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April 2016
ARTICLES
Analysis of Heat Treat Growth on Carburized Ring Gear and Multivariate Regression Model Development
In gear manufacturing and machine assembly, dimensional stability of each component and conformance to print requirements are of critical importance. During processing, dimensional changes associated with each manufacturing step must be consistent and predictable so that the final part size conforms to the print tolerances and assembles properly. Misalignment of the assembled components may cause […]
Coupling CFD and Oil Quench Hardening Analysis of a Gear Component
Today, powertrain development is driven in the direction of weight reduction by replacing heavier components with low-cost or higher strength alloys for industries such as automotive, aerospace, and process engineering. Accurate prediction and optimization of the heat treatment process of metal parts is important to achieve optimum material properties or to increase the magnitude of […]
Residual Stress Distribution in an Induction Hardened Gear
A vast majority of steel gears are heat treated in order to obtain the desirable properties of a final product such as a high wear resistance and a long fatigue life. There are numerous heat treating techniques available today. Which one is chosen depends on many factors including the required hardening pattern, allowable distortion, post-heat-treatment […]
Case Study: Laser Hardening
To increase the hardness of a steel material, there are basically three required steps in the hardening process. Step one is to heat the material, step two is to keep the temperature above a certain hardening temperature level for a certain time (dwell time), and step three is the quick cooling of the part, often […]
Improved Materials and Enhanced Fatigue Resistance for Gear Components
For decades, the gear industry has addressed the challenge to produce high-performance components in a cost-effective manner. To meet design intent, vehicle transmission components need to be heat treated. In many applications, the high demands regarding service life of components can be reached only by the application of a customized case hardening. This case hardening […]
NEWS
Ipsen Offers App and Demonstration of Predictive Maintenance Software at FNA 2016
Ipsen will provide an in-depth look at its latest technologies and advancements during Furnaces North America (FNA) 2016. From cutting-edge predictive maintenance capabilities to advanced vacuum and atmosphere heat-treating systems, Ipsen will highlight real-life customer experiences and innovations throughout time. At Booth #201/203, Ipsen offers an interactive tour experience and a live demo of the […]
September 8, 2016
New Grip Smart System for Hot Workpieces by Wickert
Wickert Hydraulic Presses is a global manufacturer of fixture hardening systems for heat treated high-tolerance parts, such as the carburization of gears or parts requiring forming and hardening. Wickert’s 110 years of in-depth knowledge of the process has led it to develop a new and innovative technology — Grip Smart System (GSS) grippers. Wickert’s GSS […]
April 20, 2016
Heat Treat Expansion Complete at McInnes Rolled Rings
McInnes Rolled Rings recently completed an $8 million, 25,000-square-foot expansion to its current manufacturing facility. The addition expands its present heat treat size capabilities by providing the ability to quench and temper forgings up to 144 inches in diameter. With separate high agitation water and polymer quench tanks, this new state-of-the-art bay will significantly expand […]
April 20, 2016
Thermex Metal Treating Expands Plant Capacity with Seco/Warwick’s ZeroFlow Technology
Thermex Metal Treating is expanding capacity at its facility in Canada with the purchase of a gas nitrider with vertical pit-style loading and Seco/Warwick’s proprietary ZeroFlow™ control technology and ferritic nitrocarburizing capability. Thermex offers a wide range of ferrous metal heat treating processes and services in Western Canada from its base in Edmonton, Alberta. The […]
April 20, 2016
Grieve’s 2000°F Inert Atmosphere, Heavy-Duty Furnace Used for Turbine Components
No. 1039 is a 2000°F (1093°C) inert atmosphere, heavy-duty furnace from Grieve that is currently being used for heat treating turbine components at the customer’s facility. Workspace dimensions of this furnace measure 36" w x 60" d x 36" h. Also, 73 kW are installed in ICA wire coils supported by vacuum-formed ceramic fiber installed […]
April 20, 2016
Heat-Absorbing Compound Blocks Heat Transfer Through Metal
Alvin Products of Everett, Massachusetts, recently released its heat-absorbing compound that protects metal from heat damage and prevents heat from traveling through the metal surface and potentially damaging or discoloring parts. Alvin® Heat-Block is a compound formulated to eliminate and protect metal against heat damage and discoloration during brazing, soldering, welding, and other procedures. It […]
April 20, 2016
Jeff Opitz Joins CeraMaterials
CeraMaterials recently announced that Jeff Opitz has joined CeraMaterials as its technical sales specialist in the Port Jervis, New York, headquarters facility. Opitz has a B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh in economics and communications with 10 years of sales and marketing experience. Opitz honed his sales skills at Metrie, a Sauder Company, while marketing […]
April 20, 2016
Timken Names Roellgen, Ruel, and Connors to Executive Sales and Marketing Roles
The Timken Company, a global leader in tapered roller bearings, has named Andreas Roellgen and Brian J. Ruel to the positions of vice president of sales. Ruel leads the company’s selling team across the Americas, and Roellgen will oversee the Timken sales organization for the rest of the world. In addition, Michael J. Connors will […]
April 20, 2016
