Expert Duplex Stainless Steel Fabrication (2205, 2507, & 2101 LDX)

ISO 9001:2015 Certified
ASME Certified
Founded 1951

Duplex stainless steels offer a powerful combination of high strength and superior corrosion resistance, but realizing these benefits demands a fabrication partner with specialized expertise. These alloys are notoriously unforgiving; their unique metallurgical balance is their greatest strength and biggest vulnerability. Improper forming or welding techniques can irrevocably compromise the material’s integrity, leading to premature component failure.

At Northern Manufacturing, we are experts in mitigating this risk. We transform the challenges of duplex steel into opportunities, delivering spec-ready, high-performance components that meet the stringent demands of industries from Water & Wastewater to Chemical Processing.

  • Custom Stainless Fabrication Experts
  • Advanced Fabrication Technologies
  • Expert Team with Decades of Experience
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Our Duplex Fabrication Capabilities

We provide a one-stop-shop solution for the complete fabrication lifecycle of duplex stainless steel components.

Materials Handled

We have proven experience and qualified procedures for a range of duplex grades, including

  • Lean Duplex: 2101 LDX
  • Standard Duplex: 2205
  • Super Duplex: 2507

Welding & Fabrication: The Core of Our Expertise

Welding is the most critical step

  • Strict Heat Input Control
  • Interpass Temperature Management
  • Qualified Welding Procedures (WPS/PQR)

Forming, Rolling, and Finishing

Leveraging our advanced equipment

  • Heavy Forming & Bending
  • Cylinder & Shell Rolling
  • Pickling & Passivation

Why Partner with a Duplex Fabrication Specialist?

Choosing a fabricator for duplex steel is a critical extension of the engineering process. A non-specialist can inadvertently introduce brittle intermetallic phases (like Sigma phase) by failing to control thermal cycles during welding. This destroys the material’s toughness and corrosion resistance, creating a component that is a ticking time bomb in the field. Our entire process is engineered to preserve the carefully balanced austenite-ferrite microstructure that gives duplex its exceptional properties.

We Mitigate Manufacturability Risk

Our deep experience prevents the costly failures and delays that occur when fabricators cannot meet the tight tolerances and complex weld procedures required for materials like Duplex 2205.

We Guarantee Metallurgical Integrity

We enforce rigid controls over every thermal operation, from welding to hot forming, to prevent the formation of deleterious phases.

We Deliver Verifiable Quality

As an ISO 9001:2015 certified and ASME-compliant fabricator, we provide the documentation and traceability required for your most critical quality audits.

Quality Assurance & Verification for Duplex Components

We build trust through verification.
Our ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System incorporates duplex-specific inspection points to guarantee compliance and performance.

ASME Code Compliance

We fabricate pressure vessels and components in full accordance with ASME standards.

Ferrite Content Measurement

We use calibrated equipment to perform in-process Ferrite Testing.

Positive Material Identification (PMI)

Our inspectors use handheld PMI analyzers to verify the grade of all incoming duplex raw materials.

Comprehensive Documentation

We provide full documentation packages, including Material Test Reports (MTRs).

Quality and Compliance as a Cornerstone

For our partners in regulated industries, meticulous documentation and verifiable quality are non-negotiable. Our entire operation is built upon a framework of rigorous quality assurance.

Challenge

A client required a complex manifold for a wastewater treatment facility, a component exposed to high chloride levels that put standard stainless steels at risk of stress corrosion cracking.

Solution

We collaborated with the client, fabricating the assembly from Duplex 2205. Our CWI-supervised welding team executed all joints using qualified GTAW procedures, controlling heat input to preserve the material’s superior corrosion resistance.

Outcome

The finished component was delivered on time with a full documentation package, providing the client with a durable, long-life solution that mitigates corrosion risk and reduces total cost of ownership.

Restore and Protect Your Critical Assets

Our team is ready to review the specific requirements of your project. Whether you need to ensure regulatory compliance, maximize the lifespan of a large-scale fabrication, or solve a complex surface treatment challenge, we have the expertise and capacity to deliver.