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December 2025
ARTICLES
Optimizing heat treatment to improve the microstructures and mechanical properties of 5CrNiMoV steel
A strategy combining intercritical quenching, pre-tempering, and tempering processes was implemented to optimize the microstructures and mechanical properties of 5CrNiMoV steel. By intercritically quenching at 1,050°C, pre-tempering at 600°C, and tempering at 550°C, the steel exhibited a comprehensive performance with a yield strength of 1,120 MPa, an ultimate tensile strength of 1,230 MPa, and an […]
Modeling lubricant flow and thermal response for gears
Interactions between gear and lubricant are very important for understanding and predicting the efficiency and durability of a gearbox. This study investigates two aspects of lubrication related to gearboxes – lubricant flow due to rotating gears, as well as the hardware thermal response due to contact friction. The first part of the article uses computational […]
NEWS
Seco/Warwick order supports bearing company’s expansion
Seco/Warwick USA has received orders for two identical Vector single chamber vacuum furnaces from a major U.S. bearing manufacturer. Each furnace features a 36″ × 36″ × 48″ hot zone, 15-bar high-pressure gas quench (HPGQ), and a horizontal loading configuration, delivering the versatility required for precision heat treatment of bearing components. The low-pressure carburizing (LPC) furnace design, known for performance and […]
January 6, 2026
Indonesia’s Vice Minister of Industry visits Tenova HQ
Tenova, a leading developer of sustainable technologies for the metals and mining industries, welcomed Indonesia’s Vice Minister of Industry, Faisol Riza, at its global headquarters in Castellanza in December. The delegation also included Tika Wihanasari, Deputy Head of Mission of the Indonesian Embassy in Italy, and was received by Roberto Pancaldi, Tenova CEO, and the […]
January 6, 2026
ProEnergy orders Ipsen furnaces for Houston operation
ProEnergy has placed an order for four Ipsen vacuum furnaces to help meet growing demand for new fast-start gas turbines and lifecycle maintenance. ProEnergy, a vertically integrated manufacturer of power generation equipment and services, selected three Ipsen Titan furnaces and a TurboTreater for use at its new location in Houston, Texas. This 455,000-square-foot Center for […]
January 6, 2026
Bodycote carbon footprint tools validated by Bureau Veritas
Bodycote has achieved independent validation by Bureau Veritas for its proprietary product carbon footprint calculators across nine core processes representing about 80 percent of group revenues. Customers can now request carbon-footprint data for the heat treatment of their products from a Bureau Veritas-validated calculator tool with the confidence that the methodology and tool used havebeen […]
January 6, 2026
Ceramics Expo set for May 2026 in Cleveland
Registration is now open for Ceramics Expo 2026 to be held May 5-6 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ceramics Expo 2026 brings the full technical ceramics supply chain together in one place. It brings together the full technical ceramics supply chain in the center of North America’s manufacturing corridor with breakthrough materials, cutting-edge processes, and the technologies […]
January 6, 2026
Ipsen elevates seven to senior field service roles
Ipsen USA has promoted seven of its field service engineers to senior field service engineer in recognition of their exceptional technical expertise, leadership, and customer service. The newly promoted team members are Matt Hopkins, Jesse Lawrence, Larry Dahm, Glenn Hawkins, Mike Dawson, Daniel Greifemberg, and Craig Ludewig. These promotions highlight Ipsen’s commitment to developing skilled […]
December 14, 2025
Phillips Corporation and Delta H awarded USAF contract
Phillips Corporation, Federal Division, in partnership with Delta H® Technologies, has been awarded a significant U.S. Air Force (USAF) contract to deliver 38 dual-chamber aerospace heat-treating systems. These heat-treating systems will enhance mission-critical aircraft maintenance capabilities at bases across the United States and overseas. The order includes 13 Model DCAHT®-181248-1200/500-MIL units and 25 Defender Series […]
December 14, 2025
Hill receives distinguished MTI Heritage Award
Bob Hill, president of Solar Atmospheres of Western PA and Michigan, received the prestigious Heritage Award — the highest honor presented by MTI — at the Metal Treating Institute (MTI) fall meeting. This award recognizes an individual’s lifetime commitment and significant contributions to advancing the commercial heat-treating industry. More info www.solaratm.com
December 14, 2025
Ipsen Connect marks two years with upgrades
Ipsen Connect, Ipsen’s integrated customer service portal, celebrates its second anniversary with several key updates designed to make it easier for customers to manage their furnaces, parts, and service needs. The latest enhancements to Ipsen Connect include a shared shipment tracking system now available to all credentialed users, along with an expanded archive of Bills […]
December 14, 2025
Bodycote achieves Nadcap accreditation at new Ohio facility
Bodycote, the world’s leading provider of advanced heat treatment and specialist thermal processing services, has announced that its new facility in Fairfield, Ohio, has achieved Nadcap accreditation for heat treating, vacuum brazing, and TIG welding, marking a key milestone in the site’s progression toward full operations. This investment strengthens Bodycote’s North American footprint and supports […]
December 14, 2025
Rodney Strasser joins Ipsen USA in Southeast region
Ipsen USA has hired Rodney Strasser as the new regional service manager in the Southeast region. Operating out of Atlanta, Georgia, Strasser will be responsible for coordinating and leading a team of Ipsen service technicians who serve Ipsen customers in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida. Strasser joins Ipsen […]
December 14, 2025
Solar Atmospheres commissions 10-bar vacuum furnace
Solar Atmospheres announced the installation and commissioning of a new 10-bar vacuum furnace at its Greenville, South Carolina, facility. Manufactured by sister company Solar Manufacturing, this state-of-the-art horizontal vacuum furnace features a working zone measuring 48” wide x 48” high x 96” deep and can process loads up to 12,000 pounds. The system’s advanced vacuum […]
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