
COMPANY PROFILE
‘We let demand drive a lot of our decisions’
Machine shops exist across the U.S. in all shapes and sizes; however, that “uniqueness” can sometimes cause customers to question consistency in the final...
HOT SEAT
Titanium and its alloys
In this column, I will discuss the different types of titanium alloys and review their physical metallurgy.
Introduction
Titanium alloys are widely used in aerospace, chemical,...
METAL URGENCY
Capturing the critical transfer step
One of the most overlooked processes in heat treatment of steel parts is the transfer step where parts are moved from the heating furnace...
CERAMICS WORKS
Reasons to consider low biopersistent fiber insulation
When it comes to high-temperature furnace lining applications, most people are used to using traditional ceramic fiber blanket. This is the itchy white stuff...
QUALITY COUNTS
Keeping the momentum going
One of the challenging things about manufacturing is the need to continually stay motivated each day. This is because in the manufacturing world of...
Q&A
Q&A with Andrew Tucker
With the growing demand for heat-treating processes across industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, and energy, advanced ceramics are playing an increasingly vital role in driving innovation and efficiency.
Thermal Processing talked with Andrew...
A message from the new IFHTSE vice president
It is a great honor to serve as your new vice president. I take on this role out of deep passion for our field...

Stowe & Sons provides energy engineering services to a diverse range of sectors
In the fall of 2025, after 24 years in industrial manufacturing plants followed by 14 years in the energy engineering business, owner and principal...
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