Elemental Analysis - Nickel (Ni)

Nickel is a silvery-white metal that is often used to make stainless steel and other alloys stronger and more resistant to extreme temperatures and corrosive environments. About 80 percent of primary (non-recycled) nickel consumed in the United States is used in stainless steel and superalloys.

Because nickel increases an alloy's resistance to corrosion and its ability to withstand extreme temperatures, parts made from nickel-containing alloys are often used in harsh environments such as chemical plants, oil refineries, jet engines and power generation plants, and offshore facilities. Medical equipment, pots and cutlery are often made of stainless steel because it is easy to clean and sterilize.

Nickel is an essential trace element for the health of some animals. Some people are sensitive to nickel and develop an allergic reaction if their skin comes into close contact with it. While many nickel alloys, including stainless steel, do not cause health problems, special precautions are necessary to ensure the safety of those working with some other nickel compounds and even metallic nickel as they are known to cause cancer.

Nickel is the fifth most abundant element on earth. But most of this nickel is found in the core.

In the tests and analyzes carried out in our institution, which has a wide range of technological equipment, trained and experienced staff and applies the most modern methods, national and international standards and legal regulations in force are complied with. Among the numerous tests carried out in this context, there are nickel (Ni) testing services within the framework of elemental analysis.