Vanadium is a hard silver-grey, ductile and malleable metal. It’s the 22nd most abundant element in the earth’s crust and is so valuable it is listed as a “Critical Mineral” in a number of countries. It also holds the title as the 6th strongest metal on earth.
Vanadium global resources are estimated to exceed 64 million metric tons, with over 24 million tons of known reserves – that’s enough to meet current demand for well over 150 years. Plus, vanadium can be sustainably recovered from waste material, making it a truly eco-friendly, sustainable choice.
This valuable metal has a great many uses across several industry sectors. Just a small amount of vanadium can increase the strength of steel making it resistant to shock, vibration and even corrosion. When paired with titanium it forms the strongest light-weight material known to man. The process of combining vanadium with other materials is known as micro-alloying.
90% of the worlds vanadium goes into the steel industry. Vanadium micro-alloyed steel has an increased yield strength of 30 to 100% for stronger infrastructure using less material and a lower carbon footprint.
Vanadium-alloyed steels help build lighter, stronger vehicles with improved lifespan and fuel efficiency. In shipbuilding it’s used to create high-performance vessels that are both strong and resistant to corrosion. Aerospace makes use of vanadium rich alloys for improved strength, weight reduction and fuel efficiency.
Vanadium also holds the key to our clean energy future. Enter vanadium flow batteries – these innovative batteries offer long duration energy storage and scalability for renewable energy like wind and solar. They capture and store massive amounts of energy when available, storing this power for when it is needed. These revolutionary vanadium batteries have the benefit of being one of the most recyclable types of battery available.
At Rhovan, we understand the importance of a reliable and trusted vanadium supplier. That’s why we’re committed to being your partner of choice, delivering on these key promises:
Backed by over 35 years in the industry, we have the expertise and proven track record to consistently meet your vanadium needs.
As part of Glencore, a leading player in the global commodities market, we offer the stability and resources necessary for long-term partnerships.
We are among the world’s largest producers of vanadium products, and are proud to hold international accreditations showcasing our commitment to quality.
We are dedicated to operating responsibly and ethically. Sustainability is a core value, and we ensure all our operations adhere to the highest environmental and social standards.
We believe in giving back to the communities where we operate. Our commitment to social responsibility extends beyond mining, fostering positive change and development.
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