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Zirconium is highly heat and corrosion resistant

Did you know that Zirconium plays a crucial role in both enabling and stopping a nuclear reaction in a nuclear power plant? Before explaining this, we first outline the key properties of Zirconium, compare it to Titanium, and list some different applications. What is Zirconium? Zirconium is a transition metal derived from the mineral Zircon, […]

Titanium properties ideal for high-tech applications

With the highest strength-to-weight ratio of all elements, Titanium has found its place in many high-tech applications. For Metel, Titanium is therefore one of the most important metals in its range and we supply it in a wide variety of alloys (grades) and forms. Every alloy has its pros and cons and Metel helps customers […]

Application of Tungsten in high-tech markets

Tungsten is almost considered a science-fiction metal. Because of its unique properties, it is used in pioneering applications in high-tech industries. But why is a high density or high melting point so important? In this article, we discuss the different reasons tungsten is used in demanding markets and how it works in practice. Tungsten is […]

Specialist in high-performance metals adds value

What does a specialist in high-performance metals do? During a conversation with Metel’s director Dennis Wijnants, we discuss the most important factors when it comes to supplying high-performance metals in demanding markets. Metel’s experience in high-tech markets, including semiconductor, medical and petrochemicals, means that their entire service is catered towards this. This article explains how […]

Guarantee consistent supply of special metals (components)

Would you like to be assured of a reliable supply line for your high-performance metals? Due to the fluctuations in terms of transport, price and delivery time, this is not always a given. As a supplier of special metals such as Titanium, Tungsten and Nickel alloys (e.g. Inconel), Metel offers its customers a variety of […]

Nickel alloys: Inconel®, Monel® and Hasteloy®

For a long time, nickel was seen as a worthless by-product of a copper mine. But nowadays, nickel and its alloys are widely used in various demanding markets. We’re not only looking at the application in semiconductors, aviation and petrochemicals, we’re also discussing a concrete case involving a special product: a fireworks fountain. Nickel ore […]