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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.

Russia implements duty on some stainless

Russia has implemented a three year, anti dumping import duty on various flat rolled steel from South Africa, Korea, Brazil and China. The duties will apply to flat rolled steel containing 2.5% of nickel or more.

Xstrata to launch Koniambo nickel plant

Xstrata is on schedule to open its Koniambo nickel plant located in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia for 2012.

Queensland gives 10 million in Xmas bonuses

Over 800 employees of Queensland Nickel received AUD 10 million worth of Christmas bonuses from their boss, Mr. Clive Palmer.

Avesta’s duplex welding electrode

Avesta Welding has expanded its line of duplex products with the LDX 2101-4D, a covered electrode specifically designed for welding LDX 2101® thin walled pipes.

Nickel gets EU Ecolabel

Nickel in stainless steel will not be subject to the hazardous substances requirements of the new European Union Ecolabel Board Regulation.

Car industry demands more stainless

The car industry’s increasing demand for ferritic grades of stainless steel has resulted in a marked rise in the global growth of non-austenitic grades in the usage of stainless steels.

Korab stumbles upon nickel

Korab announced the discovery of nickel at their Batchelor project site in Rum Jungle, Northern Territory.

Niger Uranium invests in Nickel

Niger Uranium Limited will invest ZAR 25 million for nickel exploration in South Africa and Zimbabwe in order to garner substantial, low grade but lucrative, open-pittable sulphide nickel mineralization.

Sandmeyer now certified nuclear

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers has awarded Sandmeyer Steel Company a Quality System Certificate for Nuclear Material Organizations.

Sumitomo Metals receives awards

Sumitomo Metal Industries, Ltd. (Sumitomo Metals) and Sumitomo Metals (Naoetsu), Ltd. (Sumikin Noaetsu) have received the 33rd Technical Development Awards from the Japan Institute of Metals for two accomplishments.


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.