In energy industry, failure is simply not an option. When one single mishap can explode into a full-blown crisis, only stainless steel can deliver the assurance of control that you depend on.

Outokumpu has deep experience in providing solutions for the most challenging projects on earth. We understand the technical, efficiency and safety requirements you face – and the ways those challenges can be compounded by extreme environments.

That knowledge and experience makes Outokumpu a valued partner in your operation. You can depend on us for in-depth technical expertise in everything from grade selection to material testing.

For installations of vital importance, stainless steel delivers long service life and low life-cycle cost. Outokumpu offers the broadest range of alloys, and efficient, flexible delivery all over the world. And a network of highly responsive service centers specializes in innovative products customized to your exacting needs.

 

Benefits of using stainless steel

Quality

  • Resistant to high heat, corrosion, pitting and stress-corrosion cracking
  • High-strength, light-weight duplex for cost savings throughout the project
  • Requires minimum maintenance

Performance

  • Long service life; low life-cycle cost
  • Tailor-made parts; polished and brushed surface finishes
  • Development and testing of special grades

Expertise

  • Optimized production; reliable supply chain
  • Grades tailored to specific needs
  • Grade selection advice and laboratory and field testing
  • Global R&D, sales and expert support as trusted partners in innovation and development

Examples of use

Renewable energy

Recommended products

Forta
Ultra
Therma
Quarto plate

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Downloads

Outokumpu duplex for storage tanks brochure
Outokumpu Forta range brochure
Outokumpu Forta duplex datasheet
Environmental product declaration - Cold rolled
Environmental product declaration - Hot rolled
BRE – Certified environmental product declaration (EPD) – Stainless steel reinforcing bar – Outokumpu Sheffield
Safety information sheet for stainless steel in Europe
RoHS 2018
A selection of Stainless steel complying with BASTA and BVB
Enhanced efficiency with duplex stainless steel in pressure vessels
Materials for waste and biomass combustion
The use of a lean duplex stainless steel, UNS S32101
Oil and gas
Effects of gas atmosphere and surface quality on rouging of three stainless steels in WFI
Causes and remediation of corrosion failure of duplex stainless steel equipment in a PVC plant