Applications

Stainless steels are a suitable materials for many applications where both the strength of steel and corrosion resistance are required. It is resistant to corrosion, staining and stainless steel can be rolled into sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing for a variety of applications. Below you can find news on the application of stainless steels in a broad variety of industries, such as architecture, oil and gas, shipbuilding and heat exchangers. If you wish to include your newsrelease on Stainless Steel World Americas and email newsletter, please feel free to contact us.

New positioning shaft collars in stainless steel

Massachusetts-based Stafford Manufacturing, a manufacturer of shaft collars, rigid shaft couplings and problem-solving mechanical components, has announced a new self-locating feature for their line of shaft collars.

ISSF announces winners of new applications

The International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF) a non-profit research organisation, has announced the winners of the Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards in the categories New Technology and New Development during ISSF-21.

Norsk Titanium receives significant investment

Norsk Titanium, a supplier of aerospace-grade, additive manufactured, structural titanium components, has announced it has received a significant investment from Triangle Holdings, affiliates of Fortress Investment Group.

Asco develops stainless steel encapsulated coil

Asco, whose headquarters are located in New Jersey, has expanded the 364 and 362/562 series to include dual approved - ATEX/ IECEx and UL & CSA certified - stainless steel encapsulated coil.

TRIM MicroSol 590XT receives Bombardier approval

Master Fluid Solutions recently announced that TRIM® MicroSol® 590XT has received Bombardier approval in usage areas A, C, & D.

New stainless valves from Bonomi North America

Bonomi North America is introducing a new line of automation-ready full-port three-piece ball valves for high temperature and pressure industrial applications where safety is a primary concern.

Sandvik establishes a new development center

Sandvik, a developer and manufacturer of products in advanced stainless steels and special alloys, with locations throughout the Americas, has established a global rock drill competence and development center at its site in Tampere, Finland.

New enclosure promotes safety & productivity

Safety and productivity are always top concerns for companies working in harsh and hazardous environments. The new EA (Easy Access) range of enclosures from Hawke International, which has locations throughout the Americas, has introduced a radical sloping design that aims to make installation safe and easy and simplify inspection.

AK Steel receives $1.8 M award from DOE

AK Steel, which is headquartered in West Chester, Ohio, recently announced that it has accepted an award of up to USD $1.

AutomationDirect adds new solenoid valves

Georgia-based AutomationDirect’s family of potable water components (valves, regulators, fittings, tubing and hoses) now includes potable water solenoid valves.