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High-performance titanium materials supplying key industries across Kinshasa and the Democratic Republic of Congo
Conforming to ASTM B265 international standard, our CP titanium sheets deliver exceptional purity, formability and corrosion resistance for demanding Congo DRC industrial environments.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Purity | ≥ 99.5% Ti |
| Tensile Strength | 240 MPa min. |
| Yield Strength | 170 MPa min. |
| Elongation | ≥ 24% |
| Standard | ASTM B265 |
| Thickness | 0.3 – 100 mm |
| Width | 400 – 3000 mm |
| Surface | Cold-rolled bright / Acid-washed / Sandblasted |
| Key Feature | Highest formability, excellent corrosion resistance |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Purity | ≥ 99.2% Ti |
| Tensile Strength | 345 MPa min. |
| Yield Strength | 275 MPa min. |
| Elongation | ≥ 20% |
| Standard | ASTM B265 |
| Thickness | 0.3 – 100 mm |
| Width | 400 – 3000 mm |
| Surface | Cold-rolled bright / Pickled / Hot-rolled / Black oxide |
| Key Feature | Optimal strength-to-weight, superb weldability |
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Why Grade 1 & Grade 2 Titanium Sheets are becoming essential in the DRC's rapidly expanding industrial economy
The DRC holds over 70% of the world's cobalt reserves alongside vast copper, coltan and gold deposits. CP titanium sheets (GR1/GR2) are increasingly used in hydrometallurgical leaching tanks, electrode plates and process vessels where extreme acid resistance is mandatory. Kinshasa-based smelters and Katanga province processors represent the largest growing demand segment.
Driven by the DRC's national infrastructure development plan and Chinese-backed Belt & Road affiliated projects, titanium cladding and structural sheets are being specified for landmark buildings in Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Goma — valued for their 50+ year lifespan with zero maintenance in tropical humid conditions.
The expanding Congolese chemical industry — including fertiliser production, chlor-alkali plants and sulphuric acid facilities in the industrial zone around Kinshasa — requires large-format GR2 titanium sheets for reactor liners, heat exchangers and storage vessels, driven by the material's unmatched resistance to aggressive media.
The DRC government's initiative to improve potable water access across its 100+ million population is creating demand for titanium components in water treatment facilities. GR1 titanium's biocompatibility and GR2's structural strength make them the preferred choice for filtration membranes, piping headers and pressure vessels.
The Congo River's Grand Inga hydroelectric project — potentially the world's largest — along with thermal and solar installations are driving demand for titanium condenser tubing sheets and heat dissipation components. GR2 sheet is specified for cooling water system cladding in high-humidity equatorial environments.
The Congo River is Central Africa's primary commercial artery. Titanium hull plating and structural sheets (GR1/GR2) are increasingly adopted for high-value vessels and barges to resist brackish river water corrosion, dramatically reducing maintenance downtime and operational lifecycle costs for fleet operators in Kinshasa port.
Founded in 2001, ProX Metal is a high-tech enterprise specialising in the development, production and servicing of pure and alloy titanium materials. As a leading manufacturer of raw titanium materials, we focus on providing cost-effective, stable, high-end titanium materials applied in chemical, oil & gas, marine and electronics fields. We are ISO 9001:2015 certified and hold 14 national patents.
Our dedicated team of engineers and logistics specialists understand the unique procurement challenges facing buyers in Central Africa, including the DRC. We offer streamlined export documentation, competitive FOB/CIF pricing to Kinshasa and Matadi ports, and a responsive technical support team available across time zones.
Complete titanium metal production chain with 100+ advanced machines and 8,000 tons annual output of pure titanium and alloy materials.
ISO 9001:2015 certified with rigorous quality management system meeting the highest safety standards for titanium raw material production.
15+ years average industry experience. Our R&D team assists with custom alloy development and specification matching for unique industrial requirements.
10+ tons spot inventory available for immediate dispatch, supporting small emergency orders and frequently requested standard products.
Key forces shaping the demand for Grade 1 & Grade 2 titanium sheets in the Congolese market through 2030
As global demand for EV batteries escalates, DRC's cobalt and lithium processing capacity is rapidly expanding. Hydromet facilities require vast quantities of GR2 titanium sheets for electrowinning cells, solvent extraction vessels and acid-resistant piping manifolds — creating the single largest growth driver for titanium sheet imports into Kinshasa over the next decade.
The DRC government's push to add value to raw mineral exports through local processing and manufacturing is spurring new chemical plant construction. Equipment fabricators in Kinshasa and Kolwezi are increasingly sourcing GR1/GR2 titanium sheets directly from international manufacturers, bypassing traditional regional intermediaries and seeking competitive factory pricing.
Sino-Congolese joint ventures in mining, road, rail and energy sectors are introducing Chinese engineering standards that frequently specify titanium materials. This is accelerating the adoption of ASTM and GB-equivalent titanium sheet grades in DRC industrial projects, with procurement often facilitated through Chinese EPC contractors familiar with ProX Metal's product range.
Increasing pressure from international lenders (World Bank, AfDB) on DRC mining operators to meet ESG and environmental standards is forcing upgrades to older carbon steel equipment. Titanium's zero-leach, non-contaminating properties make GR1 and GR2 sheets the environmentally compliant upgrade choice for process contact surfaces in sensitive ecological zones.
Congolese industrial buyers are increasingly leveraging digital platforms and direct B2B manufacturer websites to source titanium materials, bypassing traditional African trading intermediaries. This trend is reducing cost layers in the supply chain and enabling direct access to factory pricing, with ProX Metal's online presence serving buyers across Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Mbuji-Mayi.
How Grade 1 & Grade 2 titanium sheets are being applied across key Congolese industries today
Cobalt sulphate production plants in Katanga province use GR2 titanium sheet liners in leaching tanks to withstand concentrated sulphuric acid at elevated temperatures, replacing rubber-lined steel that failed within 18 months.
The Société Congolaise de Raffinage (SOCIR) and associated facilities use titanium sheet-fabricated heat exchangers in crude desalting units, where the combination of hydrogen sulphide, chlorides and high temperature demands GR2's exceptional corrosion performance.
Commercial barge operators on the Congo River system are adopting GR1 titanium sheet hull sections for cargo vessels and passenger ferries operating in the river's variable mineral-laden water chemistry, reducing dry-dock intervals from 3 years to over 15 years.
The expanded Kinshasa water treatment infrastructure, serving over 17 million urban residents, incorporates GR2 titanium sheet filter frames and membrane support structures for their proven biocompatibility, long service life and resistance to chlorine disinfection chemistry.
We have multiple products for you to choose from — serving global industries including the Congo (Kinshasa) market
In the chemical industry, titanium is widely used against highly corrosive media such as chlor-alkali and sulphuric acid. It ensures efficient and safe operation of chemical production, prevents material leakage and guarantees product quality.
Supplies the high-strength, corrosion-resistant titanium materials for exploration, production and refining oil. GR2 titanium sheet is the industry standard for heat exchanger tubing and vessel cladding.
Corrosion resistance in seawater and brackish applications makes titanium the material of choice in marine applications — including Congo River commercial vessels and port infrastructure.
Titanium can improve the efficiency and extend the life of desalination and water treatment equipment due to its corrosion resistance, high strength, light weight and good thermal conductivity.
Contact us for the best price on Grade 1 & Grade 2 titanium sheets shipped to Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and all DRC ports. Would you like to know more? We can give you the answer. For inquiries about our products, please leave your e-mail and we will reply within 24 hours.
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