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While duplex stainless steels are the ideal material of choice for process equipment in the chemical process industries, care must be taken during specification, fabrication and storage. The next three issues of Stainless Steel World will present case studies conducted by Dr. Elayaperumal which illustrate the importance of these steps to be able to take advantage of the properties of duplexes in service.

Castolin Eutectic introduced two new PTA equipment models to the production line, the new Modular Oscillating System 2.0 (MOS) and new induction heating system.

Sandvik has announced the appointment of Johan Salwén as a technical marketing specialist for the EMEA region. Johan will be based at Sandvik’s sales office in Kista, Sweden.

Duplex is increasingly being specified for the construction of industrial tanks. Recently the Dutch fabricator Gpi constructed a 7300m3 capacity duplex tank designed to EN 14015, the European norm for flat-bottomed tanks.

London-based private equity firm Blue Water Energy announces the acquisition of Pipeline Technique Limited (“PTLâ€?), a leading provider of high-end pipeline welding, field joint coating, and spoolbase services to the energy industry, from Heerema Marine Contractors (“HMCâ€?) for an undisclosed consideration.

World-leading aerospace innovators, Kaman UK, have invested over £1m in a new chemical treatment line which will deliver surface treatment techniques to the aerospace industry.

Bilfinger has been commissioned by lubricant manufacturer FUCHS to install modern production equipment and piping systems at its new blending plant in Haninge near Stockholm.

AMETEK SMP Superior Tube, a leading manufacturer of small diameter precision metal tubing for the aerospace and defense industries as well as other sectors, has announced two successful reaccreditations from Nadcap, formerly known as the National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program.

Wall Colmonoy Aerobraze Oklahoma City is pleased to announce FAA-PMA approval for Nicrocraft™ Cirrus® SR22 Heat Exchanger and Muffler.

Xiris has announced the establishment of a web page designed for weld educators. This web page highlights the proven benefits of using Xiris’ Weld Cameras in the classroom, providing educators with access to all of Xiris’ relevant resources including whitepapers and the weld video library with over 300 videos.