Outokumpu, a global powerhouse in the stainless steel sector, has its roots in Finland but has significantly expanded its reach, including a notable presence in Germany. This company is acclaimed for its sophisticated production techniques and a steadfast dedication to delivering high-quality products.
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Outokumpu in the Middle East
Outokumpu and Armetal, a Saudi Arabian manufacturer of architectural stainless steel, have agreed to form a 51/49 stainless steel tubular Joint Venture.
Stainless center expanded
In order to improve service to French stainless steel customers, and in line with the strategy to increase sales to end-users and project customers, Outokumpu will expand its stock and processing capability in France.
Sandmeyer adds LDX 2101®
Sandmeyer Steel Co. has added LDX 2101® (UNS-S-32101, EN1.4162) to its extensive line of corrosion resistant stainless steel and nickel alloy plate and plate products.
Special stainless increase
Outokumpu’s Board of Directors has approved a major investment to start the production of high-quality ultra-clean ferritic stainless steel grades, as well as bright annealed austenitic and ferritic stainless steel products in Tornio, Finland, to increase the share of direct end-user and project sales and to expand the value-added special stainless steel products capacity.
Duplex plate heat exchangers
Gansu Lanke Petrochemical Equipment (Lanke), has successfully replaced conventional austenitic stainless steel of type 316L (1.4404) in plate air-cooler and plate shell heat exchangers with duplex 2205 (1.4462) from Outokumpu.
LDX 2101® for road tankers
Three separate fabricators in Italy make road tankers for bitumen and other loads using Outokumpu’s duplex grade LDX 2101®.