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September 2017
ARTICLES
Single-piece flow case hardening can be worked into in-line manufacturing
Case hardening by carburizing is the most common heat treatment in mass production, which relies on atmosphere or vacuum carburizing followed by oil or gas quenching and finally by tempering. Parts being heat-treated undergo the process in a configuration of a batch that consists of hundreds or thousands of pieces. It’s obvious a particular part […]
Case Study: Cost effective, low distortion carburizing of internal helical ring gear for transmissions
There are many critical factors that are assessed when designing a gear that will be used in demanding applications such as engines or transmissions. Design engineers typically assess gear material, availability, cost, formability, machineability, and heat-treat ability for the specific application. They also evaluate the materials’ anticipated loads and the materials’ mechanical properties, such as […]
Extending Performance
Metal gears and precision components of all types are in growing demand for robotics, particularly in industrial sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and machinery. Innovative gear designs make possible industrial and service robots capable of virtually any desired motion. Sequences can be programmed for specific operations, from welding and assembly, to even delicate tasks such […]
NEWS
Wisconsin Oven ships sand core drying ovens to the foundry industry
Wisconsin Oven Corporation shipped two natural gas fired Enhanced Duty Walk-In Series Ovens to the foundry industry. The batch ovens will dry sand cores used in the casting process of a variety of parts. Each of the work chamber dimensions of these sand core dryers is 10” W x 8” H x 20” L, with […]
September 13, 2017
Automotive corporation’s bearing division bolsters production
A global automotive corporation’s American-based bearing division placed an order with Can-Eng Furnaces International for a mesh belt furnace system for heat-treating thrust races, retainer/cages, and washers. The new, CQI-9 compliant production line features built-in flexibility that allows for both neutral hardening and carburizing. Included with the system is: An atmosphere-controlled hardening furnace, salt quench, […]
September 13, 2017
E-Instruments Offers New E8500 Plus Portable Emissions Analyzer
The new E8500 Plus emissions analyzer is a complete portable tool for EPA compliance level emissions monitoring and testing. The E8500 Plus is ideal for regulatory and maintenance use in boiler, burner, engine, turbine, furnace, and other combustion applications. New features: Upgraded software with automatic data-logging. New PID VOC sensor option. New display screen and […]
September 13, 2017
ALBA to boost aluminum smelter production by 50 percent
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) is expanding its primary aluminum production capacity with the Line 6 Expansion Project. Upon the full ramp-up of Potline 6 in 2019, the company’s smelter capacity will be increased by more than 50 percent, to 1.5 million tons a year. This investment will make Alba one of the largest aluminum smelters […]
September 13, 2017
Bodycote Launches Game-Changing Powdermet® Technologies
Bodycote, a provider of heat treatment and specialist thermal processing services, introduces Bodycote Powdermet® technologies, a group of additive manufacturing processes used in the production of complex components using powder metallurgy. Bodycote has decades of experience creating complex, high-integrity components from powdered metal. Bodycote Powdermet® technologies now incorporate new, patent-pending techniques that combine 3D printing […]
September 13, 2017
Transor Filter expands facility In China
To meet the customer demands of an expanding Asian market, Transor Filter USA has announced expansion of its facility in Kunshan, China. Initially established in 2008, the expanded Kunshan facility now occupies 29,000 square feet and has grown to 23 employees. This staff includes sales, engineering, assembly, and service personnel. Jonathan Guo, a 16-year veteran […]
September 13, 2017
850°F gas-heated cabinet oven from Grieve
Grieve’s 850°F (454°C), gas-heated cabinet oven is used for curing paint on steel and aluminum test coupons at the customer’s facility. Workspace dimensions of this oven measure 20” W x 20” D x 20” H. 100,000 BTU/HR are installed in a modulating gas burner, while a 600 CFM, ½-HP recirculating blower provides horizontal airflow to […]
September 13, 2017
Esco pipe alignment tool sets up quickly, easily for welding
Esco Tool of Holliston, Massachusetts, has introduced a new welding joint-alignment fixture that is easier to use than a welding vise to align pipe or tube for tack welding, and create high-integrity welds. The Esco Hog Tie® boiler tube weld alignment clamp consists of one side with two through-holes, and a matching side with threaded […]
September 13, 2017
Thermal Product Solutions ships Gruenberg conveyor oven to firearms maker
Thermal Product Solutions, a global manufacturer of thermal-processing equipment, announced the shipment of a Gruenberg conveyor oven to an ammunition manufacturer. This conveyor oven will be used for annealing and stress-relieving brass castings. The maximum temperature rating of this heat treat oven is 850 degrees Fahrenheit, and the work chamber dimensions are 24” W x […]
September 13, 2017
Ipsen invests $1 million in heat treatment industry with purchase credits
Ipsen believes that one of the most valuable things a company can do is invest in others. Ipsen is also committed to advancing the heat-treating industry with the latest innovations and updated equipment. As part of that commitment, the company is investing $1 million in the industry this year. Companies can take advantage of Ipsen’s […]
September 13, 2017
Lindberg/MPH ships cyclone box furnace
Lindberg/MPH announced the shipment of a gas-fired cyclone box furnace to the heat-treat industry. The box furnace will be used for heat treating steel parts, and is the second Lindberg/MPH furnace that has been purchased by this customer. The work chamber of this heat treat furnace is designed to accept a basket with dimensions of […]
September 13, 2017