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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.

Super austenitic stainless steel 904L

Taiyuan Iron and Steel Co. has successfully smelted super austenitic stainless steel 904L, which is widely used in wastewater treatment, chemical industry, paper and other manufacturing industries.

Jacquet expands

Jacquet Mid Atlantic Inc., a stainless and nickel alloy plate distributor and subsidiary of Jacquet Metals SA, has added a West Coast service center located in Irvine, California.

New Norilsk Nickel website

MMC Norilsk Nickel has launched its new corporate website www.norilsknickel.ru/en (or www.nornik.ru/en).

Quality Stainless tubes

Quality Stainless (India) (QSPL) is an integrated manufacturer of welded stainless steel tubes/pipes from its own cold rolled stainless steel coils.

Lower nickel usage

Due to the increase in the price of nickel, the stainless steel industry is trying to cut nickel usage in its production process.

Duplex LNG road tankers

Spain-based INDOX has switched to duplex LDX 2101® in the outer hulls of tankers used to transport LNG.

Ferritic stainless price forecast

According to UK-based MEPS the rising cost of ferrochrome is pushing transaction prices for ferritic grades ever upwards and the MEPS North American and Asian average transaction values for type 430 cold rolled coil are at all time highs as of March 2008.

RathGibson acquires

RathGibson, a manufacturer of welded, welded and drawn, and seamless stainless steel, nickel, and titanium tubing, has announced the acquisition of Mid-South Control Line Inc. (MSCL).

Stainless consumption in India to increase

Stainless steel consumption in India will rise by at least 140,000tns over the next one year or so after the railway minister announced plans to build new freight wagons and passenger coaches from the metal.

Worldwide alloys distributor

Hart bv has been a distributor of heat & corrosion resistant materials for over 40 years, supplying nickel, Monel ®, Incoloy ®, Hastelloy ®, and titanium alloys globally to the chemical, petrochemical and offshore industries.


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.