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The Workhorse Behind the World’s Hottest Engines
At its core, Nimonic 90 is a superalloy – used for very specific tasks when it comes to aviation. The actual formula for the alloy is about 60% nickel, 20% chromium, and smaller percentages of cobalt, titanium, and aluminium. It is the combination of all of these that gives the alloy its rather impressive…
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Meeting the Increased Need for Marine-Grade Nickel Alloys
As the UK diversifies its wind generation portfolio and more activities take place in marine infrastructure, we have had more inquiries for corrosion-resistant nickel alloys. We have enlarged our stock of nickel-copper alloys due to the increased demand for nickel-copper alloys for offshore installations and seawater applications. If you are engaged in marine and…
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Why UK’s Manufacturers are Arriving to Titanium
In the last couple of months, more and more manufacturers are beginning to use titanium as an alternative to heavier metals. Its primary reason is its strength-to-weight ratios. This is particularly important for companies trying to raise their efficiencies and for those with more restrictive weight requirements. We have been collaborating with customers from…