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Our dedicated news department gathers news and press releases from around the world to bring our community the latest developments in the stainless steel industry. Here you can find news involving the people and companies involved in the manufacturer, supply and use of corrosion resistant alloys (CRAs).
Topics such as tubes & pipes, cladding, offshore, chemical process industry, welding & fabrication, 13Cr stainless steels, titanium, nickel alloys, pulp & paper and duplex stainless steels are covered as well as interviews with materials specialists, manufacturer and end users alike.
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Nippon Steel and Anglo American Sign a Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Decarbonization Solutions

Nippon Steel Corporation and Anglo American PLC have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly deliberate and discuss solutions for accelerating the transition toward the carbon neutral steelmaking, including the reduction of CO2 emissions, through the optimal use of Anglo American iron ore.

Sandvik Completes The Acquisition Of US Based Custom Tooling Manufacturer Peterson Tool Company

Sandvik has completed the previously announced acquisition of the assets of US based company Peterson Tool Company, Inc., (“PTC”) a leading supplier of machine-specific custom insert tooling solutions. The product offering includes custom carbide form inserts for high production turning and grooving applications, primarily within the general engineering and automotive segments. The company will be reported in the GWS Tool business unit in Walter, a division within the business area Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions.

Schoeller Werk Expands Its Product Portfolio

Schoeller Werk, one of the world's leading manufacturers of longitudinally welded stainless-steel tubes, is introducing a new product, which is truly an innovation: tubes made of Alloy 825 CTP/2.4861.  The new VDM  material Alloy 825 CTP/2.4861 is a fully austenitic nickel-iron-chromium alloy with additions of molybdenum and copper.

Leeco Steel Adds Space In Canada

Leeco Steel, the largest supplier of steel plate in North America, completed an expansion to its Canadian distribution center on July 1, 2022.

Harris Products Group Names New Director of Sales for North America

Dave Thayer has been promoted to Director North America Sales at The Harris Products Group. Thayer previously was Regional Sales Manager–West for parent company Lincoln Electric, where he worked for more than 25 years.    

Failure Analysis of a 304L Stainless Steel Pipe in Heated Ammonium Nitrate Service Downstream...

A leak was discovered at a Nitrate plant on a 3.5” outer diameter (OD) stainless steel (SS) pipe carrying Ammonium Nitrate (AN). High readings on the steam conductivity monitoring program triggered an investigation, which resulted in finding that AN leaked into the steam jacket.

Benteler To Sell Its Steel Tube Plant In Shreveport/Louisiana (USA) To Tenaris

The BENTELER Group is selling its steel tube plant in Shreveport, USA, to Tenaris. The sale is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to be completed by the end of 2022. Tenaris is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of steel pipe products and related services for the world’s energy industry and other industrial applications.

Majestic Steel USA Acquires Quicken Steel and Mercury Transport

Majestic Steel USA, Inc., a leading provider of supply chain solutions and prime flat-rolled steel products across North America, has completed two strategic acquisitions in manufacturing and logistics.

Cwc-S Cobot Welding Cell- Generate Sustainable Profits, Even For SMES

The CWC-S offers a high level of flexibility for welding different components, thus providing the ideal conditions for cost-effective welding.

Air Actuated Sanitary Butterfly Valve- All Stainless

Valworx all-stainless air actuated sanitary butterfly valves are typically used for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care and pet care applications where 3-A sanitary construction is required, as well as for utility, process and corrosive environment applications where quick clamp applications are needed. Available with spring return or double-acting stainless pneumatic actuators.