Hi, I would like to know if steel is an important material in desalination plants. If it is, could you specify what type of steel is used (i.e. flat steel products, long steel products, etc). Thanks.
yes stainless steel pipes
If stainless steels were used they would have to be high grade, high Chromium-Nickel alloyed stainless steels. The best in the range would be the Stainless Steel 316 series with superior corrosion resistance and strength. The downside to this is the expense. Carbon steel may be used but only if reinforced with a more corrosive resistant element
