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What is Titanium?

Titanium is a chemical element with the symbol Ti and atomic number 22. It is a lustrous transition metal known for its high strength, low density, and corrosion resistance. It is widely used in various industries, including aerospace, medicine, and sports equipment, due to its exceptional properties.

Titanium vs stainless steel?

Titanium and stainless steel are both popular materials, but they have distinct characteristics. Titanium is significantly lighter than stainless steel, has higher strength-to-weight ratio, and excellent corrosion resistance. Stainless steel, on the other hand, is heavier, has better hardness, and can withstand higher temperatures. The choice between the two depends on specific requirements like weight, strength, and environmental conditions.

Varzene Metal, strategic production facility

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newsitemWith an investment of nearly EUR 5 million, Varzene Metal has constructed a facility making cold drawing process in stainless steel, titanium and special alloy steel in Turkey.

Raytheon apprentice wins UK award

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newsitemRaytheon Professional Services LLC (RPS), a subsidiary of Raytheon Company, announced that Michael Ross, a graduate of the automotive apprenticeship program run by RPS for Vauxhall Motors, was recognized for his outstanding achievements in the IMI Awards, the U.K.

Iron ore & titanium deposits in Tete province

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Iron ore and titanium deposits with estimated reserves of 5 million tons have been found and inventoried during prospecting activities carried out by the Mozambican Ministry for Mining Resources in Tete province.

PacificOre reveals plan for Lac Dore project

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PacificOre Mining Corp announced an outline of the first planned drill program on the Lac Dore vanadium-iron-titanium project, which has now been presented by the company's geological consultants. The Lac Dore project consists of 42 contiguous mineral claims covering an area of 1.

KMP to acquire TGP and 50% of El Paso NG

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Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. will acquire 100% Tennessee Gas Pipeline (TGP) and a 50% interest in El Paso Natural Gas (EPNG) pipeline from Kinder Morgan, Inc.

Technip snags substantial UK North Sea contract

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newsitemTechnip was awarded by Ithaca Energy (UK) Ltd an EPIC subsea contract for the Greater Stella Area (GSA) development, located 280km East-Southeast of Aberdeen, Scotland at a water depth of approximately 90m.

Odfjell orders four new buildings

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newsitemOdfjell has signed a ship building contract with Hyundai Mipo Dockyard., Ltd for construction of four chemical tankers of 46,000 DWT design draft with 22 coated cargo tanks.

Upper Zakum field contract goes to Technip-NPCC

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newsitemTechnip, in a consortium with National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC), was awarded by Zakum Development Company (ZADCO) a lump sum engineering, procurement, fabrication, installation, commissioning and start-up contract for the Upper Zakum 750K Project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Gibbs Wire & Steel launches website

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newsitemGibbs Wire & Steel Co. has launched its new website, www.gibbswire.com. Gibbs incorporates a network of metal service centers, strategically located throughout the U.S., Mexico and Canada, and is ISO 9001:2008 certified.

BG Group approves USD 4.5B of FPSO contracts

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 Gas major BG Group announced that it and its partners have approved contracts worth a total of USD 4.5 billion for FPSO facilities connected to Santos Basin pre-salt projects in blocks BM-S-9 and BM-S-11, offshore Brazil.
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How does titanium compare with stainless steels?

Titanium and stainless steel are commonly used metals, but they have notable differences. Titanium is much lighter than stainless steel, with a density about half that of steel. Titanium also boasts a higher strength-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for applications where weight reduction is critical, such as aerospace components. It exhibits excellent corrosion resistance, even in harsh environments, while stainless steel can corrode under certain conditions. However, stainless steel generally surpasses titanium in terms of hardness, durability, and the ability to withstand higher temperatures. Stainless steel offers a wider range of options, including different grades with varying corrosion resistance and strength characteristics. The choice between titanium and stainless steel depends on specific requirements such as weight, strength, corrosion resistance, and operating conditions.

Applications for Titanium

Titanium’s exceptional properties make it suitable for various applications. It is extensively used in the aerospace industry for aircraft components, including airframes, engine parts, and landing gears. Its corrosion resistance and biocompatibility make it valuable for medical implants, such as joint replacements and dental implants. Titanium is also employed in sports equipment, eyewear frames, high-performance bicycles, and automotive components. Its non-magnetic nature finds applications in sensitive electronic devices. Additionally, it is used in chemical processing, desalination plants, and marine environments due to its resistance to corrosion.

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