Unlike conventional steel rebar, stainless steel rebar does not corrode and is an ideal solution for harsh environments.

In sewage treatment stainless steel has a track record of superior technical and economic performance. Its further development potential in this application is huge: urbanisation is accelerating throughout the world. The efficient handling and treatment of waste water is a key element of sustainable urban development. Euro Inox has issued a new brochure, which shares current experience with designers and operators of waste water treatment facilities.

A completely revised and updated version of the BSSA Guide to Stainless Steel Specifications was published in June. Since the last edition, published in 2003, there have been important changes to the most frequently used stainless steel standards for flat and long products and new standards for tubular products.

Next ICDA event will be held in Shanghai, 30th November - 2nd December 2010. The conference documents will be available from the website in September.

Susan Visser from Xstrata was nominated new Chairman of the ICDA Health Safety and Environment Committee in Almaty.