January 28, 2019
Precise heat treatment is vital for aerospace alloys
The stakes are high in aerospace research & development and manufacturing. In military, commercial and private aviation sectors, the industry…
August 10, 2018
Low-pressure carburizing for high-hardness and low-distortion parts
Immense pressure on industrial manufacturers to produce higher quality parts often results in advances in heat treatment techniques and technology.…
May 17, 2018
Understanding effective vs. total case depth
Case hardening is a critical thermal process that results in hard, wear-resistant part surfaces while maintaining soft, ductile cores. We…
February 20, 2018
S7, D2, A2: Difference in tool steel properties
Tool steels are unsung heroes, indirectly touching almost every aspect of modern life. Many of the everyday objects we encounter…
July 28, 2017
Hardness testing methods: Rockwell, Brinell and microhardness
Heat treating has evolved into a highly complex, precise process that improves characteristics of metal parts. A critical component of…
July 3, 2017
How heat treating impacts material specification
One of the keys to successful manufacturing of metal parts is understanding how the journey from raw material to finished…