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Preventing Chloride Stress Corrosion Cracking in 316 Stainless Steel Tubing
2025/09/22Preventing Chloride Stress Corrosion Cracking in 316 Stainless Steel Tubing Chloride Stress Corrosion Cracking (CISCC) is the primary failure mode for 316 stainless steel tubing in environments containing chlorides, such as coastal areas, chemical...
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The Top 5 Pitfalls in Sourcing Duplex Steel Pipes Internationally (And How to Avoid Them)
2025/09/19The Top 5 Pitfalls in Sourcing Duplex Steel Pipes Internationally (And How to Avoid Them) Sourcing duplex stainless steel pipes internationally can be a strategic move for cost savings and accessing specialized manufacturers. However, the complex ...
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Hastelloy C-276 Fittings: Are They Worth the Investment for Your Chemical Processing Plant?
2025/09/18Hastelloy C-276 Fittings: Are They Worth the Investment for Your Chemical Processing Plant? In the high-stakes environment of a chemical processing plant, the choice of materials isn't an academic exercise—it's a direct decision impacting profi...
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Solving Common Welding Cracks in Nickel Alloy Pipes: A Practical Guide
2025/09/17Solving Common Welding Cracks in Nickel Alloy Pipes: A Practical Guide Welding nickel alloy pipes, such as those made from Alloy 625, C-276, 400, or 600, is a critical task in industries from chemical processing to offshore oil and gas. These alloys ...
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Food Grade Stainless Steel: Beyond 316L - Surface Finish, Cleanability, and Compliance with FDA & EU Regulations
2025/07/31Food Grade Stainless Steel: Beyond 316L - Surface Finish, Cleanability, and Compliance with FDA & EU Regulations Selecting the right material for food contact surfaces is a critical decision that impacts safety, cleanliness, operational efficienc...
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Optimizing Plasma Cutting of Thick Duplex Steel: Parameters for Square Edges and Minimal HAZ
2025/07/30Optimizing Plasma Cutting of Thick Duplex Steel: Parameters for Square Edges and Minimal HAZ Plasma cutting is the go-to process for slicing through thick plate quickly and efficiently. But when your material is high-value, corrosion-resistant duplex...
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Achieving Consistent MIG Welding Color on Stainless Steel: The Role of Gas Mixtures and Flow Rates
2025/07/29Achieving Consistent MIG Welding Color on Stainless Steel: The Role of Gas Mixtures and Flow Rates For anyone fabricating with stainless steel, the final weld isn't just about strength and penetration. It's about aesthetics and corrosion resistance. ...
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Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS): The Role of Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steels in a Emerging Industry
2025/07/28Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS): The Role of Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steels in an Emerging Industry The race to decarbonize our economy has placed Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) at the forefront of climate technology. The concept is stra...
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The Hydrogen Economy: Mapping Stainless Steel Grades to Different Parts of the Value Chain
2025/07/25The Hydrogen Economy: Mapping Stainless Steel Grades to Different Parts of the Value Chain The transition to a low-carbon future is accelerating, and hydrogen is poised to play a pivotal role. However, hydrogen presents a unique challenge: it's a not...
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Biocompatibility of Stainless Steels for Medical Implants: Understanding ISO 5832 and ASTM F138 Standards
2025/07/24Biocompatibility of Stainless Steels for Medical Implants: Understanding ISO 5832 and ASTM F138 Standards For engineers, sourcing managers, and regulatory professionals in the medical device industry, selecting the right material for an implant is ...