Stainless Steel for a Sustainable Future

Stainless Steel contributes to a sustainable world in areas ranging from transport, healthcare, wate...

Stainless Steel reinforcement bar - The sustainable cost effective choice for concrete infrastructure - European version

Stainless Steel reinforcement bar - The sustainable cost effective choice for concrete infrastructur...

Stainless Steel reinforcement bar - The sustainable cost effective choice for concrete infrastructure - North American version

Stainless Steel reinforcement bar - The sustainable cost effective choice for concrete infrastructur...

Stainless steel selection to avoid corrosion

Discover how stainless steel can enhance your sustainable construction practices and improve corrosi...

Stainless steel for sustainable design

Webinar co-hosted with IMOA

Stainless Steel Infrastructure: a lifetime of savings

The properties of nickel-containing stainless steel make it a cost effective choice of material for ...

Guidelines for the Welded Fabrication of Nickel Stainless Steels for Corrosion Resistant Service (11007)

Welding guidelines for stainless steels in chemical, dairy, food, architectural, biotechnology equip...

Application for stainless steel in the water industry

The purpose of this Information and Guidance Note is to help plant designers and operators to recogn...

Stainless Steel Railcars Reduce Weight Save Energy (14025)

Excerpt from NiDI Review Series 13 006. Shows the car body's parts of high-strength stainless steel.

A Practical Guide to Duplex Stainless Steels (10044)

Summary of different characteristics and uses of duplex stainless steels,

Practical Guidelines for the Fabrication of Austenitic Stainless Steels

This book provides information on the properties, performance and fabrication of the whole range of ...

Corrugated Stainless Steel Service Pipe

Water is a fundamental human need. Learn more on how Corrugated Stainless Steel Pipes are part of th...

Corrugated Stainless Steel Service Pipe

Water is a fundamental human need. Learn more on how Corrugated Stainless Steel Pipes are part of th...

Life cycle cost comparison between stainless steel and polyethylene drinking water service pipe

The Nickel Institute made a presentation at the 2022 Prague Water Loss Conference by IWA, the Intern...

Stainless Steel World Asia Conference & Expo

Join us at Stainless steel World Asia on 26-27th October 2022, and enjoy unparalleled opportunities ...

Causes for porosity in stainless steel castings

Webinar organised by the Indonesia Stainless Steel Development Association (Perkumpulan Pengembangan...

Safe Food Preparation using Stainless Steel

An independent report, commissioned by Team Stainless, confirms the continuing safety of using stain...

Safe Food Preparation using Stainless Steel

An independent report, commissioned by Team Stainless, confirms the continuing safety of using stain...

Stainless Steel: A waste-to-Energy Plant in Melbourne, Australia

Eight stainless steel tanks were constructed as part of a new waste to energy plant in Wollert, a Me...

Stainless Steel: The Queensway tunnel in England

Nearly 400 tonnes of nickel-containing stainless steel were used for the framework supporting a new ...

Role of Stainless Steels in Desalination (9029)

A state-of-the-art report on the use of stainless steel in distillation-type desalination plants

Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steels - Engineering properties at Elevated Temperatures (2980)

Austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steels – Engineering Properties at Elevated Temperatures No. 29...

Stainless Steels for Machining (9011)

Provides a comprehensive discussion of stainless steels for machining applications

Stainless Steels for Chemical Process Equipment (14038)

Practical guidance on ten issues most often raised on stainless steels in process equipment applicat...

Preventing Stress-Corrosion Cracking of Austenitic Stainless Steels in Chemical Plants (10066)

This report discusses stress corrosion cracking, SCC, that occurs with stainless steels in chemical ...

Stainless Steels: An Introduction to Their Metallurgy and Corrosion Resistance (14056)

The structure and properties of stainless steel alloys are reviewed

The Successful use of Austenitic Stainless Steels in Seawater (1259)

Austenitic stainless steels are providing excellent troublefree service in seawater for pumps, prope...

Effectiveness of Sanitation with Quaternary Ammonium Compound or Chlorine on Stainless Steel & Other Domestic Food-Preparation Surfaces (10079)

1996 study on the effectiveness of sanitation with quaternary ammonium compound or chlorine on stain...

Cold Forming Stainless Steel Bar and Wire (9019)

Describes amny processes used for cold forming stainless steel bar and wire

Discussion of Stainless Steels for Suface Condensers and Feedwater Heater Tubing (9030)

Describes the reasons behind the rapid growth of stainless steels for condenser and feedwater tubing...

Types 304 and 304L Stainless Steels for Low Temperature Service (328)

Basic data sheet containing mechanical and physical properties of Types 304 and 304L stainless steel...

Stainless Steels in Ammonia Production (9013)

Selection of stainless steels from process equipment in ammonia production plants. Illustrates a typ...

Stainless Steel for Bulk Materials Handling (9025)

Illustrates some of the equipment frequently constructed of stainless steel, and discusses factors t...

High-Performance Stainless Steels (11021)

Family of stainless steels with superior corrosion resistance in aggressive environments.

Purity of Food Cooked in Stainless Steel Utensils (14039)

the contribution made by 19%Cr/9%Ni stainless steel cooking utensils to chromium and nickel in the d...

Stainless Steels for Evaporators and Concentrators (9026)

Describes how and where stainless steels are being used to assure long, trouble-free service in the ...

Stainless Steel Plumbing (11019)

Nature of stainless steel, corrosion resistance, disinfection, tubing standards, etc.

Materials for Cryogenic Service - Engineering Properties of Austenitic Stainless Steels (4368)

Presents data on the composition, mechanical and physical properties of austenitic stainless steels ...

Use of Nickel Stainless Steels and Nickel Alloys in Flue Gas Desulphurization Systems in the U.S.A (10024)

Performance of nickel-containing stainless steels and higher nickel alloys in flue gas desulphurizat...

Design Guidelines for the Selection and Use of Stainless Steels (9014)

Helps designers better understand the large family of corrosion-resistant stainless steels

Machining the Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steels (1130)

Discusses several grades of wrought nickel-containing, austenitic stainless steels

Stainless Steel Piping (14044)

Behavior of stainless steel used with raw, chlorinated, and finished water.

Piping Manual for Stainless Steel Pipes for Buildings (12008)

Japan Stainless Steel Association (JSSA) : proper design and construction of stainless steel piping ...

Corrosion Resistance of the Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steels in Chemical Environments (2828)

Corrosion resistance of AISI standard austenitic stainless steels to a wide range of substances, wit...

Fabrication & Metallurgical Experience in Stainless Steel Process Vessels Exposed to Corrosive Aqueous Environments (10026)

Shows variety of conditions in fabricated austenitic stainless steel equipment, having resulted in u...

Test Techniques for Pitting and Crevice Corrosion Resistance of Stainless Steel and Nickel-Base Alloys in Chloride-Containing Environments (10016)

Test methods for determining the resistance of stainless steels and related alloys to pitting and cr...

Stainless Steel for Potable Water Treatment Plants (10087)

Corrosion behavior of stainless steel in potable water.

Stainless Steels for Pumps Valves and Fittings (9008)

Gives an overview of the role of stainless steels in equipment used for moving and controlling fluid...

The Resistance of Stainless Steel, Partly Embedded in Concrete, to Corrosion by Seawater (10022)

Reprinted from Magazine of Concrete Research, Mar 1988. Corrosion resistance of AISI 316 stainless s...

Fabricating Stainless Steels for the Water Industry: Guidelines for Achieving Top Performance (11026)

Stainless steel fabrication practices and behaviour when exposed to waters.

Heat Tints on Stainless Steels can cause Corrosion Problems (14050)

Removal of corrosion causing heat-tints on stainless steels.

Stainless Steel Fasteners - A Systematic Approach to Their Selection (9003)

Shows how to select stainless steel fasteners for typical applications

LCC Benefits of Constructing an FGD System with Selected Stainless Steels and Nickel-Base Alloys (12001)

Life-cycle cost analyses of the use of stainless steels and corrosion-resistant alloys in the constr...

Standard Wrought Austenitic Stainless Steels (1229)

Covers wrought austenitic stainless steels standardized by the American Iron and Steel Institute.

Practical Guidelines for the Fabrication of Duplex Stainless Steels, 2nd Ed. (16000)

This brochure is for fabricators and end users of duplex stainless steels.

Role of Stainless Steels in Industrial Heat Exchangers (9005)

Reviews the various considerations for using stainless steel in heat exchange service

Cleaning and Descaling Stainless Steel (9001)

Proper and efficient cleaning and descaling are vital steps on making anything of stainless steel.

Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steels at Ambient Temperatures - Mechanical and Physical Properties (2978)

Includes tables and graphs showing the properties of AISI and ACI standard austenitic stainless stee...

Stainless Steels - cost efficient materials for the global biofuels industries (10090)

This publication helps recognize applications where economic benefits can be realized from selecting...

Resistance of Stainless Steel to Corrosion in Naturally Occuring Waters (1262)

Reviews behaviour of conventional stainless steels in freshwater, chloride-containing waters and sea...

Stainless Steel Forgings (9016)

Gives design guidelines on stainless steel forgings.

Guidelines for the Use of Stainless Steel in Municipal Waste Water Treatment Plants (10076)

Numerous waste water treatment plants have been built with stainless steel equipment.

Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces Prior to Sanitary Service (10080)

Describes practical procedures for cleaning stainless steel surfaces for use in dairy, food and beve...

Impact Performance of Model Spot-Welded Stainless Steel Structures (14046)

Structural performance of spot welds in austenitic nickel-containing stainless steel for rail applic...

Practical Guidelines for the Fabrication of Duplex Stainless Steels, 3rd Ed. (16000)

This brochure is for fabricators and end users of duplex stainless steels.

Review of Wear and Galling Characteristics of Stainless Steel (9006)

Discusses design factors in assemblies where sliding contact exists between wrought stainless steel ...

Specifying Stainless Steel Surface Treatments (10068)

This paper discusses various stainless steel surface treatments: passivation, pickling, electropolis...

Welding of Stainless Steels and Other Joining Methods (9002)

Presents information to help design engineers better understand the welding characteristics of stain...

Design Guidelines for Stainless Steel in Piping Systems (9024)

Provides information on the design, fabrication, installation, and economy of stainless steel in pip...

Stainless Steel Reinforcement

many authorities are specifying the use of stainless steel reinforcing bars (rebars) instead of the ...

Stainless steel service pipes_CH

Service pipe replacement with nickel-containing Type 316 stainless steel has been shown to offer the...

Stainless Steel Service Pipes

Service pipe replacement with nickel-containing Type 316 stainless steel has been shown to offer the...

Stainless Steel Reinforcement

many authorities are specifying the use of stainless steel reinforcing bars (rebars) instead of the ...

New publication: Stainless Steel Service Pipes

This flyer, published by the Nickel Institute and the International Molybdenum Association, shows ho...

Stainless Steel: Recycled for lasting value

this video shows stainless steel as a champion of recycling, with around 90% of end-of-life stainles...

Stainless Steel - Alloyed for lasting value

An entertaining explanation of what stainless steels are -- iron-chromium alloys, whose range of app...

Stainless steels in the food and beverage industry

BSSA, EHEDG and Nickel Institute present a one day seminar showcasing stainless steels in the food a...

Corrosion types in stainless steel and ways to prevent it

The critical effect of the physical and chemical environment and how to assess it for design. Webin...

Stainless Steel World Conference & Exhibition

This event provides an excellent opportunity to meet with both manufacturers, suppliers, traders and...

Sunscreen & shade design with stainless steel

Webinar co-hosted with IMOA

Verarbeitung austenitischer nichtrostender Stähle – Ein praktischer Leitfaden.

This German book provides information on the properties, performance and fabrication of the whole ra...

Stainless Steel Sheet Lining of Steel Tanks and Pressure Vessels (10039)

Today almost every process industry uses linings where corrosion protection of carbon steel vessels ...

Stainless Steels and Specialty Alloys for pulp, paper and biomass conversion (11025)

A guide to the mill engineer to stainless steels and other corrosion resistant alloys in pulp and pa...

Welding Stainless and 9% Nickel Steel Cryogenic Vessels (14037)

By Richard E. Avery and David Parsons, reprinted from Welding Journal, November, 1995

Stainless Flexible Service Lines - The fit and forget solution (short version)

Video from Team Stainless: Stainless Flexible Service Line, made from stainless steel partially corr...

Installation of a Stainless Flexible Service Line – The fit and forget solution (long version)

Video from Team Stainless: Stainless Flexible Service Line, made from stainless steel partially corr...

Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steels at Subzero Temperatures - Mechanical and Physical Properties (313)

Includes data on density, thermal, electrical, elastic and magnetic properties.

Castings - Stainless Steel and Nickel Base (11022)

Information on the alloys, casting methods, properties and fabrication and design considerations

Corrosion Resistance of Duplex and 4-6 percent Mo-Containing Stainless Steels in FGD Scrubber Absorber Slurry Environments (14055)

Field tests were performed in six operating FGD scrubber absorbers to determine the corrosion resist...

Practical Guide to Using 6Mo Austenitic Stainless Steel (10032)

Information on metallurgy, crevice corrosion, chloride stress corrosion crack resistance, design, an...

Practical guidelines for the fabrication of high performance austenitic stainless steels (16001)

Provides information on HPASS grades and compares them to the standard grades.

Guidelines for Nickel Stainless Steels for Marine Environments, Natural Waters, and Brines (11003)

Nickel Development Institute reference book series, 1987

Nickel Alloys and Stainless Steels for Elevated Temperature Service: Weldability Considerations (14053)

By D. J. Tillack, reprinted from Proceedings from Materials Solutiuons '97 on Joining and Repair of ...

Systemic Nickel: The contribution made by Stainless Steel Cooking Utensils (14033)

By G.N. Flint and S. Packirisamy, reprinted from Contact Dermatitis, Vol. 32 (4), 1995.

Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion of Stainless Steels by Water used for Cooling and Hydrostatic Testing (10085)

Discusses practices to prevent or reduce potential for microbiologically influenced corrosion

Role of Stainless Steel in Petroleum Refining (9021)

Helps engineers identify the materials used in petroleum refining.

Fabrication and Post-Fabrication Cleanup of Stainless Steels (10004)

Provides a guide to solving the problem of corrosion.

Wrought and Cast Heat-Resistant Stainless Steels and Nickel Alloys for the Refining and Petrochemical Industries (10071)

Applications of heat resistant alloys above 650°C (1200°F)

High-Temperature Characteristics of Stainless Steel (9004

Discusses the factors to be considered in designing equipment and selecting construction materials f...

Application of Impressed Current Cathodic Protection to Stainless Steel Hot-Water Storage Tanks (10065)

Condition of cathodic protection in the corrosion environment.

Waste Water Stainless Steel Equipment in Italy and Abroad

Applications, guidelines and life cycle cost analysis

Stainless steel in waters: galvanic corrosion and its prevention Bauer (1806)

Discusses factors which are involved in galvanic corrosion and provides information on how galvanic ...

Soil Corrosion Test for Stainless Steel Water Supply Pipes Vol3

10 year burial test report. Translated from Japanese.

New publication: Stainless steel: a lifetime of savings

This publication looks beyond initial project costs and takes account of the total cost of ownership...

Stainless Steel: Self-Protecting for lasting value

Welding stainless steels and finishing to restore properties

Webinar organized by the Nickel Institute, IMOA and MISIF

Why Stainless Steel is so important in Food Processing & Beverages Manufacturing Industry

Webinar organized by INASSDA and conducted by Nickel Institute & IMOA

Webinar/Live Stream on welding stainless steels and high nickel alloys

27 April 2021(MYT: 10.00am – 11.30 am) 🎦 WATCH LIVE FROM YOUTUBE 👉 https://www.youtube.com/user/...

Webinar & live stream on Advanced specification of stainless steel finishes

The webinar will be facilitated by Ms. Catherine Houska, President of Catherine Houska Consulting LL...

Stainless Flexible Service Lines - A durable, fit-and-forget solution to water loss

Leakage from water distribution systems is a significant problem. Type 316 stainless steel service l...

Modern Carburized Nickel Alloy Steel (11005)

Summarizes the fundamental properties of carburized steel

Nickel Alloy Nitriding Steels (479)

Nickel alloy steels are nitrided to increase hardness, resistance of wear and galling, and to improv...

Nickel Alloy Tool Steels (472)

Provides information on the composition, treatment, properties and applications of the nickel alloy ...

Welding 9% Nickel Steel - A Review of the Current Practices (1208)

Reviews current worldwide practices for welding 9% nickel steel for cryogenics service

Nickel Alloy Steel Castings (406)

Presents information and data on specifications, composition and hardenability, heat treatment and m...

Nickel Alloy Steel Plates (1108)

Describes nickel alloy steel compositions used in plate form...

Six Reasons for Specifying Nickel Carburizing Steels (1203)

Specification of nickel carburizing steels means longer life, better performance and more satisfied ...

The Role of Nickel in Carburizing Steels (1205)

An interpretation of research on the fundamental behaviour of nickel in carburizing steels.

Annealed Hot Rolled and Normalized Nickel Alloy Steels (388)

Provides information on the mechanical properties of nickel alloy steels in the unhardened condition...

Cast Nickel Alloy Steels - Engineering Properties (4393)

Provides mechanical property data for four well-established cast-nickel alloy steels within various ...

Engineering with Clad Steel (10064)

addresses the concerns relating to clad steel in order that it can be applied with confidence.

Isothermal Transformation Diagrams of Nickel Alloy Steels (389)

Presents isothermal transformation diagrams for the standard nickel alloy steels, carbon steels and ...

Compositions of Alloy Steels (447)

Four tables show specified compositions of alloy steels, boron alloy steels, H-steels and boron H-st...

Low-Temperature Properties of Nickel Alloy Steels (1238)

Presents mechanical and physical property data and metallurgical characteristics of nickel-containin...

Fracture Toughness and Related Characteristics of the Cryogenic Nickel Steels (1232)

An attempt has been made to evaluate the critical flaw sizes at design-sress levels for the steels a...

Nickel Alloy Steels for Heavy Forgings (439)

Provides information on specifications, properties and compositions of nickel-alloy steels used for ...

3 1/2% Nickel Steel for Low Temperature Service (278)

Presents mechanical and physical property data on low carbon 3 1/2% nickel steel at temperatures dow...

Nickel Steels in Arctic Service (14004)

This paper presents an overview of nickel bearing steels used for arctic service in the oil and gas ...

Copper alloys versus stainless steels for seawater cooling systems – the pros and cons

This paper discusses the properties and corrosion resistance of copper alloys and stainless steels a...

18% Nickel Maraging Steel - Engineering Properties (4419)

Reviews 18% maraging steels and their properties

Welding of Maraging Steels (584)

A detailed report of the welding of maraging steels. Discusses the physical metallurgy of maraging s...

Supporting a competitive and sustainable battery value chain in the EU

Brussels, Belgium - On 5 December, 80 battery experts, policymakers and stakeholders met in Brussels...

Nickel's Contribution in Air Pollution Abatement (10007)

High-nickel alloys and specialty stainless steels used widely in incinerators and wet scrubbers.

Alloy selection for service in sulphuric acid (10057)

Reviews the corrosive effect of sulphuric acid at all concentrations, and the influence of contamina...

Hardenability of Nickel Alloy Steels (392)

In this bulletin, hardenability information is presented

Restoration of a kinetic sculpture - wind tree

The paper describes the restoration of 'Wind tree', a stainless steel kinetic sculpture to repair an...

The Nickel Advantage

Find out how nickel contributes to numerous properties of stainless steel

The water issue

Discover how nickel-containing stainless steel helps provide safe water and really does offer a sust...

Les Avantages du Nickel

Find out how nickel contributes to numerous properties of stainless steel

The Nickel Advantage

Find out how nickel contributes to numerous properties of stainless steel

The Nickel Advantage

Find out how nickel contributes to numerous properties of stainless steel

Nickel in Powder Metallurgy Steels (11006)

The handbook summarizes the status of nickel-alloyed ferrous powder compacts

NI INCO In 787 A Precipitation Hardening Alloy Steel (1278)

This publication includes information on product forms, specifications, chemical requirements, prope...

IN-519 Cast Chromium-Nickel-Niobium Heat-Resisting Steel - Engineering Properties (4383)

Describes the composition and physical metallurgy of the material and presents data on mechanical pr...

Stainless flexible service line

Poorly maintained and ageing infrastructure are common problems in nearly all major cities. Nickel-c...

Can sustainable industries in Europe be globally competitive - The case of batteries

The European Commission has announced its intention to revise the EU Batteries Directive and create ...

Welding of low alloy steels – practical aspects

Webinar co-hosted with IMOA

Rebar: Montréal's new Champlain Bridge

A major bridge, opened in 1962, lasted only 50 years. It continued in use until 2019 at a very high ...

Control of Corrosion in Oil and Gas Production Tubing (14052)

Optimum material selection and guidance in the fabrication and use of high-performance stainless ste...

Materials for Saline Water Desalination and Oilfield Brine Pumps (11004)

Materials for saline water pumps include cast irons, austenitic cast irons, copper alloys, nickel-ba...

Life-Cycle Cost Comparison of Alternative Alloys for FGD Componenets (10023)

Life-cycle cost analyses of the use of stainless steels and other corrosion-resistant alloys.

Alloys to Resist Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride and Hydrochloric Acid (10020)

Materials considered include high-nickel alloys, stainless steels, high-molybdenum alloys, titanium,...

Nickel in Food Contact Materials

One-pager on why nickel-containing stainless steel is the material of choice for food contact applic...

Nickel in process engineering

Learn why stainless steels, nickel alloys and other nickel-containing alloys are essential in the ch...

Nickel Institute updates archive of popular technical guides

Thirty significant technical publications originally produced by INCO and American Iron and Steel In...

ISSDA recognises NI’s Richard Matheson

Richard Matheson, Director, Market Development has received the Indian Stainless Steel Development A...

Human Health Fact Sheet 4: Nickel and Metallic Food Contact Material

This fact sheet provides information on the exposure to nickel via food contact materials and articl...

Topical webinar: ESG Requirements for Nickel and Cobalt Producers

Aim of the webinar is to inform Indonesian stakeholders on the ESG requirements for nickel and cobal...

Guidelines for Wallpapering Sheet Lining with Nickel-Chromium-Molybdenum Alloys (11020)

Guidelines for the procedures employed in wallpapering carbon steel or alloy substrates with high ni...

The Design and Installation of 90/10 Copper-Nickel Seawater Piping Systems (1107)

Discusses problems encountered when upgrading seawater cooling systems from galvanized steel to copp...

NI-Hard Material Data and Applications (11017)

Properties and applications of Ni-Hard alloys (11017) is the newly updated second edition of this in...

The Copper Mark welcomes the first six participants for molybdenum, nickel and zinc, building momentum in promoting responsible production across the metals industries

The Copper Mark, the assurance framework to promote responsible practices and demonstrate the contri...

Euractiv virtual conference - Responsible Sourcing, the case of batteries

Join this EURACTIV Virtual Conference to discuss sustainable governance, responsible sourcing and th...

EUROBAT Forum

The EUROBAT Forum brings together more than 100 key European battery industry stakeholders, includin...

The challenges of European battery raw materials producers – and how to address them

Europe needs to have a sustainable battery supply chain as part of its efforts to mitigate climate c...

Human Health Fact Sheet 3: Nickel and Metallic Alloys

Metals and alloys are ubiquitous and integral to modern life, so much so that they often go largely ...

ESG expectations for Indonesian nickel and cobalt producers

On December 1, 2020, the Nickel Institute a roundtable to discuss ESG risks and the need for sustain...

Nine Percent Nickel - 28 Years of Reliable Service in LNG Containment (10030)

A history of reliable cryogenic performance in facilities for handling liquid oxygen, nitrogen, argo...

Evaluation of Decommisioned LNG Storage Tanks at Chula Vista CA (10067)

By James P. Lewis and Ted A. Williams; presented at the American Gas Association Distribution/ Trans...

OECD 2023 Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains

The Forum will reflect the current priorities of the OECD implementation programme. A key theme will...