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with South Korean steel company POSCO, for long-term joint business opportunities. The MOU is applicable for 3 years and can be extended by mutual agreement.
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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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