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Reclaim, Reform, Repurpose. Leading the Charge in Processing & Trading Alloy Scraps.

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Reclaim

Reclaiming alloy scrap is at the heart of our mission at Nicore. We believe in giving discarded metal a new lease on life. By sourcing what might be considered waste, we actively contribute to conserving our precious natural resources and minimizing environmental impact. The process of reclaiming alloy scrap not only reduces the burden on landfills but also lessens the need for extracting and refining new raw materials.

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Reform

Reforming metals is an essential process in metal recycling. This step involves preparing recycled or raw metal materials to meet specific requirements before they are used in the foundry for casting and molding processes.

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Repurpose

After recycling, repurposing metals is the next step in the sustainable lifecycle of these materials. Repurposing involves taking recycled metals and transforming them into new products or components for various applications, extending their useful life and reducing the need for raw material extraction.

Nicore Metals & Alloys is an esteemed company known for its excellence in global trading and recycling of specialty alloys, minor metals and non-ferrous metals. As a key player in the industry, we take pride in sourcing and supplying metals to meet the global demand, ensuring a seamless flow of materials in the market.

What we do

Recycling

At Nicore, metal recycling is at the heart of our core business, and it plays a pivotal role in our commitment to reducing CO2 emissions and combating climate change. By recycling metal instead of producing it from raw materials through primary production, we significantly lower energy consumption, leading to reduced greenhouse gas emissions, including CO2.

Embracing the principles of a circular economy, metal recycling aligns with our dedication to continuously reuse and repurpose materials, promoting a more sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to resource utilization. Through active engagement in metal recycling efforts, we strive to make a positive impact on reducing CO2 emissions and addressing the global challenge of climate change.

Reduction

Through strategic partnerships, Nicore efficiently arranges size reduction services at specialized facilities. This essential process reduces the bulk of collected metals, making them more manageable for further processing. By optimizing the size of the materials, we enhance downstream operations, saving resources, and promoting the production of high-quality end products that meet the stringent standards of the melting industry.

Recovery

Through strategic partnerships, Nicore engages in the valuable process of PGM (Platinum Group Metals) recovery from waste extractions. This specialized practice involves extracting and recycling precious metals, including platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium, ruthenium, and osmium, from diverse waste sources.

PGMs are highly prized for their rarity and possess exceptional catalytic properties, making them crucial components in various industrial applications. Some of the significant waste sources from which we recover PGMs include spent catalytic converters, electronic waste, and certain industrial residues.

Sorting

Nicore plays a vital role in the efficient collection of specialty alloys, exotic metals, and non-ferrous metals from diverse sources. Our warehouse serves as a central hub where we carefully sort these materials based on their unique properties and characteristics. This meticulous sorting process ensures that the metals are well-prepared for their onward journey towards repurposing and recycling. As a result of our efforts, these metals find their way to smelters worldwide, contributing significantly to a sustainable circular economy.

By facilitating the recycling and repurposing of these valuable materials, Nicore actively promotes resource conservation and minimizes environmental impact. Our commitment to sustainability and responsible practices drives us to make a positive impact in the global supply chain and contribute to a greener future.

Quality

At Nicore, we employ a comprehensive approach to early stage testing by utilizing advanced analytical techniques. Our process begins with Niton XRF and Feuss Spectrometer, which provide initial insights into the composition of the materials.

To ensure thorough and precise analysis, we complement these methods with in-depth testing using sophisticated equipment, such as Optical Emission Spectrometer (OES), Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (AAS), Wet Chemical Analysis (WC), and LECO Gas analysis. These techniques enable us to obtain detailed information about the alloys and elements under evaluation.

By incorporating a combination of cutting-edge instruments, we can confidently deliver accurate and reliable results, supporting our commitment to providing high-quality materials to the smelting industry and other applications.

Sustainability

Shaping the horizon

Sustainable metal recycling is a transformative process that turns discarded materials into valuable resources, leading to significant environmental benefits. By recycling metals, we save natural resources, conserve energy, and effectively reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills. However, sustainable metal recycling goes beyond simple recycling; it represents a proactive approach to environmental stewardship and contributes to building a healthier future for our planet.

In a circular economy, the concept of sustainability is at its core. Instead of the traditional linear model of “take, make, dispose,” a circular economy aims to keep resources in use for as long as possible, extracting maximum value from them during their lifecycle. When it comes to metal recycling, this means extracting metals from discarded products, reusing them in new manufacturing processes, and continuously cycling them back into the economy.

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Alloys

Types of metals and alloys

Nicore specializes in a wide range of alloys supplied to smelters. Our extensive product portfolio includes alloys and elements available in various forms, such as solids, turnings, powders, and sludges. With our expertise in quality assurance and the support of a professional laboratory, we conduct comprehensive chemical analyses to ensure the delivery of pure alloys to the smelters.

Our commitment to maintaining high standards of quality enables us to meet the rigorous requirements of the smelting industry. As a result, we are proud to provide top-notch materials suitable for diverse applications. At Nicore, we take pride in delivering reliable and high-quality products to our valued clients in the smelting sector.

Nicore specializes in a wide range of alloys supplied to smelters. Our extensive product portfolio includes alloys and elements available in various forms, such as solids, turnings, powders, and sludges. With our expertise in quality assurance and the support of a professional laboratory, we conduct comprehensive chemical analyses to ensure the delivery of pure alloys to the smelters.

Our commitment to maintaining high standards of quality enables us to meet the rigorous requirements of the smelting industry. As a result, we are proud to provide top-notch materials suitable for diverse applications. At Nicore, we take pride in delivering reliable and high-quality products to our valued clients in the smelting sector.


Chemical and Food Industry, Aero Engine Parts


Heat Resistant, Corrosion Resistant, Acid Resistant


Hastelloy A
Hastelloy B
Hastelloy B2
Hastelloy C276
Hastelloy C22
Hastelloy C4
Hastelloy D
Hastelloy F
Hastelloy G
Hastelloy N
Hastelloy R
Hastelloy S
Hastelloy W
Hastelloy X
Langalloy 4R
Langalloy 5R
Langalloy 7R
PE 7
PE 10
PE 11
PE 13
PE 16
Illium G
Illium R
C130
Inconel 600
Inconel 601
Inconel 625
Inconel 690
Inconel 702
Inconel 706
Inconel 713C
Inconel 718


Cutting Tools


High Hardness, High Density


Densalloy Magnetic
Mallory 1000
Heavy Metal
Tungsten Carbide S2
Tungsten Carbide S3
Tungsten Carbide D2
Tungsten Carbide 78B
Tungsten Carbide 78
Tungsten Carbide 350
Tungsten Carbide 370


Domestic, Food and Dairy Industries, Decorative and Constructions


Corrosion Resistant


Duplex
AISI 302 (EN58)
AISI 304
AISI 309
AISI 316
AISI 317
AISI 321 (EN58B)
AISI 347/348 (EN58F,G)
AISI 409
AISI 420 (EN56/S62)
AISI 430 (FI 17)
AISI 431 (EN57/S80)
Crown Min
Crown Max
17-4 PH
17-7 PH
FV 520 (B)
FV 535
Rex 448
Jethete M152
Jethete M190
G18B
Ferralium
Kanthal


Mainly used in aero engine parts


High Temperature Alloys, Heat Resistant, Corrosion Resistant, Creep Resistant


C242
C263
C1023
Incoloy 903
Incoloy 907
Inconel 617
Inconel 700
IN 100 (PK24)
IN-731
IN-738
IN-792
IN939 (Nimocast 739)
Incoloy 807
SRR99
Nimonic 90
Nimonic 91
Nimonic 105/108
Nimonic 115/118
Nimonic PK31
Nimonic PK33
GTD 111
GTD 222
RA 333
Rene 41
M252
Thetalloy (PWA 651)
Waspaloy
Astraloy
Udimet 500 (PK25)
Udimet 520
Udimet 600
Udimet 700 (Rene 77)
Udimet 710
Udimet 720
MAR M-246
Rene 80
Rene 88


Marine Castings


Heat Resistant, Corrosion Resistant


Monel 410 (R)
Monel 410
Monel 506 (H)
Monel K 500
Monel 505 (S)


Cutting of Metals (High Cutting Rates)


Wear Resistant, High Hardness at Temperature


M1
M2 and M3
M4
M7
M10
M15
M30
M33
M35
M42
M50
T1
T4
T5
T6
T7
T15
T21
T42


Aero Engine Parts


Heat Resistant, Corrosion Resistant, Wear Resistant


Stellite® 1
Stellite® 3
Stellite® 4
Stellite® 6
Stellite® 7
Stellite® 8 (F75)
Stellite® 12
Stellite® 19
Stellite® 20
Stellite® 21
Stellite® 23
Stellite® 25 (L605)
Stellite® 30
Stellite® 31 (X40)
Stellite® X45
Stellite® 100
Stellite® 151
Stellite® 188
WI-52 (PWA 653)
S 816
Elgiloy
Umco 50
Umco 51


Corrosion Resistant


Decorative, Water/Heat Transfer


Eureka
Constantan (Cupron)
Ferry Metal (Copel)
Cupro Nickel 70/30
Cupro Nickel 80/20
Cupro Nickel 90/10
Kunifer 5
Kunifer 10
Kunifer 30
10% Nickel Silver
12% Nickel Silver
15% Nickel Silver
18% Nickel Silver
DTD 268
Cormin


Tools and Dies (Cold Work), Hot Work Dies


Wear Resistant, High Hardness


D2
D3
D6
H10A
H11
H12
H13
H19
H21
H21A (or N)


Magnetic Properties (High Permeability)


Electronics Industry


Permendur
Permendur 2V
Hyperco
Hyperco 50
Hyperco 35
Hyperco 27
Hyperco 27 2V
Vicalloy


We can supply primary ferroalloys in various dimensions and chemical compositions.



Fe-Mo
Fe-Ti
Fe-V
Fe-W
Fe-Cr
Fe-Nb


Aerospace, Power Generation


High Strength to Weight Ratio, Good Corrosion Resistance


IMI 115-160 (C.P.) Grade 1
IMI 115-160 (C.P.) Grade 2
IMI 115-160 (C.P.) Grade 3
IMI 115-160 (C.P.) Grade 4
IMI 230
IMI 260
IMI 314
IMI 315
IMI 317
IMI 318
IMI 443
IMI 550
IMI 551
IMI 679
IMI 680
IMI 684
IMI 685
IMI 700
IMI 829


Electronics and Telecommunications Industries


Magnetic Properties


F Nickel
Z Nickel (Duranickel)
Mumetal (British)
Mumetal (U.S.A.)
Hy-Mu
Nilo 36 (Invar)
Nilo 42
Radiometal
Nilo 48
Nilo 50
Nilo 475
A286
Discalloy
Timken 16-25-6
Tinidur
Carpenter 20
Carpenter 20Cb/Langalloy 20V
Multimet (N-I55)
Kovar (Nilo K)


Permanent Magnets


Magnetic Properties


Alni 1
Alnico 2
Alnico 5
Alnico 8
Alcomax 2
Alcomax 3
Alcomax 4
Ticonal
3% Co
6% Co
9% Co
15% Co
35% Co


Nuclear Industrie


Corrosion Resistant


Zr 10 (C.P.)
Zr Nb
Zr 20
Zr 30
Zr 40
Zr 42

Reclaim, Reform, Repurpose. Leading the Charge in Processing Alloy Scraps.

Serving industries

Automotive

Steel, aluminum, and titanium alloys are commonly used for their strength and lightweight properties.

Surgical

Stainless steel and titanium alloys are common choices for surgical instruments and medical implants.

Packaging & food

Aluminum and tinplate are widely used for lightweight packaging and food cans.

Oil & gas

Stainless steel and nickel-based alloys are prevalent for their corrosion resistance in harsh environments.

Aerospace

Titanium alloys, nickel-based alloys, and aluminum are highly valued for their high-performance characteristics.

Construction

Steel (carbon and stainless) and aluminum alloys are essential for structural elements and architectural finishes.

Global Trading

Reshaping todays future with Nicore


Thanks to our partnerships with international logistics companies, we are capable of effortlessly handling the complexities of global trade. By leveraging their expertise, we optimize transportation, reduce lead times, and ensure reliable delivery of metals to smelters worldwide.

This approach enables us to offer competitive prices and facilitate global trade, providing our customers with an efficient and dependable supply chain to support their successful operations.

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