STAINLESS STEEL

STAINLESS STEEL – PROPERTIES, APPLICATIONS, AND BENEFITS


Stainless steel is one of the most important materials in modern industrial and plant engineering. Due to its high corrosion resistance, strength, and versatility, stainless steel is used in numerous technical and industrial applications.


Different alloys and material grades allow stainless steels to be optimally adapted to a wide range of requirements. Chromium, nickel, and molybdenum, in particular, ensure high resistance to corrosion, chemicals, and mechanical stress.


Stainless steel also impresses with its excellent machinability and is suitable for welding, turning, milling, and cutting. Depending on the specific grade, stainless steel is suitable for both demanding industrial applications and hygienically sensitive areas.


Stainless steel is used in numerous industrial sectors, including mechanical engineering, plant engineering, the food industry, the chemical industry, energy technology, and offshore and equipment construction.


The most important advantages of stainless steel include:


• High corrosion resistance


• High strength


• Good machinability


• Good weldability


• Long service life


• High temperature resistance


• Hygienic surface


• Versatile applications


FORMS OF DELIVERY


Available as:


• Stainless steel sheets

e.g., 1.4301 / 304, 1.4404 / 316L, 1.4571 / 316Ti


• Stainless steel round bars

e.g., 1.4301, 1.4404, 1.4542 / 17-4 PH


• Stainless steel tubes

e.g., 1.4301, 1.4404, 1.4541 / 321


• Stainless steel profiles

e.g., 1.4301, 1.4571


• Stainless steel plates


e.g., 1.4404, 1.4462 Duplex


• Cut-to-size and special dimensions

project-specific according to customer requirements


Taferner Special Alloys supplies high-quality stainless steel semi-finished products and special alloys for technical applications and project-specific requirements.