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Markets Served
Power Plants, Energy and Power Generation
Regardless of the form of energy production (nuclear,
fossil or renewable), safety and long term value are
the utmost concerns for energy and power generation
companies with the nuclear power industry requiring
absolute reliability. These characteristics are provided
by using high quality stainless steel.
Stainless steel is now extensively used in the power
generation industry to combat corrosion, particularly
at elevated temperatures. In particular, type 304 and
316 stainless are used for high temperature, strength
and oxidation resistance in fossil fueled power plants.
The nuclear power industry uses large quantities of stainless, often speci昀椀ed for both power
generation and radiation containment. Steam and gas turbines also use stainless because of its
corrosion-resistant and heat-resistant qualities.
Shipbuilding and Marine
fabricate and light enough for simple transport,
stainless steel is available in a wide range of
product forms. A protective layer forms naturally
on all stainless steel because of the inclusion
of chromium. Even if damaged and oxygen is
present, the invisible passive layer self-heals and
protects the steel from corrosion.
Stainless steel is increasingly recognized as the
material of choice for shipbuilding and marine
applications due to its corrosion resistance,
durability, appearance, stability, and overall
quality.
Remedial work, particularly on vessels, docks/
piers, offshore platforms, and within marinas
has led to an increased use of stainless steel
to minimize the risk of corrosion to structures
exposed to marine/coastal environments
and other harsh elements. The use of Calbrite
stainless steel conduit systems drastically
reduces or even eliminates the need for future
maintenance.
Where resistance to constant sun and saltwater corrosion is a dominant requirement, the
more highly-alloyed, molybdenum-containing
types of stainless steel may be necessary to
prevent the material from failing under these
conditions. Stainless steel is used in marine
building projects above or below the water
line. Stainless steel has proven to be one of the
most economical solutions to combat the ever
present elements that cause corrosion. Easy to
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