Stainless Steel Plant Shutdown for Maintenance, Can 201 Cause a Stir?

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🔧 Stainless Steel Plant Shutdown for Maintenance 🔧

July 22nd, Foshan Market News: According to market reports, due to internal inventory pressure and the current weak market performance, after a comprehensive analysis of production, sales, and supply, a large stainless steel wide cold-rolled steel plant in South China has started a half-month shutdown from today. It is expected to affect the production of about 25,000 tons, mainly for 201 cold rolling.

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Today, the base price of 201 cold-rolled J5 material in the circulation market is reported at 7,850 yuan/ton.

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UNTR Nickel Sales to Reach 1.6 Million Tons This Year, Demand Expected to Grow Continuously Until 2027

 

Nickel Sales and Demand Growth Projections

Recent Highlights

  • After a tiring week, the stainless steel market finally has a chance to catch its breath.
  • With today's developments, is the stainless steel market experiencing a 'turn of fortune'?

According to reports from the Indonesian Business Journal, United Tractors (UNTR) has set a target for nickel ore sales to reach between 1.5 million and 1.6 million tons.

Recently, UNTR's company secretary, Sara K. Loebis, stated that this target was set following the company's forecast that nickel demand will continue to grow until 2027.

At the same time, Sara also provided updates on the continued acquisition of Anugerah Surya Pacific Resources' Stargate nickel mine located in Konawe Utara, South Sulawesi.

It should be noted that the Stargate nickel mine has a production capacity of approximately 2 million to 2.5 million tons of nickel ore. "Currently, we are preparing the land for the construction of the smelter and supporting infrastructure," she said.

She added that the completion target of the Stargate smelter is still under review and is expected to be completed in 2025 or 2026.

Regarding the future outlook for nickel, despite the oversupply in Indonesia and the Philippines, as well as the shadow cast by falling nickel prices, Sara remains optimistic. She believes that compared to the period during the pandemic, the price drop is not significant.

"Currently, nickel prices have fallen compared to last year, but they are still higher than before the pandemic. Therefore, the management of UNTR believes that with continuous efforts to improve production efficiency and sustainable mining efficiency, the nickel mining business can be well operated and managed."

Micro Comment

According to Kontan records, in the first quarter of 2024, UNTR recorded the sale of 382,543 tons of nickel products containing water (wmt) from the Stargate mine.

Details show that by January 2024, UNTR produced only 25,000 wet tons of saprolite, and by February 2024, UNTR's nickel production increased to 138,000 tons, with saprolite production at 60,000 tons and limonite production at 79,000 tons.

Continuing into March 2024, UNTR's nickel production will grow again to 220,000 tons, with saprolite and limonite production at 119,000 tons and 101,000 tons, respectively.

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When will the stainless steel market turn around?

 

When Can the Stainless Steel Market Turn Around?

Recently, the stainless steel futures market has experienced a decline, with no significant improvement in market demand, and social inventory remains difficult to digest. The current trend of stainless steel prices is weak. When will this situation turn around?

Futures Market Fluctuates Downward

Market performance is not satisfactory. Recently, the stainless steel futures market has fluctuated downward, and the market is filled with pessimistic sentiment. With the new round of steel mill price adjustments, many spot merchants have followed suit. Downstream companies are cautious and wait-and-see, and transactions are still based on the demand for purchase. The futures market may affect the current market sentiment, and the overall market performance is not good.

Raw Material Prices Support

Although macro factors are weakening, the supply of Indonesian nickel ore is still tight due to the approval process and the rainy season. The smelting cost of Indonesian ferronickel factories is high, and the price of ferronickel is well supported. Domestic trade prices may warm up, but it is still necessary to pay attention to policy changes in the Indonesian industry. At present, steel mills are temporarily unable to accept the purchase of high-priced raw materials and maintain a price-pressing mentality for the purchase of raw materials such as ferronickel.

Supply Contraction Not Significant

From the supply side, the production of stainless steel crude steel in July is 3.2467 million tons, a month-on-month decrease of 1.27%. The production of stainless steel in July may further decline, but the contraction of supply is not significant. In the latest inventory data (as of July 18), the total social inventory of stainless steel in the mainstream national market of 89 warehouses is 1.1087 million tons, a week-on-week increase of 1.94%. The total social inventory of stainless steel in the mainstream national market of 89 warehouses has increased this period, with various series having different degrees of inventory increase. Downstream replenishment operations are cautious, the market is mainly based on the demand for purchase, and the pressure of stainless steel de-stocking still exists.

International Economic Situation is Severe

On the macro level, international precious metal futures generally fell, and most of the basic metals in London closed down. In addition, the Federal Reserve released the Beige Book on the economic situation, which is expected to slow down economic growth in the next six months due to various factors such as elections, policies, and political conflicts. Affected by the international macroeconomic situation, the overall market sentiment is not good.

Summary

In summary, the stainless steel futures market fluctuates downward, downstream demand is still weak, the macroeconomic situation is not good, and the market is full of wait-and-see sentiment. In the short term, the price of stainless steel may operate weakly and steadily. When the current market situation will turn around needs to continue to pay attention to market dynamics, supply and demand conditions, and policy trends.

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Why Asian Stainless Steel Mills, Represented by China, Are More Competitive?

 

Why Asian Stainless Steel Mills, Represented by China, Are More Competitive?

According to a message from Gerber on July 18, 2024, if there is one thing clear about Europe, it is that domestic steel and stainless steel mills have been reluctant to invest in outdated production methods for many years.

Without subsidies from the EU or member states, Europe would be helpless in terms of steel. This is not a new or surprising realization; Brussels has known this for decades.

"European Steel Agreement" on a One-Way Street

The recent position paper submitted by the German branch of the European People's Party (EPP) to the European Parliament, calling for a "European Steel Agreement," once again clearly shows this, and also shows who the final product of this position paper is.

European Stainless Steel is Outdated

This is the fear of Western multinational steel groups, who use completely outdated steel plants and technology to produce steel and stainless steel in Europe, and once again whisper evil stories about stainless steel to members of the European Parliament. If more protection and subsidies are not provided, a flood of cheap steel may sweep across Europe. Important evidence shows that this perfidious strategy and politicians who are willing to be obedient victims, in addition to the EU's safeguard measures for certain steel products (extended to 2026), bureaucratic CBAM mistakes, and two anti-circumvention lawsuits against flat-rolled stainless steel from Indonesia.

Asia Surpasses Europe in Innovation and Emissions

Despite the fact that Europeans have been squeezing the so-called "cows" behind national barbed wire fences for decades, Asia has built new state-of-the-art steel plants.

The production methods used include the RKEF-AOD process in Indonesia and China. These steel plants can not only save up to 25% of energy compared to old electric arc furnaces (EAF) in Europe to produce stainless steel, but also reduce carbon dioxide emissions by using renewable energy and at least 90% scrap content.

The outdated steel plants that Europe (such as ThyssenKrupp, Westphalia Hütte, Dortmund, Germany, 2002) sold to Asia before the 21st century no longer exist.

Threat of Overcapacity and Dirty Steel?

Nevertheless, Brussels is still trying to spread the threat of overcapacity (it has a lot of overcapacity itself) and dirty steel production.

In order to prove the rationality of the carbon border tax CBAM, despite it being full of formal errors and obviously based on false data and assumptions.

The demand for import quotas for steel produced by electric arc furnaces under CBAM clearly shows this. Just use green energy and a little more scrap in the electric arc furnace, and steel and stainless steel will suddenly become carbon dioxide-friendly.

Of course, it is not possible for the whole world to suddenly start producing green steel. Brussels and companies do not plan for this!

Better Population Prospects in Asia

For example, the population of Germany, a member state of the EU, is getting older, and the next generation no longer wants to ruin their health for invisible investors and replaceable company leaders, but there are still many places in the world with a better population situation. In Asia, it is easier to find and retain labor. Whether through education and training, health insurance, or fair and reliable pay. For example, this can be seen from a famous Chinese stainless steel manufacturer, which not only invests in the most advanced equipment and environmental protection but also carries out extensive training programs, thus caring more about its workers than some (Southern European) European stainless steel mills.

What Europe Needs Now

European steel and stainless steel industries no longer need any protectionism based on hypocrisy and lies. What Europe needs is an optimistic spirit. The willingness to take entrepreneurial risks again. And a significant reduction in bureaucracy that only serves the self-protection of the state and European institutions. Europe must get rid of old and rigid structures, dismantle market blockades and trade barriers.

If some steel oligopoly enterprises are put aside in this process, that's nothing big. European SMEs are desperately looking for qualified employees and are very willing to express the necessary gratitude to them. And are very happy to get more attention from Brussels to make changes.

About Americ Energy (CHINA) Co., Ltd.

Americ Energy (CHINA) Co., Ltd. stands as a prominent manufacturer and distributor of a comprehensive range of stainless steel products, designed to cater to the diverse needs of various industries. Their offerings encompass stainless steel tubes, plates, strips, and square tubes, all manufactured to uphold the highest quality benchmarks.

Contact Information:

  • Website: https://www.metal-ae.com/www.metal-ae.com
  • Email: ae@americenergy.com
  • Phone: 13521210668
  • whatsapp: 13521210668
  • Address: No.298 Fengwei Road, Xishan Development Zone, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province, China
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Why Tianjin is a Must-Contest Place for Stainless Steel Foreign Trade

 

Why Tianjin is a Key Battleground for Stainless Steel Foreign Trade

Tianjin Port, located on the eastern coast of Tianjin, China, is the largest comprehensive port and foreign trade port in North China, and also one of the world's highest-level artificial deep-water ports.

Tianjin Port boasts advanced port facilities and a complete transportation system, capable of docking all kinds of large ships in the world, and its cargo throughput has long been among the top in the world.

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Americ Energy (CHINA) Co., Ltd. stands as a prominent manufacturer and distributor of a comprehensive range of stainless steel products, designed to cater to the diverse needs of various industries. Their offerings encompass stainless steel tubes, plates, strips, and square tubes, all manufactured to uphold the highest quality benchmarks.

Contact Information:

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  • Email: ae@americenergy.com
  • Phone: 13521210668
  • whatsapp: 13521210668
  • Address: No.298 Fengwei Road, Xishan Development Zone, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province, China
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Principle of Various NDT Methods

I. What Is Eddy Current Testing

Eddy-current testing (also commonly seen as eddy current testing and ECT) is one of many electromagnetic testing methods used in nondestructive testing (NDT) making use of electromagnetic induction to detect and characterize surface and sub-surface flaws in conductive materials.

ECT principle

In its most basic form - the single-element ECT probe - a coil of conductive wire is excited with an alternating electrical current. This wire coil produces an alternating magnetic field around itself in the direction ascertained by the right-hand rule. The magnetic field oscillates at the same frequency as the current running through the coil. When the coil approaches a conductive material, currents opposed to the ones in the coil are induced in the material eddy currents.

Variations in the electrical conductivity and magnetic permeability of the test object, and the presence of defects causes a change in eddy current and a corresponding change in phase and amplitude that can be detected by measuring the impedance changes in the coil, which is a telltale sign of the presence of defects. This is the basis of standard (pancake coil) ECT.

 

ECT has a very wide range of applications, including crack inspection, weld inspection, heat exchanger tube inspection, auto parts inspection, heat treatment inspection, material sorting and so on. There are also physical limits to generating eddy currents and depth of penetration (skin depth).


Skin effect

Skin effect is the tendency of an alternating electric current (AC) to become distributed within a conductor such that the current density is largest near the surface of the conductor, and decreases with greater depths in the conductor. The electric current flows mainly at the "skin" of the conductor, between the outer surface and a level called the skin depth. The skin effect causes the effective resistance of the conductor to increase at higher frequencies where the skin depth is smaller, thus reducing the effective cross-section of the conductor. The skin effect is due to opposing eddy currents induced by the changing magnetic field resulting from the alternating current.

Skin depth

 

The AC current density J in a conductor decreases exponentially from its value at the surface JS according to the depth d from the surface, as follows:

where δ is called the skin depth. The skin depth is thus defined as the depth below the surface of the conductor at which the current density has fallen to 1/e (about 0.37) of JS.

The current density which is smaller than 1/e (about 0.37) of JS is too weak to test. So eddy current testing is used for surface and subsurface inspection.

 

II. What Is Magnetic Flux Leakage

Magnetic flux leakage (TFI or Transverse Field Inspection technology) is a magnetic method of nondestructive testing that is used to detect corrosion and pitting in steel structures, most commonly pipelines and storage tanks. The basic principle is that a powerful magnet is used to magnetize the steel. At areas where there is corrosion or missing metal, the magnetic field "leaks" from the steel. In an MFL (or Magnetic Flux Leakage) tool, a magnetic detector is placed between the poles of the magnet to detect the leakage field. Analysts interpret the chart recording of the leakage field to identify damaged areas and to estimate the depth of metal loss.

III. What Is Low Frequency Testing

Low frequency testing is a method between eddy current and magnetic flux leakage. Eddy current is mainly for surface and subsurface crack and magnetic flux leakage is for corrosion of thick material. Low frequency can test more thick material than eddy current and it doesnt need to magnetize the material like MFL. So LFT can be used to detect big corrosion for thick material, of course the testing sensitivity is not as high as eddy current and magnetic flux leakage.

IV. What Is Metal Magnetic Memory

 

Metal magnetic memory testing is to determine the stress concentration area. Experiment proves that under the action of the alternative loading, the normalization phenomenon of the magnetic domain occurs at the places containing defects and inclusions in in-service ferromagnetic components, and leakage magnetic field arises on it. At the places of defects or internal stress relative concentration the metal magnetic conductivity is in possession of minimum value, and the tangent component of its magnetic field is in possession of maximum value, and therefore the sign of the normal component is changed and its value is zero. The stress concentration areas can be located by detecting the normal component of leakage magnetic field on the surface.

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2024 MEGA CLIMA Concluded Successfully! KLC Innovates Technology And Develops HVAC Industry In Nigeria

From May 21st to 23rd, the 3-day 2024 Nigeria Lagos HVAC Exhibition (MEGA CLIMA) came to a perfect end! During the period, the KLC booth attracted the attention of many exhibitors and visitors. The team members enthusiastically introduced the characteristics and advantages of filters and equipment to visitors, and won the recognition and favor of many potential customers.

 

Let's review the wonderful moments of 2024 MEGA CLIMA together!

 

During the 3-day exhibition, KLC fully displayed the clean room solutions and new refrigeration and HVAC filter products of the refrigeration and HVAC industry, and had in-depth exchanges with professionals in West Africa and surrounding areas, opening up a broader clean industry space and market.

 

 

Through this exhibition, the confidence guarantee of KLC products was brought to the Nigerian HVAC and refrigeration market, and new possibilities were brought for the application of HVAC and refrigeration products in the new era and various industries. Every separation is for a better meeting next time. Thank you for your trust and recognition of KLC, and thank you for your expectations of new friends! I hope to work with you in the future to contribute to clean production space and low-carbon life!

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A new chapter in the industry:KLC joins NAFA Association

We are honored to announce that KLC has officially joined NAFA. This important milestone marks KLC's further development and commitment in the air purification industry.

 

 

The National Air Filtration Association (NAFA) brings together air filter and component manufacturers, sales and service companies, and HVAC and indoor air quality companies.

NAFA’s mission is “To be The Global Source for Expertise, Education and Best Practices in Air Filtration.”  NAFA strives for this goal by sourcing the best minds in air filtration to create substantial and influential education for the industry.

 

 As a new member, KLC is looking forward to the opportunity to share experiences with more industry experts, obtain the latest air purification industry trends, and participate in a wider network in the future.

 

Joining NAFA is not only a recognition of our team's efforts, but also our commitment to provide customers with higher quality services. We look forward to further enhancing our professional capabilities and creating greater value for our customers through this platform.

 

Thank you to all our customers and partners who support us. In the future, we will continue to work hard and strive for excellence.

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Clean room plate type primary filter the "guardian god" of high-efficiency filters, the guardian of high-quality air

Clean rooms can provide a relatively dust-free and sterile environment to ensure product quality and protect personnel health. They are suitable for various high-demand scientific research, production and manufacturing fields, the most common of which are semiconductors, biomedicine and other fields.

 

In clean rooms, plate type primary filters are a common purification process equipment, and their structure mainly includes outer frame, filter material and protective net. The outer frame is usually made of paper frame, aluminum alloy frame, galvanized iron frame or stainless steel frame. The filter material is made of non-woven fabric, nylon mesh, activated carbon filter cotton, metal mesh and other materials. The protective net has two types: double-sided plastic-sprayed wire mesh and double-sided galvanized wire mesh, which can be selected according to actual needs.

 

 

 In general, the design features of clean room plate type primary filters are as follows: 

1. The folding primary filter adopts a welded wire mesh, which is treated with surface anti-rust and can effectively fix the linear pleated structure.

2. The galvanized iron mesh of the primary filter is attached to the air outlet surface of the filter material, which can protect the filter material from being blown and deformed due to excessive wind pressure, ensuring that all filter material surfaces can be fully utilized.

3. The primary filter adopts a gradient structure, providing a larger filtration area. The filtration area of the folded filter is 5 times that of the general flat filter.

4. The primary filter can use ordinary or moisture-proof paper frames to reduce costs. After use, the paper frame filter can be incinerated, which is pollution-free and meets environmental protection requirements.

5. The folded primary filter has a variety of filtration efficiencies to choose from, generally G1-G4.

 

The clean room plate primary filter is mainly used for primary filtration of fresh air and air conditioning systems, effectively filtering particles, dust and various suspended solids above 5.0μm. It can be used as a primary filter for air intake and exhaust devices, and can be used for primary or intermediate filtration of air conditioning filtration systems. This filter is widely used in ventilation and air conditioning systems of large civil buildings such as office buildings, hospitals, shopping malls, gymnasiums, and airports. When used with medium efficiency filters, it can effectively protect expensive high efficiency or ultra-high efficiency filters.

 

 

Through its unique design features and application areas, clean room plate type primary filter can effectively improve air quality, which is of great significance for protecting people's health and comfort.

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Design and construction of electronic chip clean room

The electronic chip clean room is a special industrial building designed to effectively control key parameters such as air particle concentration, microbial count, temperature and humidity, air flow speed and air pressure in the workshop. The precise control of these conditions ensures the smooth progress of the production process and the high standard of product quality to meet the strict requirements of electronic chip manufacturing.

 

 1. Equipment selection 

 

 1. Air treatment equipment 

Air treatment equipment is one of the key factors in maintaining the cleanliness of the workshop. Its main function is to filter and purify pollutants in the workshop, and at the same time adjust parameters such as temperature, humidity and air pressure in the workshop to meet the requirements of production process and product quality.

 

 2. Air shower room 

The air shower room is an important equipment in the clean workshop, which is mainly used to remove dust, sterilize and purify personnel, materials and equipment entering the workshop. The electronic chip clean workshop should be equipped with an air shower room to reduce the entry of external dust, microorganisms and other pollutants into the workshop. The size and number of air shower rooms should be designed according to the actual situation of the workshop to ensure that it can meet the cleanliness requirements of the workshop.

 

 3. Clean room dressing room 

The clean room dressing room is an isolation area inside and outside the clean room. The staff needs to wear clean clothes, gloves, shoe covers and other protective equipment in this area to ensure that the personnel entering the clean room will not bring in external pollutants.

 

 4. Air shower 

The air shower is used to perform air showers on personnel entering the clean room to remove particles and bacteria that may be carried by the personnel and ensure the cleanliness of the workshop.

 

 5. Air purifier 

The air purifier can purify pollutants such as dust, bacteria, viruses, etc. in the workshop air to ensure the cleanliness of the workshop.

 

 6. Temperature and humidity control system 

The temperature and humidity control system can control parameters such as temperature, humidity and air pressure in the workshop to ensure that the workshop environment meets the requirements of production process and product quality.

 

 

 2. HVAC system 

 

 1. Air conditioning system 

The air conditioning system is the main HVAC equipment in the electronic chip clean workshop. Its function is to adjust parameters such as workshop temperature, humidity and air flow speed to maintain the cleanliness and comfort of the workshop.

 

 2. Air supply system 

The air supply system sends clean air from the air conditioning equipment into the workshop to form a relatively static air flow layer to maintain the cleanliness of the workshop.

 

 3. Exhaust system 

The exhaust system of the electronic chip clean workshop is one of the key equipment of the entire workshop. Its function is to exhaust pollutants in the workshop and maintain the cleanliness of the workshop.

 

At present, there are two main types of exhaust systems in the electronic chip clean workshop, namely local exhaust systems and global exhaust systems. The local exhaust system uses a single device to exhaust local process equipment, which can achieve higher air volume and static pressure, and is suitable for workshops with higher requirements for air cleanliness. The global exhaust system includes the entire workshop in the exhaust range, which is mainly used in occasions where the requirements for workshop temperature, humidity and cleanliness are not very high.

 

 

 3. Decoration materials 

 

When choosing decoration materials for electronic chip clean workshops, it is necessary to consider their impact on the clean environment, and also ensure that they have anti-static capabilities. It is recommended to choose anti-static floors, walls, ceilings and other materials.

For the corners of walls and floors, arc designs should be used to reduce dust accumulation.

 

 4. Lighting design 

 

In the lighting design of electronic chip clean workshops, lighting equipment with anti-static functions should be selected. It is recommended to use cold light sources or LED lamps to reduce heat radiation and heat dissipation. At the same time, it is also necessary to consider the uniformity and brightness of lighting to meet work needs.

 

 5. Waste gas and wastewater treatment system 

 

During the production process of the electronic chip clean workshop, a large amount of waste gas and wastewater will be generated. In order to ensure the cleanliness of the environment and ecological protection, a corresponding waste gas and wastewater treatment system must be configured. The waste gas treatment system mainly includes the exhaust system and the tail gas treatment system, and the wastewater treatment system mainly includes the sewage collection, pretreatment and treatment system.

 

 6. Pure water system 

 

A large amount of pure water is required in the production process of the electronic chip clean workshop, so a pure water system needs to be configured. The pure water system should include a pre-treatment system and a purification system to ensure that the supplied pure water can meet the production requirements of the workshop.

 

 7. Gas supply system 

 

A large amount of nitrogen, hydrogen and other gases are required in the production process of the electronic chip clean workshop, so a corresponding gas supply system needs to be configured. The gas supply system should include gas storage tanks, gas filtration, gas drying and other equipment to ensure the quality and stability of the supplied gas.

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