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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.

St.George Mining and BHP form agreement

St George Mining Limited has signed an agreement that will give BHP Billiton Limited (BHP)  rights to nickel on a property in Western Australia in exchange for funding exploration work. The deal gives BHP a 2 year option over nickel rights at nine tenements covering approximately 498sq/km at the East Laverton property, 200km northeast of Kalgoorlie

New nickel plant in Philippines

Nickel Asia Corporation (NAC), together with its partners including Sumitomo Metal Mining (SMM), will invest USD 1.4 billion to build a second nickel plant in the Philippines. Construction is currently underway and the new plant will start production in mid 2013. NAC has a 22.5% stake in the new project, while SMM has a 55% stake.

TISCO raises stainless export prices

China's Taiyuan Iron & Steel Group has increased the export prices of its stainless steel products for the South Korean market. The cost of 304 series stainless steel has increased by USD 50 per tonne and the cost of 430 series cold rolled stainless steel has increased by USD 30 per tonne. 

WISCO to commence drilling in Madagascar

Wuhan Iron & Steel Co (WISCO) intends to begin exploratory drilling for iron ore in Madagascar's Soalala region by the end of May 2011. WISCO Madagascar, one of several firms eager to develop the Indian Ocean Island’s mineral resources, paid USD 100 million for exploration permits in 2010. The construction phase will last four years and the actual operation should commence in five years.

US Steel inks deal with Lambda

US Steel Corporation’s tubular products subsidiary, US Steel Tubular Products Inc, has entered into an agreement with Surface Enhancement Technologies, part of Lambda Technologies Group, to improve the quality of its tubular steel products. As per the agreement, US Steel has received an exclusive permit by SET to use its patented low plasticity burnishing technology

Vale shareholders nominate new CEO

Vale’s controlling shareholders have nominated one of its former executive directors, Murilo Pinto de Oliveira Ferreira, as president of the company, replacing the current CEO Roger Agnelli. The nomination is subject to approval of Vale's board of directors. Murilo Ferreira joined Vale in 1998

TITAN opens new facilities in India

TITAN Metal Fabricators has opened a wholly-owned production subsidiary in India. TITAN Metal Fabricators India is TITAN’s first expansion outside of the United States. This new operation includes manufacturing facilities in Mathura, 90mi south of New Delhi

Amsterdam hosts the 2011 Gastech

The Gastech show – where the commercial and technical worlds meet – has just concluded in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Check our video interviews!

Electralloy to increase prices

Electralloy will increase their prices on stainless grades and specialty and nickel alloy mill products. Mill products include the forms of all remelted products, in addition to billet, master alloy, and specialty nickel bar. The cost of selected air melted and all remelted stainless grades

Baosteel to build stainless base at Luoyuan Bay

The government of Fujian in China has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Baosteel to construct a new stainless steel production base called Baosteel Desheng Stainless Steel Co., Ltd in Luoyuan Bay. The project will be executed in collaboration with private sector enterprise Desheng Nickel Co. Ltd.


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.