Steel is considered among some of the strongest materials on earth, but some processes can make it even stronger. Quenching and tempering is one way to increase the strength and durability of steel for many different types of industrial applications. This quick guide will provide information on steel treatment methods and how they enhance steel for […]
There are no substitutes for shot blasting, and there is no more effective way to aggressively clean industrial and hard surfaces. The history of shot blasting dates to the beginning of the blasting industry, starting with sandblasting. There is also some confusion regarding the terms shot blasting and sandblasting. That is also a good place […]
Have you ever wondered how metal is made to be so malleable and flexible? It’s a very strong material — sturdy and reliable — and yet we see it in curved, twisted, or rounded forms. The answer to this is simple: heat treating. But what is heat treating, and how does it work? Does it […]
When dealing with metal and metal fabrication, it is sometimes necessary to reduce residual stress. It is crucial to the overall strength and safety of a structure and lowers the risk of dimensional changes. Dimensional changes can greatly impact additional manufacturing and the final use of the metal. This quick guide will provide additional information […]
Heat treating or tempering metal has many useful benefits. Primarily heat treating is used to enhance the properties found in the metal. This quick guide will provide you with some important information on heat tempering metal and the effects tempering can have. What Is Tempering? Tempering is a process used to treat metal with heat. […]