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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.

Nickel surplus in 2008

Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd expects a global surplus in nickel in 2008 of 26,000tns, citing a slow recovery in stainless steel demand.

Victory set to acquire Independent

Victory Nickel, based in Toronto, Canada, has made an unsolicited offer for all the outstanding common shares of Independent Nickel, based in Sudbury, Canada.

Arctic council workshop

On 1 September an international workshop devoted to prevention and management of emergencies in the Arctic region including environmental emergencies was held in Dudinka, Russia.

Stainless sales drop in USA

An Outokumpu survey reports that the sales volume of stainless steel in the US in the first season of 2008 has dropped by 12.5% from the last quarter of 2007 due to weak demand in the global market.

Indonesia: iron ore plants

Three new iron ore plants will be set up by Meratus Jaya Inc., Semeru Surya Inc., and Steel and Mandan Steel Inc. with a total investment of USD 300 million to meet increasing global demand for the product.

Lightweight trailing shield

Huntingdon Fusion Techniques Ltd has introduced a lightweight trailing shield to keep welds clean while welding. These trailing shields are suitable for cases where piping, pipe work and sheet metal structures are fabricated from stainless steels, reactive alloys, nickel alloys, nimonics and titanium

Celtic Minerals sample nickel boulders

Diamond drilling by Celtic Minerals Ltd continues on the Kingurutik River claim block in the Voisey’s Bay nickel district, northern Labrador, Canada.

Langley Alloys divests

Langley Alloys Ltd (Trent, UK) has divested its bronze alloy castings business, Meighs Castings, to MetalTek International Inc., whose HQ is in Wisconsin, USA.

Plymouth Tube supplies NASA

Four-time shuttle astronaut and United Space Alliance COO, Dan Brandenstein, visited Plymouth Tube Company's Trent Mill in recognition for the AL-6XN tubing provided for NASA's Constellation program.

Norislk Nickel appoints

Alexander Popov has been appointed First Deputy General Director of OJSC MMC Norilsk Nickel.


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.