zirconium

Zirconium is a silver-gray transition metal, a type of element that is malleable and ductile and easily forms stable compounds. It is also highly resistant to corrosion. Let’s take a look at some facts about the metal as well as where you might use it and where you can get […]

You’ve might have heard and seen zirconium from various TV shows and documentaries, but what and where does this precious metal come from? To start, zirconium comes from the mineral zircon that belongs to the group of nesosilicates that are rock-forming minerals. This metal is usually used as a refractory […]

Have you heard of the metal zirconium? It’s a chemical element that is strong and solid at room temperature. It requires complex physio-chemical processes to get there. When it is in pure form, it becomes a corrosion-resistant metal that can handle high water temperatures. In addition, it can create different […]

Construction for the chemical processing sector is one of the most common uses of zirconium as a corrosion-resistant material. In most organic and inorganic acids, strong alkalis, salt solutions, and some molten salts, zirconium has high corrosion resistance. The exceptional corrosion resistance qualities can even extend its useful life beyond […]

When it comes to choosing parts and components for your next project, it can be difficult to determine the best material for your specific needs. There are so many different metals and alloys to choose from, each with their own set of benefits. One type of material that you might […]

There are a wide range of zirconium components in the metalworking industry. There are ingots, forgings, plates, sheets, rods, tubing, and so many other parts that are all made out of this metal. But what exactly is Zirconium? Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about this […]

The ability of a metal to undergo deformation without cracking by means of forging is what experts call the forgeability of a metal. With this characteristic, metals can easily be formed with low force and resistance. For instance, closed die forging involves a process wherein the dies move toward each […]

Zirconium and its alloys show exceptional resistance to sulfuric acid at temperatures above boiling point and concentrations up to 70%. This is over and above to resisting HCI. At temperatures above boiling and concentrations of 90%, the corrosion rate of nitric acid is less than 1 million per year. This […]

In the forging industry, companies often look for products with plasticity matching, good strength, moderate density, and can withstand a high-temperature atmosphere. Like titanium, zirconium also has outstanding corrosion resistance in several alkali and acid media. It is among the few essential structural materials used by nuclear industries.Here are the […]

There are several chemical elements that are ubiquitous in nature. But did you know that zirconium belongs to this category? This chemical element is mainly discovered in sand and rock deposits, where it is mined and purified.It is a transition metal that closely resembles hafnium and, to a lesser extent, […]