Metallurgy news

• Researchers have developed 3D printing micro trusses stronger than steel A group of German scientists have used 3D laser lithography to print microscopic trusses and parts that are as strong as steel and lighter in weight than water. The aim of the research is to create materials that are much stronger than those currently being produced, but light enough for use in... 26.03.2014  15:04

• World stainless steel production increased 8 percent in 2013 The International Stainless Steel Forum released preliminary data for 2013 showing stainless steel production increased 7.8 percent to 38.1 million tonnes per year. With the exception of Western Europe and Africa, all regions achieved positive growth rates. Asia, excluding China, recorded 8.8... 26.03.2014  14:01

• Timken signs contract with UWC to manufacture bearings in Russia Timken has entered into an agreement with the United Wagon Company (UWC) to establish a joint venture (JV) to manufacture AP-2 ™ Timken® rail bearings in Russia. The JV plans to improve the safety, reliability and efficiency of the local rail industry by equipping freight cars with premium Timken be... 25.03.2014  09:24

• 1.5 thousand people suffered during the Kiev riots - Ministry of Health On the territory of Ukraine, due to uncontrolled rallies and riots taking place on the streets of Kiev and other cities, the number of victims increased again, and already amounts to 1,500 people. This information is reported by the official website of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine. Cases of... 24.03.2014  18:08

• The future of the South Stream gas pipeline is in question The prospects for the South Stream pipeline project, which is required to transport Russian gas to Europe, are in doubt due to the escalating dispute over Ukraine. Paolo Scaroni, CEO of ENI, said during parliamentary hearings in Rome that the future of the pipeline is "somewhat darkened." The... 24.03.2014  16:31

• China seeks to influence the formation of the price of iron ore China is looking to create giant mining groups to play a more active role in iron ore price negotiations with rivals around the world. The country plans to create a large mining conglomerate with a focus on iron ore mining and smelting operations based on the state-owned metallurgical producer... 24.03.2014  15:41

• A curator was appointed to the Russian Crimea Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Kozak will oversee Crimea in the Russian government. This was announced by the Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Dmitry Medvedev at a meeting on the socio-economic development of Crimea and Sevastopol today on March 24. “The topic of Crimea will be led by D... 24.03.2014  12:23

• Russia got $ 10 million worth of goods from the Lviv region in January. In January 2014, the export of goods from the Lviv region amounted to $ 98.7 million, imports to the region - $ 186.7 million, according to the Lviv Regional State Administration. Compared to January 2013, exports from the Lviv region increased by 11.1 percent, or $ 9.8 million, imports - by... 24.03.2014  11:38

• Today in Crimea, the ruble has become the official currency Since Monday, the only official currency in Crimea has been the ruble, according to the Bank of Crimea. This means that scholarships, pensions and salaries for government employees will be paid in rubles. The hryvnia will remain in circulation until January 1, 2016. All calculations will be... 23.03.2014  23:11

• In Belgium, Industeel will renew its continuous casting line ArcelorMittal recently approved a € 18 million investment to modernize the continuous casting line at its Industeel plant in Charleroi, Belgium, including new stars for drive chains of lifting equipment. The new line will allow Industeel to produce slabs up to 355 mm thick and up to 2.2 meters l... 23.03.2014  11:14