The Foundation of Thermal Endurance and Energy Density
Nickel is the primary matrix for materials designed to operate at the limits of physics. Prized for its exceptional ductility, corrosion resistance, and ferromagnetism, Nickel is the essential component in superalloys that must maintain structural integrity under extreme centrifugal stress and searing heat.Less Common Metals (LCM) specialises in the Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM) and Vacuum Remelting (VR) of technical-grade Nickel. Our expertise lies in creating complex Nickel-based intermetallics (this often integrates rare earth elements like Lanthanum, Cerium, and Scandium) to achieve specific electrochemical or mechanical properties. Whether for aerospace turbines or advanced hydrogen storage research, our facility based in Ellesmere Port ensures the high-purity standards required for “Class 1” technical applications.