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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 reaches record highs

On 25 January 2007 nickel broke its previous record during London Metal Exchange’s ring trading as available stocks in exchange warehouses plummeted once more and concerns about supply grew.

Xstrata union approves strike mandate

Unionized workers at Xstrata PLC's nickel operations in Sudbury Ontario, Canada voted 98% in favour of a strike if a new labour agreement can't be reached by the end of the month.

Price hike for 300 series SS

POSCO will raise the prices of its 300 grade hot rolled stainless steel products by KRW 200,000pt to KRW 3.71 million per tonne for February shipments.

ATI to expand

Titanium CatalogSteel maker Allegheny Technologies Inc. (ATI) said it plans to spend USD 215 million over three years to expand its steel processing capabilities to meet growing demand from the aerospace, defence and other industries.

Nippon raises SS price again

Nippon Steel & Sumikin Stainless Corp. (NSSSC) says it has raised cold rolled stainless sheet prices for the thirteenth straight month because of higher nickel costs.

Outokumpu to modernize flash smelter

Outokumpu Technology Oyj has signed a contract with nickel and PGM (Platinum Group Metals) producer MMC Norilsk Nickel for the modernization of a flash smelting production line at Nadezhda metallurgical plant in Norilsk, Russia.

Duplex LDX 2101® for flour silos

Spain is witnessing the construction of pioneering silos for human wheat flour: the silo builders not only go for stainless steel but opt for Outokumpu’s Duplex LDX 2101® as the grade.

Nickel deficit in January to October 2006

The Nickel market has recorded a deficit of 95kt in the first ten months of 2006 with reported stocks some 32kt lower.

SS outlook strong

Germany-based steel company ThyssenKrupp, while delivering the financial results, has given an upbeat assessment of the outlook for the stainless steel sector in its full year.

Sandvik buys Metso Powdermet AB

Swedem-based steelmaker Sandvik has reached an agreement to buy powder metallurgy specialist Metso Powdermet AB from the Finnish Metso Oy group.


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.