Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), in a major technological breakthrough, has developed the capability to produce Super Duplex Stainless Steel in SS 32205 grade at its Salem Steel Plant (SSP).
This grade of stainless steel is mainly imported so far. It has superior corrosion resistance with higher strength and formability.
It can be effectively used in various applications in corrosion prone areas, mainly in chemical processing equipment (transport and storage, pressure vessels, tanks, piping and heat exhaust), oil & gas exploration (process equipment, pipes, tubing, marine & other high chloride environments), pulp & paper industries (digesters and bleaching equipment), food processing equipment and biofuel plants.
Commenting on this achievement, SAIL Chairman Anil Kumar Chaudhary said, “Inspired by the Government’s clarion call for ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Vocal for Local’, SAIL is relentlessly making efforts in developing steels, which can play important roles in these missions.”
